Aquatic Entomology Research Technician

Assist with field and lab work focused on assessing water condition, biological community composition, and ecosystem processes in streams, rivers, and wetlands. Responsibilities include basic field sampling, water sample processing, and aquatic invertebrate sampling in the lab.

About the role

A research technician is needed to oversee aquatic entomology projects, with an emphasis on supporting ongoing field and laboratory projects supervised by Dr. Sally Entrekin.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field sampling in streams, rivers, and wetlands using basic methods to assess water condition and biological communities.
• Process water samples and perform aquatic invertebrate sampling in the laboratory.
• Work under varying environmental conditions, including winter and summer sampling, with long hikes to field sites while carrying heavy equipment.

Requirements

• B.S. in biology, entomology, or a related field; or equivalent years of training and experience.
• Knowledge of aquatic ecology.
• Experience with ecological field work.
• Ability to work in less-than-ideal environmental conditions (e.g., extreme temperatures, long hikes with heavy packs).

Preferred Qualifications

• B.S. in biology, entomology, or a related field.
• Basic experience with aquatic field sampling techniques.
• Ability to identify macroinvertebrates to the genus level.
• Strong interest in aquatic ecology and entomology.

Pay

$20.00 per hour, 32 hours per week. Overtime eligible (non-exempt).

Additional information: The successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal conviction check.