Research Technician

About the role

The Research Technician supports research on suspended sediment exposure experiments, coral sample analysis, and aquarium system maintenance at the Harte Research Institute on the TAMU-CC campus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting controlled suspended sediment exposure experiments.
• Analyze suspended sediment properties.
• Compile and review data and metadata.
• Draft quarterly progress reports and manuscripts.
• Collect and process coral samples and environmental data from experiments.
• Extract, collect, and compile data.
• Develop and maintain training materials for external users.
• Operate a university vehicle to pick up supplies and materials needed.
• Assist in the general maintenance and care of the aquarium system.
• Assist with detailed water chemistry tests and logging.
• Maintain proper water chemistry for optimal coral health.
• Participate in scheduled water change regimens and saltwater mixing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of related experience.
• Associates degree in related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experienced and proficient with coral reef aquariums.
• Knowledgeable with water chemistry parameters and methods to adjust water parameters.
• Knowledgeable with coral species and care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or related field.
• Experience working in the aquarium and coral husbandry field.
• Ability to lift moderately heavy objects.

Salary

$16.25 hourly ($33,800 annual, approximately)

Benefits

• Medical insurance with university contribution.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, long-term disability, flexible spending account, and day care spending account.
• Tuition benefits including book scholarships and 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year.
• Retirement options through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP).
• Time off including 8+ hours of vacation, 8 hours of sick leave, and 8 hours of paid time off for birthday leave, plus 12-15 paid holidays each year.