A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The University of North Carolina Shellfish Research Hatchery is seeking to fill the position of Research Technician.
The Research Technician will be responsible for:
- The culture of shellfish, including the spawning, larval rearing, setting, and growing out of shellfish
- Assisting in the cultivation of microalgae, including media prep, cell counts, and feeding
- Assisting the fieldwork team as needed
- Collecting data and analyze it as needed to meet grant obligations
The Research Technician has an operational understanding of the hatchery systems such that the position can conduct routine monitoring (collect and record data) of water quality, flow rates, pump functions and maintain system functionality.
Application deadline: September 13, 2024
Compensation: $40,581 to $44,113 per year
