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Temporary Aquaculture Technician

North Carolina State University

$20/hr

flex time

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Nov 19, 2025

Position Information

Posting Number	PG195583TM
Position Number	11ASO3585
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties	Assist in day-to-day research and propagation activities at the Yates Mill Aquatic Conservation Laboratory: Captive care of freshwater fishes, mussels and snails of all life stages, including feeding, enclosure cleaning, water quality testing, system maintenance and repair, and animal health assessments Propagation of freshwater mussels via in vitro methods, including data collection, media preparation, sorting and counting of larvae, performing media changes, and overall use of sterile technique in the laboratory. Collection of freshwater fishes and mussels in the wild via electrofishing, seining, and snorkeling Construction, plumbing, maintenance, and repair of conservation aquaculture systems at the Yates Mill Aquatic Conservation Laboratory Data collection and entry and assisting with report preparation Monitoring and maintenance of mussels at a remote grow-out location in Wake County, NC Assist in lab extension activities, including preparation for and execution of tours Work Schedule: Primarily 9am-5pm, M-F with some occasional weekend work. Weekend hours are shared by staff on a rotational basis and consist of approximately 2 hours on a Saturday or Sunday at a flexible time
Is Time Limited	No
If Yes, Appointment Length
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Health Insurance for Temporary Employees Enhance your career with LEAD courses Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Department Information

Job City & State	Raleigh, NC
Department	Applied Ecology

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title	Temporary Aquaculture Technician

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	40/hrs per week
Other Work/Responsibilities	n/a
Minimum Experience/Education	Combination of training and experience required to perform the duties
Department Required Skills	Experience in field collection of freshwater fishes and mussels as well as captive care of fishes, mussels and freshwater snails. Ability to diagnose animal health and system function issues and take appropriate action. Experience in all aspects of in vitro propagation of freshwater mussels.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	BS Fisheries and Wildlife, Conservation Biology or closely related field Experience working with mussel species on the Atlantic Slope of NC Experience in rearing of young juvenile mussels, including feeding, sediment changes and health assessments Ability and experience with plumbing aquatic systems and fabrication of other items used in conservation aquaculture experience maintaining aquatic snails, including recognition and rearing of their life stages and water quality requirements
Required License or Certification	Valid driver's license
Valid NC Driver's License required?	Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$20/hr

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	11/19/2025

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/225069

EEO

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