Aquaculture Facility Technician - Research & Animal Care

Ontario University Athletics; Guelph; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian educational institution seeks an Agricultural Assistant for its Ontario Aquaculture Research Centre in Elora, Ontario. This role includes maintaining facility operations, animal care, and supporting research activities. Qualified candidates should have a two-year college diploma in a relevant field and experience in aquaculture. The position offers an engaging opportunity to work in a dynamic research environment.

Qualifications

• One to two years of relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with fish and/or in aquaculture.
• Experience in a research or laboratory setting is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance of the facility and infrastructure.
• Conduct daily animal care including feeding and observation.
• Assist researchers with experimental setup and data collection.
• Maintain water quality for optimal research conditions.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Experience performing general maintenance

Effective communication

Teamwork abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Two-year community college diploma in Aquaculture, Biology, Fisheries and Wildlife, Environmental Technology, or Agricultural Systems

Tools

Pumps

Blowers

Compressors

Job description

A leading Canadian educational institution seeks an Agricultural Assistant for its Ontario Aquaculture Research Centre in Elora, Ontario. This role includes maintaining facility operations, animal care, and supporting research activities. Qualified candidates should have a two-year college diploma in a relevant field and experience in aquaculture. The position offers an engaging opportunity to work in a dynamic research environment.