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Senior Research Technician in Aquatic Ecology — The Ohio State University

Posted: 
04/19/2025
Expiration Date: 
05/30/2025

Senior Research Technician in Aquatic Ecology — The Ohio State University

The Hood Lab is seeking a Research Senior Technician who will work on several projects focused on understanding stream and river phosphorus cycling and bioavailability in the western Lake Erie watershed. Job duties include conducting field sampling, running phosphorus uptake and sorption/desorption assays, and processing dissolved, colloid, sediment, and plant samples for phosphorus, nitrogen, carbon, chlorophyll-a and other constituents. The technician will support allied projects by conducting lab analyses when available. The technician will also curate and analyze data and helps prepare reports and scientific manuscripts. Opportunities for mentoring undergraduate students and collaborating on research projects are available. See http://www.ael.osu.edu/ to learn more about the Aquatic Ecology Laboratory.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:  A bachelor’s degree in biology or a related field (ecology, natural resources, environmental science). Two years of experience (including undergraduate research) in the collection and analysis of dissolved and particulate samples for phosphorus. Knowledge of ecology, freshwater science, or biogeochemistry.

SALARY: ~$17.10/hr – $22.50/hr, depending upon experience. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications can be submitted through this posting at The Ohio State University classified site. Please direct questions to Jim Hood (hood.211@osu.edu). We will start reviewing applications on 25 Apr 2025 and continue until the position is filled. 

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