Temporary Aquatic Field Technician

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

LEAD courses

Free sports events

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a Temporary Aquatic Field Technician to lead field fish sampling and collect stream habitat data in Kings Mountain, NC. The role supports a project evaluating the impacts of dam removal on freshwater fish and habitats, with a flexible schedule that may include weekends and long field days.

Ideal candidates have a biology/environmental science background, field-work experience, and boating familiarity. Valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's level training in biology, environmental science, hydrology, natural resources, or related field.
• Experience conducting field-work in environmental discipline through previous positions or coursework.
• Comfortable working on large waterbodies (rivers, lakes, reservoirs).

Responsibilities

• Lead field fish sampling and identify species.
• Collect stream habitat data for project evaluating impacts of dam removal on freshwater fish and stream habitat.
• May require some weekend work and flexible schedule.

Skills

Field sampling

Fieldwork experience

R programming

Boating experience

Electrofishing

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/environmental science/natural resources

Tools

Electrofishing equipment

R programming

Acoustic telemetry

Job description

Posting Number

PG196217TM

Position Number

11ASO3760

Position Type

Temporary

Essential Job Duties

Lead field fish sampling, use dichotomous key to identify fish, collect stream habitat data for project evaluating impacts of dam removal on freshwater fish and stream habitat.

Is Time Limited

No

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What we offer:

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

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Job City & State

Kings Mountain, NC

Department

Applied Ecology

Classification Title

Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title

Temporary Aquatic Field Technician

Work Schedule

9am-5pm (flexible, may require some weekend work); may require longer consecutive hours over fewer days of week when conducting field work

Other Work/Responsibilities

• n/a

Minimum Experience/Education

• Combination of training and experience to perform job duties

Department Required Skills

• Bachelor's level training in biology, environmental science, hydrology, natural resources, or related field
• Experience conducting field-work in environmental discipline through previous positions or coursework
• Comfortable working on large waterbodies (rivers, lakes, reservoirs)

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Experience with electrofishing, working on watercraft, and acoustic telemetry
• Experience with scientific technical writing/editing
• Experience with basic data analysis and R programming
• Boating experience

Required License or Certification

• Valid driver's license

Valid NC Driver's License required?

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?

No

Anticipated Hiring Range

$18-$20/hr

Job Open Date

09/21/2026

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/235183

EEO

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