Research Technologist

Posting Details

Position Number: 005312

Position Title: Research Technologist I - 005312

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: 421200 - Marine Sciences

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in a physical or natural science from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications: None listed.

Job Description

Summary:

The University of South Alabama’s Stokes School of Marine & Environmental Sciences is seeking to hire a Research Technologist I. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

• Conducts field-based research in coastal and estuarine environments of the northern Gulf of Mexico, including wetlands, seagrass beds, and nearshore systems.
• Collects biological, physical, and environmental data using standard field sampling techniques (e.g., vegetation surveys, faunal sampling, water quality measurements).
• Assists with the design, implementation, and execution of field and laboratory research protocols under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
• Processes, curates, and analyses biological and environmental samples in laboratory settings using established methods.
• Manages and organizes research data.
• Performs basic statistical analyses and assist with data interpretation.
• Prepares figures, summaries, and written materials for reports, grant deliverables, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Maintains field and laboratory equipment, including calibration, troubleshooting, and inventory management.
• Coordinates field logistics, including trailering and operating small boats, scheduling sampling activities, and ensuring field safety compliance.
• Assists with training and supervising undergraduate and graduate students in field and laboratory procedures.
• Communicates research activities and findings to project collaborators, stakeholders, and the broader scientific community as directed.
• Participates in outreach and extension activities that support departmental and lab objectives.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Open Date: 02/11/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Working Days: Monday - Friday

Working Hours: 8:00 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m.

Job Location: Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time: Full Time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.

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