Social Science Field Research Technician at University… · Durham

SOCIAL SCIENCE FIELD RESEARCH TECHNICIAN Location: University of New Hampshire – Main Campus USNH Employees should apply within Workday through the Jobs Hub app This position supports federally funded social science field research through the USDA Forest Service’s National Visitor Use Monitoring Program. The employee will conduct on site, face to face visitor surveys with national forest visitors as part of a temporary, project based data collection effort. Duties may include visitor intercept surveys, field based survey administration, communication with recreation visitors, travel to assigned survey locations, data entry, coordination with project staff, and other related research support tasks as assigned.   Work is expected to occur during the 2026 field season, with exact start and end dates based on project needs, employee availability, and funding. The position is fully grant funded and not considered essential staff. Duties/Responsibilities Data Collection in the Field (70%) • Conduct visitor intercept surveys at designated sites • Follow standardized NVUM protocols to ensure high-quality data collection. • Use tablet computers, signage, and uniforms as provided. • Accurately record and upload survey data. Travel and Independent Work (20%) • Travel independently to remote field sites across the forest. • Work without direct supervision in varied terrain and weather conditions. • Maintain communication with the principal investigator and research team. Equipment Management and Reporting (10%) • Manage assigned field equipment and data collection tools. • Report survey counts and field notes as instructed. • Participate in training sessions prior to fieldwork. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Some experience in customer service, fieldwork, or research is preferred but not required. • Preference will be given to candidates who reside in or near the Bartlett or North Conway, NH area, due to the on-site nature of the work. Required Licenses & Certifications: • Valid U.S. driver’s license. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: • Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills. • Ability to follow protocols and work independently. • Comfort navigating to and working in remote outdoor locations. • Basic computer skills; ability to use tablets and enter data. • Reliable, courteous, and professional demeanor. Other Requirements: • Must be at least 20 years of age and able to pass a background check. Preferred Qualifications: • Prior experience with survey research or field data collection. • Familiarity with outdoor recreation or public lands. • Enrollment or background in natural resources, recreation, or social science. • Residency in or near the Bartlett or North Conway, NH area, due to the location-specific nature of the work. Applicant Instructions:  Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents) • Resume/CV Compensation Pay Range: $25.00/hour Please be advised that this position is supported by external sponsor funding. As such, continued employment in this role is contingent upon the availability of those external funds. If, for any reason, the sponsor funding is reduced or discontinued, employment may be subject to modification or termination in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.  The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry. EEO Statement The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status. The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources Location: Durham Salary Grade: Adjunct Hourly Staff 00