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Temporary Research Specialist

North Carolina State University

$20-$22/hr

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Apr 28, 2025

Position Information

Posting Number	PG195112TM
Position Number	11ASO3454
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 between 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 Basic knowledge of maintenance of boats, boat motors, trailers and trucks
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Experience with hiring 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 Experience in identifying and reporting data discrepancies from field equipment Knowledge and experience with the operation of laboratory instruments and equipment Experience performing water quality analysis, including preparatory steps (accurate calculation of chemical quantities for standard reagents) Able to work in a fast paced learning environment
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	04/28/2025

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/217775

EEO

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