Restoration and Nursery Technician

Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre; Area A (Bamfield); Vor Ort; CAD 54.000 - 60.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre is seeking a casual Restoration and Nursery Technician to manage kelp cultures, support sourcing and outplanting decisions, and assist field activities including sori collection, outplanting and ecological monitoring. The role requires independent work and collaboration across teams to advance kelp restoration along BC’s coast.

Applicants should have biology or environmental science background, experience in phycology, strong organizational skills, and flexibility

Qualifikationen

• Required: biology or environmental science background.
• Course work in phycology or related experiences.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency with standard computer tools (email, word processing, spreadsheets, Zoom, Slack).
• Ability to work independently and solve problems with minimal supervision in lab and field.

Aufgaben

• Initiate, maintain and scale kelp cultures at BMSC and Deep Bay in collaboration with culturing/ops teams.
• Coordinate lab operations: spore release, culture initiation, media prep, water quality, contamination checks.

Kenntnisse

Biology

Environmental Science

Lab & field problem-solving

Independent work

Collaborative teamwork

Time management

Ausbildung

Biology/Environmental Science related discipline

Tools

Email

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Zoom

Slack

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre, Bamfield, BC

Position Type: Casual position 20-37.5 hours / week

Reports to: Nursery Manager

Salary: Range of $54,000 – $60,000 Annually (commensurate with experience)

The Restoration and Nursery Technician will coordinate kelp culturing and kelp growth cycles in the BMSC nurseries, support decisions around kelp sourcing and outplanting, and assist with field activities such as sori collection, outplanting and ecological monitoring; both at the surface and through SCUBA-based work. They will work closely with the Deep Bay nursery technician and the broader BMSC and Baum team. The ideal candidate is scientifically grounded, results oriented, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively. They will bring strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence in both laboratory and field settings to help advance the mission of restoring kelp forests along BC’s coast.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Initiate, maintain and scale kelp cultures at BMSC, and, as needed, at Deep Bay Marine Station, in collaboration with the culturing and operations team.
• Coordinate lab operations, including spore release, culture initiation, media preparation and changes, water quality maintenance, contamination checks, and biobanking.
• Support preparation of kelp gametophytes for outplanting (e.g., tiles, spools).
• Contribute to optimizing kelp culturing, nursery and outplanting techniques through experimentation, literature review, and knowledge exchange with external experts; present recommendations to the KRI team.
• Isolate gametophytes and conduct targeted genetic crosses for genomic studies. § Help develop and refine standard kelp culturing protocols.
• Perform independent and team-based lab and fieldwork, including sterile techniques, DNA extractions, light microscopy and various assays.
• Participate in scientific dives to outplant and monitor kelp, collect samples, and measure site conditions.
• Keep detailed, accessible lab records and provide regular updates via reports and presentations.
• Assist with report writing and publications; optionally lead nursery experiments and related publications.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• in Biology, Environmental Science, or related discipline
• Previous course work with phycology or similar experiences
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Proficiency with standard computer tools (email, word processing, spreadsheets, Zoom, Slack)
• Ability to work independently and solve problems with minimal supervision in lab and some field settings
• Experience working in geographically dispersed or collaborative teams
• Valid BC driver’s license
• Flexible availability, including occasional early mornings, evenings, and weekends
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent time management and ability to prioritize tasks independently
• Experience trailering and launching small boats (up to 20’)
• Scientific Diver certification (CAUS Level 1 or AAUS equivalent)
• Previous experience with aquarium or aquaculture systems
• Comfortable working in adverse weather conditions for extended periods
• Previous experience at remote research stations
• Strong communication skills for both technical and general audiences

BMSC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. As we are located in a remote area, we understand that additional considerations may be needed during the hiring process. We’re committed to providing accommodations at every stage, in accordance with the British Columbia Employment Standards Act (ESA). If you need any support or adjustments during the process, please reach out to our Human Resources team. All requests will be handled with care and confidentiality.