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Vacancy Type SHRA Is Internal Transfer Only No Time Limited? Yes Time-Limited Appointment Length 2 years Title Research Technician Band Level Journey Working Title Aquatic Animal Technician Salary Range $31,200 - $66,122 Anticipated Hiring Range $35,000 - $38,000 Salary Grade Equivalency 63 Position Number 00107447 Work Schedule 40 hours/week, flexible but regular scheduling of work hours during the traditional work day (7-6) (e.g. 7-4). However, on specific days an extended day approaching 10 hours may be required Does the regular and recurring schedule of this position result in the employee working more than ½ of their hours between 4 pm and 8 am? (Meal periods do not count). Yes Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0 Department 178601 - Marine, Earth And Atmospheric Department Marine, Earth And Atmospheric Job City & State Raleigh, NC with travel to locations distributed across numerous counties in the Piedmont and Mountains Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Department of Marine Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (MEAS) includes approximately 35 faculty, 100 graduate students and 240 undergraduates involved in basic and applied studies of Earth Systems. The department offers BA, BS, MS, and PhD degrees. The research conducted within MEAS is very diverse and includes marine ecology, oceanography, water quality research, weather prediction, air quality, air-sea interactions, storm and climate modeling, hydrology, geochemistry, surface processes and regional geology.

Essential Job Duties

A Research Technician is needed to participate in the collection, identification of freshwater mussels in North Carolina’s rivers and streams and their captive propagation and care.

The selected individual will assist with the implementation of field research studies focused on the location, identification and sampling of freshwater mussels and host fish.
In addition, the Research Technician will support the captive propagation and rearing of freshwater mussels in aquaria and local lakes and ponds and snails in aquaria. Specific tasks are those dictated by contractual agreements with various funding agencies.
Duties in this position include:
-record, compile, graph, and tabulate collected data.
-assist in the preparation of reports and publications reflecting the results obtained during field activities.
-order supplies and maintain field vehicles and equipment.
-ensure that appropriate safety procedures are used during field collection and related laboratory processing of specimens.

The Research Technician position is an appointment for 2 years with possible renewal.

Other Work/Responsibilities

Although a number of procedures are routinely repeated on a daily basis in the laboratory, the daily workload and specific duties will be quite variable.

Minimum Experience/Education

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Departmental Required Skills

Strong background in the location and correct identification of freshwater mussels species

Substantial prior experience measuring, and handling freshwater mussels

Basic working knowledge of freshwater mussel biology

Basic working knowledge of fish biology

Prior experience working with hand-held water quality data collection devices

Basic knowledge of wildlife biology, aquatic animal biology, and ecology

Use of a computer, spreadsheets, and word-processing equipment

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Use of dichotomous keys for identifying living organisms

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Bachelors degree in zoology, biology, ecology or environmental sciences.

Prior course-work must include: basic biology, invertebrate biology, ecology, limnology, aquatic biology, microbiology, and invertebrate biology.

Previous experience including both documented field and laboratory experience, field experience must include prior work with freshwater mussels or other invertebrates.

Required License or Certification

A valid NC driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment.

Special Instructions

Applicants should include:
1) Resume or CV
2) Cover Letter
3) Three professional references with contact information to include reference name, phone number, and company.

Job Open Date 02/21/2019 Must Be Open Until---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 02/27/2019 Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies? No Proposed Hire Date 03/04/2019 Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

AA/EOE

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree verified at www.wes.org. Degree must be obtained prior to start date.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?
   • NCSU Website
   • NCSU Executive Search Services
   • Monster.com
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Other Online Job Board
   • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
   • Job / Career Fair
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Professional Journal
   • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
   • Professional Organization
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
   • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
   • NCSU Employee Referral
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
   • Other
2. * If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Are you able to meet the travel requirement advertised for this position?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have previous research experience with native freshwater mussels and fish?
   • yes
   • No
5. * Briefly describe your knowledge of the basic biology of aquatic organisms, and particularly bivalves.

   (Open Ended Question)

6. * Do you have a valid NC Driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of your start date?
   • Yes
   • No

Application Materials Required Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Contact Information for References

Optional Documents