"Research Technician - Journey"

Research Technician - Journey

Position Number: 002694
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range:
Position Type:
Job Category: Staff - Technical/Trade

Organizational Unit Overview:

Founded in 2003 by the University of North Carolina system to (1) conduct research (2) offer educational opportunities and (3) provide outreach in coastal and marine science and management to a wide variety of audiences. Coastal Studies Institute facilities provide researchers with an eastern NC platform and base for conducting new research or extending the scope of ongoing work.

Coastal Studies Institute is a multi-university, collaborative institute dedicated to understanding and improving the coastal environment and its communities through integrative, location-based research, education and community engagement. The programs of the institute are as follows: Estuarine Ecology & Human Health; Coastal Engineering & Ocean Energy; Coastal Processes; Public Policy and Coastal Sustainability Maritime Heritage and Public Education and Outreach.

Job Duties:

• Manage and analyze data generated by the field and laboratory work. Conduct specialized field and lab procedures (e.g. geophysical surveys for SAV and shoreline changes) and use GPS equipment and other research tools. Calculations by hand and computer; Prepare graphs and tables and provide written summaries of observations and data. (34%)
• Maintain and independently operate instrumentation, equipment and software. Technician has knowledge and experience with GPS equipment, ArcGIS software and Python programming to conduct a variety of analyses of coastal systems and processes. (33%)
• Coordinate and conduct laboratory analysis. Comfortable in conducting lab work following protocols and monitor changes and report findings. Safety protocols, troubleshooting and performing minor repairs. (33%)

Minimum Education/Experience:

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation:

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

Field and chemical laboratory experience is preferred. A Geographic Information Systems certificate or extensive experience with ArcGIS is desired. Experience with SAV/bathymetric mapping is preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicant:

• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write see resume on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
• Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Job Close Date: 1/29/2026
Open Until Filled: No