LTER Base Crew – Southern Lakes
Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 509576 Division/Organization: College of Letters & Science Department: Center For Limnology Job Type: UW Student Jobs Remote Eligbility: Not Remote Location: HASLER LAB OF LIMNOLOGYSalary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $14.50 no experience; $14.75 some experience; $15.00 very experienced Job Categories: Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Agriculture and Natural Resources
Department Overview:
The Center for Limnology (CFL) at UW–Madison is a leading hub for freshwater research, education, and outreach. Home to the North Temperate Lakes LTER site, the CFL conducts long-term ecological studies on Wisconsin’s lakes, contributing to a national network of NSF-supported research. Our interdisciplinary team of scientists, students, and staff works to understand aquatic ecosystems and inform sustainable management practices. We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where students can engage in meaningful research and develop valuable scientific skills.
Anticipated Start Date:
ASAP
Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):
Mid December- extension through May possible
Remote Work Eligibility Detail:
Not Remote
Anticipated Hours Per Week:
Minimum: 10 Maximum: 29.75
Schedule:
Tuesdays and Thursdays for lake sampling, ideally morning into early afternoon but can be a little flexible in that regard.
Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:
Minimum: 14.50 Maximum: 15.00
Number of Positions:
1
Qualifications:
-Careful attention to detail and established protocols to maintain the high quality of our long term database
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
-Ability to follow detailed scientific protocols with accuracy and consistency
Position Summary/Job Duties:
This position is part of the North Temperate Lakes Long Term Ecological Research (NTL LTER) project. We study the ecology of lakes as one of a network of sites established by the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support long-term ecological research. The Base Crew positions collect limnological data from our four study lakes and do the associated lab analyses and data entry. This work will provide opportunities to get out on the lakes during the school year, with potential to learn about other projects happening in the Center for Limnology (https://lter.limnology.wisc.edu/).
Physical Demands:
-Tuesdays and Thursdays for lake sampling, ideally morning into early afternoon but can be a little flexible in that regard.
Institutional Statements:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.
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Accommodation Statement:
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Advertised: September 19, 2025 09:00 AM Applications close: November 01, 2025 11:55 PM
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