Periodic travel to research sites in the Florida Keys may be necessary to support research and restoration objectives. Duties will include assisting with data collection and entry.
Primary Duties:
- Extensive aquaculture work including husbandry and production of invertebrate grazers and algae as well as the operation and maintenance of RAS systems.
- Periodic transport of grazers and algae to/from research and field sites such as Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration (IC2R3) on Summerland Key
- Husbandry of grazer broodstock including use of snorkeling and/or SCUBA in large recirculating seawater tanks
- Help to monitor and maintain excellent water quality in all RAS systems.
- Maintain close communication with supervisor and team
Additional duties will include assisting with various tasks related to the daily operation of a full-service aquaculture station and assisting with outreach and education activities as needed.
Minimum Qualifications or Requirements:
- B.Sc. degree in marine science, aquaculture, biological sciences, ecological sciences, or related field from an accredited college or university
- Working familiarity with recirculating seawater systems required
- Ability to meet and maintain AAUS Scientific Diver standards, including medical requirements
- Valid license to drive in the State of Florida (CDL preferred)
- Lift heavy objects up to 70 lbs. required
- Participate in heavy physical exertion while swimming or diving or hauling gear required
- Proficiency with common data management and word processing software (Microsoft Excel/Word) required
- Ability to be an adaptable and collegial member of the team, be self-motivated, work efficiently and productively with minimal supervision while completing assigned tasks on time required
- Normal working hours are 8:00 am – 5:00pm M-F; however, weekend, evening, and holiday hours will be required at times to support production and restoration objectives
Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- SCUBA certification from a nationally recognized certification agency (Rescue, Divemaster, or higher preferred)
- Previous research diving experience and AAUS Scientific Diver rating preferred
- Previous aquaculture and husbandry experience strongly preferred
- Experience with invertebrate husbandry and macroalgae culture preferred
- Basic knowledge of statistical analyses and report writing preferred
- Prior experience with managing large volume recirculating seawater life support systems strongly preferred
- Extensive experience trailering and hauling transport trailers preferred
Closing Date: December 22, 2023.
