The Youngsteadt Urban Ecology Lab at North Carolina University is looking for two full-time research technicians to join our team, but would be open to part-time technicians as well. These positions will assist with fieldwork, lab work, and data management for a study on how urbanization and climate change are impacting the Crystal skipper butterfly, a species only found along a 50 km strip of the barrier islands off of North Carolina’s coast.
Primary fieldwork duties will occur along the barrier islands between Hammocks Beach State Park and Cape Lookout National Seashore. Field duties will include surveying sites for Crystal skipper butterfly presence and abundance; measuring habitat and environmental variables; observing and handling Crystal skippers for demographic experiments and surveys; rearing Crystal skippers from egg to adulthood. Lab duties will include estimating floral nectar production and data entry. The individuals in these positions may also contribute to outreach and communication activities related to the Crystal skipper. Lodging at the coast is provided from March 17 – August 15, 2025. Required qualifications: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree and experience in entomology, ecology, or a related field Valid North Carolina driver’s license Experience in ecological field and lab research Ability to follow established protocols Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to work outdoors in high heat and humidity Experience collecting and accurately entering data Attention to detail Punctual Ability to handle small, live insects Preferred qualifications: Experience working with live insects Experience identifying butterflies and/or caterpillars Location: Morehead City, NC Compensation: $15/hour, housing Appointment term: March 17, 2025 to August 15, 2025 Apply at this link: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/211144 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting on December 12th, 2024 If you have questions, please contact Laura Taylor at latay...@ncsu.edu <mailto:latay...@ncsu.edu> with the subject line “Crystal skipper field technician: questions” NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. To unsubscribe from this list please go to https://community.esa.org/confirm/?u=RhPWqPxFwODKvbkiT32nkIqRrsiSgulp
