Tamucc
Research Technician
Corpus Christi, TX · Part-time
Sponsorship not specified$12k-$15kDetected 13 days ago
ResearchCommunication
About the role
- We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs).
- The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.
- TAMU-CC's beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews.
Responsibilities
- Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.
- The Research Technician, under general supervision, assists in planning research on support laboratory methods, techniques, carrying out procedures, and recording results for a series of closely controlled experiments.
- Aquarium System Support
Requirements
- Associates degree in related field
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Must be experienced and proficient with coral reef aquariums.
- Must be knowledgeable with coral species and care.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
- High school diploma or GED
- Two (2) years of related experience
- Additional education may be used as a substitute for the minimum experience requirement:
- Must fully understand water chemistry parameters and methods to adjust water parameters.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in science or related field
- Experience working in the aquarium and coral husbandry field.
- Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends.
- Ability to lift moderately heavy objects.
- NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.
- This position is grant-funded.
- Continued employment is contingent upon continued funding.
- Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
Compensation
- $16.25 Hourly ($33,800 Annual, Approximately)
- Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Benefits
- 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
- 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
- 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
- 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
- Observe and maintain proper water chemistry for optimal coral health.
Equal opportunity
- Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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