Hands-On Marine Research Operations Specialist

Vancouver Island University; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Canada seeks a Research Operations Support Specialist to facilitate marine research at their Nanaimo Campus and Deep Bay Marine Field Station. The role includes culturing algae and caring for marine life, while ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining research facilities. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in a relevant field, with 3-5 years of experience. The position offers benefits including paid holidays, professional development, and a desirable pension plan.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan

Ample paid holiday time

Professional development opportunities

Desirable pension plan

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in marine sciences or related fields.
• Experience with a variety of activities such as culturing algae, invertebrate and vertebrate care.
• Class 5 driver's license with a satisfactory record.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate marine research operations at Nanaimo Campus and Deep Bay Marine Field Station.
• Culture algae and care for shellfish and fin fish used in research.
• Support regulatory compliance and maintenance of research facilities.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Technical proficiency

Cleaning

Education

B.Sc. in Biology, Marine Biology, Fisheries and Aquaculture, Systems Engineering, or a relevant field

M.Sc. in relevant field (Preferred)

Job description

An educational institution in Canada seeks a Research Operations Support Specialist to facilitate marine research at their Nanaimo Campus and Deep Bay Marine Field Station. The role includes culturing algae and caring for marine life, while ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining research facilities. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in a relevant field, with 3-5 years of experience. The position offers benefits including paid holidays, professional development, and a desirable pension plan.