Aquatic Research Technician

University of Vermont, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Burlington, VERMONT
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Details


Advertising/Posting Title Aquatic Research Technician
Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
Posting Summary
Laboratory technician in the Rubenstein Ecosystem Science Laboratory to assist with field- and lab-based research programs in large lake systems. Primary functions will include conducting field research on coregonine restoration in the Great Lakes, laboratory research on zooplankton in Lake Champlain, and, more broadly, assisting in other research projects as needed.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Bachelor’s degree in fisheries, aquatic ecology, limnology, or equivalent field. Competitive applicants will have field experience in fish collection and processing, demonstrated experience using microscopes and identifying invertebrates, strong organizational skills, a demonstrated aptitude for data management, basic proficiency in R, the ability to work with people in a team environment, demonstrated initiative with an aptitude for problem solving, and a driver’s license and boating safety certification, with demonstrated competency in handling small boats.
Desirable Qualifications
Other Information
Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Contingent on continued funding, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Background Check required for this position
FLSA Non-Exempt
Payband Max (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)) 38.29
Payband Min (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)) 20.15
Staff Hiring Band Hiring salary budgeted at low end of pay band
Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.


Job Open Date 02/16/2024
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)
Open Until Filled Yes

Position Information


Position Title Lab Research Technician
Posting Number S4918PO
Department Rubenstein Sch Env & Nat Res/57000
Position Number 00026983
Employee FTE 1.0
Employee Term 12

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