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Duke University

Program Coordinator

Durham, NC · On-site

The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh ... Experience training or supervising personnel, actors, volunteers, or standardized patients.

Duke University

Program Coordinator

Durham, NC

The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh ... Experience training or supervising personnel, actors, volunteers, or standardized patients.

State of Louisiana

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Baton Rouge, LA

$45K - $65K/yr

... Biogeochemistry Lab led by Dr. Havalend Steinmuller. This position offers an opportunity to ... Located at the DeFelice Marine Center in Cocodrie, LUMCON provides unparalleled opportunities for ...

State of Louisiana

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$45K - $65K/yr

... Biogeochemistry Lab led by Dr. Havalend Steinmuller. This position offers an opportunity to ... Located at the DeFelice Marine Center in Cocodrie, LUMCON provides unparalleled opportunities for ...

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer duke marine lab in the United States is $25.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Volunteer Duke Marine Lab vs Marine Research Assistant?

AspectVolunteer Duke Marine LabMarine Research Assistant
Required CredentialsNone or basic education, training provided on-siteRelevant degree or experience in marine science
Work EnvironmentMarine lab, fieldwork, research projectsLaboratory, fieldwork, data collection
Employer & Industry UsageAcademic institutions, research labs, marine conservationResearch institutions, government agencies, NGOs

Volunteer Duke Marine Lab roles typically involve assisting with research and educational activities without requiring formal credentials, focusing on gaining experience. Marine Research Assistants usually hold relevant degrees and perform more technical tasks. Both roles operate in marine environments and support marine science initiatives, but the Volunteer Duke Marine Lab is more accessible for volunteers seeking entry-level involvement.

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Infographic showing various Volunteer Duke Marine Lab job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,516 per year, or $25.2 per hour.
Sous Chef Shoals Marine Lab

Sous Chef Shoals Marine Lab

University System of New Hampshire

Durham, NH • On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

Part-time

Posted 7 days ago

University System Of New Hampshire rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 555 rated colleges and universities

Job description

USNH Employees should apply within Workday through the Jobs Hub app

Internal Candidate Identified

This supervisory position supports all aspects of operating the Shoals Marine Laboratory kitchen on Appledore Island, working under the Head Chef to oversee kitchen staff, student workers, and volunteers. Responsibilities include assisting with the planning and preparation of 20+ meals per week for up to 100 residents and visitors, ensuring meals are made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients when possible. The role also involves meal planning, food procurement, kitchen maintenance, and maintaining a clean and safe workspace. Additionally, the position takes full responsibility for kitchen operations when the Head Chef is off the island, emphasizing sustainability and food waste reduction. The individual fosters an inclusive and welcoming environment and provides excellent customer service. Availability for emergency response while on duty, serving as a crew member on commercial vessels, and operating small boats are key responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Duties/Responsibilities

  • This is a supervisory position involving all aspects of operating the Shoals Marine Laboratory kitchen on Appledore Island.
  • Under the supervision of the Head Chef supervise all employees working in theSMLkitchen, consisting of a small core team, student workers, and occasional volunteers.
  • Assist and sometimes lead the planning and preparation of 20+ meals per week for Appledore Island for up to 100 residents and additional groups of day visitors. Primarily from scratch utilizing local producers when feasible to produce hearty and well balanced healthy meals.
  • Regular duties include participation in regular meal planning, special event meal planning, food preparation, food transportation, kitchen cleaning, dishwashing, and food storage.
  • Maintain a clean and safe operating environment in theSMLkitchen at all times.
  • Maintain responsibility forSMLkitchen operations when SML's Head Chef is off island.
  • Responsibility for food procurement under supervision of theSMLHead Chef.
  • Maintain a keen focus on sustainability and food waste reduction.
  • Provide exemplary customer service.
  • Foster a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for students, researchers, and visitors.
  • Implement initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Expected to be available for consultation and emergency response at all times, on days scheduled to be working, and while onSMLproperty and vessels.
  • Serve as a crew member on board a commercial vessel, and operator of small vessels.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

  • Experience managing dining services teams in successful execution of regular meal service for large groups.
  • Ensure a culture of cooking from scratch when possible and in a healthy manner.
  • Experience in addressing allergy, food preferences and food intolerances in a discrete and safe manner.
  • Knowledge of basic computer skills; proven organization skills; attention to detail along with experience managing multiple tasks.
  • Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States.
  • Selected candidates must be able to successfully participate in pre-employment and random drug testing.
  • Meet the University of New Hampshire's hiring requirements for both criminal and driving history (background checks are required).
  • Applicants must have interest in working in a remote educational environment.
  • Good communication skills and ability to work well with students, faculty and other staff members in an isolated environment.
  • ServSafe Manager Certificate (or willingness to obtain in first two weeks of employment).

Required Licenses & Certifications:

  • Serve as a crew member on board a commercial or an oceanographic vessel, Valid Drivers License and Safe Driving Record.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Experience managing food service in remote locations or aboard vessels for large groups of people.
  • Experience working with local food producers and vendors to develop fresh and local menus.
  • Positive energy and leadership, interest in healthy and sustainable cuisine, and experience accommodating dietary restrictions.
  • We are especially interested in candidates with interests in sustainable and local food.
  • ServSafe Manager Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

Other Requirements:

  • Shoals Marine Laboratory (SML) is a residential, teaching facility located on Appledore Island, Isles of Shoals, Maine. The island field station is open seasonally from May-September, and supports students, faculty, visitors and staff in a close-knit, sustainable community.
  • Room and board are provided for island staff. All staff serve the island community as a team with each department working together to support SML's programs. It is everyone's responsibility to foster a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all.
  • Living and working on a remote island is a unique experience which requires that everyone pitch in to help, even when it is not part of their job description, or during their scheduled hours. This includes, but is not limited to helping clean up after meals, helping transport goods from the vessels to other locations on the island, operating as crew aboard vessels, and generally being supportive and helpful with other members of our community.
  • The University of New Hampshire is committed to providing a safe environment for all persons, including but not limited to children, and to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect and crimes against children. AllUNHyouth program staff shall be subject to a criminal background check as required by NH State Law. Staff and volunteers will also be required to complete periodic child safety training.

Compensation Pay Range:

$1250/week

The University of New Hampshire is committed to providing a safe environment for all persons, including but not limited to children, and to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect and crimes against children. All UNH youth program staff shall be subject to a criminal background check as required by NH State Law. Staff and volunteers will also be required to complete periodic child safety training.

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

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