Earth Marine Environmt Sci-318000
Career Area:
Research Professionals
Is this an internal only recruitment?:
No
Posting Open Date :
11/06/2023
Application Deadline:
11/10/2023
Position Type:
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title:
Research Technician – Journey
Salary Grade Equivalent:
GN06
Working Title:
Research Technician
Position Number:
20060408
Vacancy ID:
P018347
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited:
Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment:
1 year
Hours per week:
40
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00-4:30
Work Location:
Morehead City, NC
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range:
$34,876 – $40,000
Pay Band Information:
To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
The Department of Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences (EMES) at UNC-CH advances understanding of the earth and ocean processes that govern our planet, shape diverse ecosystems, sustain life, and drive environmental change. We promote exploration and discovery of the natural world by engaging students in research-based learning at all levels. Our graduates are equipped with the strong science foundation, critical thinking skills, and interdisciplinary perspectives required to tackle current and future environmental and resource challenges. We encourage engaged service that translates knowledge for the public good. We support a welcoming and inclusive environment, foster diverse identities and perspectives, and encourage collaboration with all segments of society.
Position Summary:
This position is located in the Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences Department within the College of Arts and Sciences. This position fills the need for technical support for long-term field monitoring (Neuse River, ModMon project, and FerryMon project) and related laboratory analytical activities. This position makes water quality measurements using multi-parameter data sondes (YSI 6600 and 6800), coupled to data loggers, and lab processing of data using research protocols. Water samples that are collected will be analyzed for high temperature C,H,N measurements, and total organic carbon measurements. The Technician must have working knowledge of these technologies. The job will also assist others with nutrient and algal pigment analyses processes. Some data analysis and application of sample statistics, will be conducted as part of this position. Laboratory safety, policies and procedures along with assisting with radiation safety testing and assurance procedures are vital to this position. This Technician maintains records, orders supplies for the field and lab, and prepares and submits analysis invoices for the UNC-Environmental Microbiology Recharge Center under the guidance of the Principal Investigator (PI) and senior lab personnel.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Knowledge -Technical
General knowledge of applicable area of science to perform laboratory procedures and tests in support of research protocol. Knowledge and skills to adjust and calibrate instrumentation and equipment as needed with limited supervision.
Operations – Research Support
Ability to conduct routine tests and procedures dictated by the research protocol. Ability to assist in the layout and maintenance of subject environment. Ability to mix and/or apply chemicals and/or other materials.
Data Collection
Ability to organize and tabulate data; ability to ensure quality control of data collection.
Laboratory/Subject Care
Ability to perform minor repairs and operate equipment and instruments in support of research laboratory and field programs with limited supervision. Ability to maintain inventory of equipment, supplies, and related research materials.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:
Prior experience with deployment of field environmental monitoring equipment, sample processing and nutrient analysis is desirable. Data processing experience is preferred.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:
Not Applicable.
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