Research Tech II, Marine Robotics

Duke Careers

Research Technician II in Marine Robotics Lab at Duke University. Supporting UAS-based data collection and analysis while collaborating with faculty and students.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timeDurham • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $19 - $29 per hourWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonRemote Sensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support UAS-based data collection projects and hands-on training activities using the lab’s diverse platforms and sensors.
Conduct and support analysis of remote sensing and geospatial data collected via UAS and related technologies.
Assist with course-based UAS curriculum delivery, operational planning, and instructional support.
Supervise laboratory sessions and analytical workshops for undergraduate and graduate students.
Document technical protocols, maintain laboratory and field equipment, and assist with fieldwork logistics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a closely related field.
Experience collecting, processing, and working with geospatial or remote sensing data, particularly in UAS-based environments.
Familiarity with tools such as ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro or Online, Python, Pix4D, or similar platforms.
Experience or interest in science communication, outreach, or instructional support.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative research setting.
One to two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs
generous retirement benefits
wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members

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Hard Skills & Tools

UAS-based data collectionremote sensing data analysisgeospatial data processingPythonArcGISArcGIS ProPix4Ddata collectiontechnical protocol documentationfieldwork logistics

Soft Skills

organizational skillscollaborative researchinstructional supportscience communicationoutreachsupervisioncourse deliveryoperational planningmulti-priority managementhands-on training