Mote Marine Laboratory has an immediate opening for a Research Technician in our Ocean Acidification (OA) Research Program. This position is located in Sarasota, Florida and will report directly to the OA Research Program Lab Manager within the OA Research Program.
Location: Sarasota, FL with some travel to other Mote Marine Laboratory sites
Full Time
We will continue to receive and review applications until the position is filled.
Typical hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm EST with some occasional early/evening
field/experimental work or overnight cruise work or occasional weekend shifts for experiments
Responsibilities include:
- Carbonate chemistry analyses (e.g. dissolved inorganic carbon, total alkalinity, total organic carbon, pH T , pCO 2 )
- Field sampling from land and on boats (including occasional overnight cruises)
- Experimental setup, sampling, and breakdown
- Operation of trucks and boats
- Driving laboratory vehicles both with and without boat trailers (as needed),
- Assist other research programs with sampling and laboratory functions as needed.
- Other activities will include: lab database entry, LIMS data entry, CO2SYS data
processing, hazardous waste handling, and lab upkeep. - This position will also work directly with interns and volunteers.
- All activities in this program will be carried out according the Mote Marine Lab Quality Assurance Manual including operation and maintenance of scientific equipment, preparations for field expeditions, sample analyses, and data quality assessments.
Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree with a major or minor in chemistry from an accredited university. In lieu of a chemistry degree, course work in other natural science areas or employment in a related field will be considered.
- Carbonate chemistry experience is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, work on research vessels, and work in all weather conditions in Florida. Must have or be able to attain a valid FL driver license.
To Apply:
Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2025 Ocean Acidification Research Technician” at https://mote.smapply.org/prog/job_applicants or mail a single package including cover letter, resume or c.v. and the contact information for three references to Mote Marine Laboratory, Attn: Human Resources, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other.
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, 19 September 2025. More information.
