Research Technician I–II

About the role

The Research Technician I or II will contribute to ongoing research with the Coastal Conservation and Restoration Ecology Group at the Harte Research Institute. This position supports a variety of field and laboratory efforts focused on oyster reefs and other coastal habitats. The Technician will assist with sample collection, processing, and data management in support of scientific studies aimed at understanding and restoring coastal ecosystems. The role involves a fast-paced, hands‑on work environment, and applicants should be comfortable with physically active fieldwork including wading, boating, and working outdoors in variable conditions.

Responsibilities

• Process samples in the laboratory (e.g., sorting benthic fauna, analyzing oyster tissue for disease, filtering water for chlorophyll and TSS, and preparing sediments for stable isotope analysis).
• Identify invertebrate organisms using dichotomous keys.
• Participate in field research, typically 1‑2 days per week, including water and biological sample collection from boats or the shoreline. Fieldwork involves physical