Aquarium Biologist - Amphibian & Habitat Specialist

Vancouver Aquarium Careers; Vancouver; Presencial; CAD 33.000 - 47.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive hourly wage

Comprehensive benefits plan

Employee and family assistance program

Company discounts

Supportive work environment

Descripción de la vacante

The Vancouver Aquarium is seeking an Aquarium Biologist to develop, maintain, and interpret exhibits in the Amazon and Frogs Forever Gallery, overseeing acquisition, display and husbandry of a diverse range of species.

Key duties include ensuring welfare and regulatory compliance, maintaining environmental conditions, and collaborating with senior staff and veterinarians. Weekend and night shifts may be required; strong team and communication skills are essential.

Formación

• Work experience in animal husbandry or related field.
• Ability to plan, implement, and interpret animal exhibits.
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, maintain and interpret exhibits within Amazon and Frogs Forever Gallery.
• Ensure animal care and welfare meet accreditation standards and regulations.
• Maintain environmental conditions, nutrition, water quality, and disease prevention.
• Coordinate with senior biologists, managers, and veterinarians.
• Assist in shipping, receiving live specimens, and training staff.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Observational skills

Customer service

WHMIS certification

Educación

Undergraduate degree or college diploma in animal husbandry

Descripción del empleo

The Vancouver Aquarium is seeking an Aquarium Biologist to develop, maintain, and interpret exhibits in the Amazon and Frogs Forever Gallery, overseeing acquisition, display and husbandry of a diverse range of species.

Key duties include ensuring welfare and regulatory compliance, maintaining environmental conditions, and collaborating with senior staff and veterinarians. Weekend and night shifts may be required; strong team and communication skills are essential.