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Temporary Research Specialist

North Carolina State University

$20-$22/hr

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Feb 25, 2025

Position Information

Posting Number	PG194920TM
Position Number	11ASO3416
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties	Assist research scientists with ongoing lab and field projects on local and State water bodies. This includes travel to aquatic field sites to conduct field work in all weather conditions on a regular basis; operation and trailering of boats with outboard motors; maintenance of field equipment; calibration of data sonde sensors; maintenance of detailed logs and record keeping completed on each sampling date; analyses of water samples collected, including all aspects of required quality control/quality assurance; and assist in compiling all data reporting and final database entries. Also provide support for general duties in all aspects of the CAAE laboratories, education outreach program and administration
Is Time Limited	No
If Yes, Appointment Length

Department Information

Job City & State	Raleigh, NC
Department	Applied Ecology - Center for Applied Ecology

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title	Temporary Research Specialist

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	35-38/hrs per week, Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm
Other Work/Responsibilities	n/a
Minimum Experience/Education	4 year degree; or an equivalent combination of training and/or related experience
Department Required Skills	Must be able to work on shipboard at aquatic field sites on NC lakes in all types of weather within safety constraints. Must be able to lift 50 pounds routinely Responsible for assisting with basic maintenance of boats, boat motors, trailers, and trucks
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Experience with wiring diagrams and electronics Familiar with programming cell phone modems and operation in aquatic field sites Skilled in identifying and reporting data discrepancies in the Water Quality Analytical Laboratory Experienced in identifying and reporting data discrepancies from field equipment Has the general knowledge and experience essential for appropriate operation of laboratory instruments and equipment Experienced in performing water quality analyses, including preparatory steps (for example, accurate calculation of chemical quantities for standard reagents) Provides thorough preliminary documentation of experiments (design, procedures) in the laboratory and field Able to work in a fast-paced learning environment and quickly learn the knowledge needed to perform various responsibilities of this position at a high level Proficient in using software appropriate to the research objectives
Required License or Certification	Valid driver's license
Valid NC Driver's License required?	Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$20-$22/hr

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	02/25/2025

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/215388

AA/EEO

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