Research Technician

Department

Earth Marine Environmt Sci - 318000

Career Area

Research Professionals

Posting Open Date

04/16/2026

Application Deadline

04/21/2026

Position Type

Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title

Research Technician

Position Number

20072070

Vacancy ID

S027142

Full-time/Part-time

Full-Time Temporary

Hours Per Week

40

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

$22.00 per hour

Proposed Start Date

05/11/2026

Estimated Duration Of Appointment

6 months not to exceed 11 months

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Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

The Department of Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences (EMES) and the Institute of Marine Sciences at UNC-CH advances understanding of the earth and ocean processes that govern our planet, shape diverse ecosystems, sustain life, and drive environmental change. We promote exploration and discovery of the natural world by engaging students in research-based learning at all levels. Our graduates are equipped with the strong science foundation, critical thinking skills, and interdisciplinary perspectives required to tackle current and future environmental and resource challenges. We encourage engaged service that translates knowledge for the public good. We support a welcoming and inclusive environment, foster diverse identities and perspectives, and encourage collaboration with all segments of society.

Position Summary

This position is focused on developing a method for detecting floods using the Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) satellite mission. The successful candidate will write custom software to identify floods in the SWOT raster data product using python and/or R. They will work with a team of postdoctoral researchers and graduate students to test this software and write a research paper on the topic suitable for publication in a peer-reviewed journal.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Management Preferences

Experience in earth science or similar discipline

Experience working with satellite remote sensing data and ability to program in at least one language

Knowledge of remote sensing (especially SWOT) or flood databases

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.