Hybrid Research Technician - AWRI (Adjunct Salaried) presso GVSU

Summary: The Annis Water Resources Institute is seeking a research technician. This individual will work closely with Dr. Stuart Jones to advance aquatic research locally and globally. The position will emphasize questions focusing on regulation of lake primary productivity and water quality with a mix of field-, lab-, and office-based work.

The Annis Water Resources Institute (AWRI) is a world-class research facility situated on Muskegon Lake in Muskegon, MI, on the shores of Lake Michigan. The institute houses a dozen faculty, numerous research staff, and a robust graduate program. Located 30 miles from the main Grand Valley State University campus, AWRI maintains state-of-the-art analytical and molecular laboratories, a mesocosm facility, and two research vessels. Please visit the AWRI website (www.gvsu.edu/wri) for more information on our faculty, facilities, research programs, and educational/outreach initiatives.

Primary Duties:

• oversee field sampling in coordination with watershed and lake groups
• facilitate student involvement in field and lab research
• manage lab activities and supplies
• collaborate with institute staff responsible for chemical analyses and data management

Secondary Duties: data analysis and publication

Required qualifications:

• bachelor’s degree in a STEM field
• experience with the R programming language
• experience conducting field aquatic ecology fieldwork
• desire to work in a collaborative environment
• strong project management skills
• the ability to work independently and meticulously

Preferred qualifications:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in biology, ecology, or environmental engineering
• experience analyzing long-term datasets
• experience with molecular or eDNA approaches
• demonstrated success working in a collaborative setting
• demonstrated success in project management
• previous work with geospatial tools and analysis

Salary: $35,568 - $45,000, commensurate with experience

Department/Division: Annis Water Resources Institute/College of Liberal Arts and Science

Campus: Lake Michigan Center, Muskegon, Michigan

How to apply: Apply online at GVSU Careers. Candidates should submit 1) a brief cover letter summarizing their past experiences and fit for the position, 2) a resume detailing education, skills, and experience relevant to the position, and 3) the names and contact information for three references. The electronic application will allow you to upload these materials, in the same file location.

Review of applications will begin July 21, 2025. This posting may be closed at any time thereafter.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

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