Technical Associate - Estuarine and Ocean Sciences

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

MA
13 days ago

$45,000–$55,000 Per Year

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Within the Coastal Systems Program (CSP), the position supports coastal, estuarine, freshwater and watershed research and monitoring through intensive field sampling in a variety of conditions from multiple research platforms, laboratory analysis, scientific equipment operation, data management and quality assurance/quality control. SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION: The primary responsibility of a Technical Associate is to assist students, faculty and other researchers with all aspects of carrying out research; this includes conducting research operations, presenting results and assisting with grant proposal preparation and administration.

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Location	MA
Salary	$45,000–$55,000 Per Year

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Technical Associate - Estuarine and Ocean Sciences

Apply now Job no: 530332

Work type: Staff Full Time

Categories: Other Staff Positions

OFFICIAL JOB TITLE: Technical Associate

DIVISION: Academic Affairs

WORKING TITLE: Research Technician

DEPARTMENT: DEOS

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS: AFT

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Micheline Labrie

SUPERVISES: Student research assistants

SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION: The primary responsibility of a Technical Associate is to assist students, faculty and other researchers with all aspects of carrying out research; this includes conducting research operations, presenting results and assisting with grant proposal preparation and administration. Within the Coastal Systems Program (CSP), the position supports coastal, estuarine, freshwater and watershed research and monitoring through intensive field sampling in a variety of conditions from multiple research platforms, laboratory analysis, scientific equipment operation, data management and quality assurance/quality control. This work is essential to monitoring the ecological health of coastal Massachusetts.

Follows the University's best practices to build and/or support student academic success and retention, and assist in meeting strategic objectives for persistence and timely graduation of all the student population.

EXAMPLES OF PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform research and monitoring under the supervision of a more senior researcher
Assist with experimental or research program design, field planning and sampling logistics
Conduct coastal, estuarine, freshwater and watershed field sampling from shore, docks, boats and in marsh areas; collect, preserve, transport and process samples in accordance with SOPs, QAPPs and chain-of-custody requirements
Assist and supervise student researchers and temporary research staff
Provide process specific training in field, laboratory, equipment, data and safety procedures
Operate, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot water-quality and other field and laboratory equipment; perform minor repairs when appropriate
Assist with laboratory analyses and sample processing, including reagent preparation, instrument setup, cleaning and documentation
Analyze and quality-check data; maintain field logs, laboratory notebooks, spreadsheets and electronic project records
Assist with all aspects of laboratory and field operations including stocking and ordering supplies, inventory, receiving, cleaning and organizing
Prepare and share presentation materials, data summaries, technical reports, manuscripts and publications
Assist with grant proposal preparation and development, implementation and maintenance of web based communications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Baccalaureate degree in marine science, environmental science, biology, chemistry, oceanography, natural resources, or another relevant field
EXPERIENCE: Hands-on field, laboratory, or technical research experience related to environmental, marine, aquatic, or water-quality research
OTHER: Ability and willingness to travel to project sites and work irregular (i.e. early morning, evening, or weekend) hours is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in a closely related field
Experience with coastal or estuarine water-quality monitoring, environmental sampling and laboratory analysis
Experience with small-boat field operations and marine fieldwork
SCUBA certification preferred; scientific-diving experience is desirable
Experience with environmental sensors, autonomous aquatic monitoring platforms or similar field technologies
Experience with SOPs, QA/QC, environmental data management, Microsoft Excel, Matlab, R, and/or GIS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to follow scientific protocols, SOPs, QA/QC, chain-of-custody and safety requirements
Ability to conduct field and laboratory research, perform computations and collect accurate environmental data
Ability to work in a wide range of field conditions throughout the year
Ability to assist, supervise and train student researchers and research staff
Ability to maintain, calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on scientific equipment
Ability to maintain accurate records and organize, review and summarize data using spreadsheets and electronic tools
Ability to learn new field, laboratory, analytical, computational and instrumentation techniques and skills
Ability to practice and promote safe, clean and secure laboratory and field practices
Ability to assist and support senior researchers in the technical and operational aspects of a research enterprise
Ability to lift and move field sampling equipment (up to 50 lbs.)

SALARY: $ $45,000-$55,000

UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:

75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
State Pension Retirement Plan
Optional Retirement Savings Plans
Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
Twelve (12) paid holidays
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Applicants must be authorized for permanent employment in the United States. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest, a current resume, and the contact information for three professional references.

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

Advertised: 08 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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