TES Aquaculture Technician

Auburn University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University seeks a temporary position for fish husbandry at the EW Shell Research Center. Responsibilities include fish feeding, maintenance, and assisting in aquaculture research. The position requires a Bachelor's in Fisheries or Biological Sciences and offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience in higher education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fisheries, Aquaculture or related field is required.
• Multiple years of experience in the field is desired.
• Ability to lift more than 50 lbs is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily fish feeding and tank cleaning.
• Assist in research activities and record keeping.
• Operate and maintain equipment including tractors and trucks.

Skills

Ability to work outdoors

Leadership

Physical strength

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries/Aquaculture or Biological Sciences

Job description

This is a temporary position typically lasting one year with the possibility of extension.

Responsible for general fish husbandry on the EW Shell Research Center. Support principal functions of the Center by assisting faculty and staff on a wide variety of projects related to fish production, aquaculture research, and fisheries management.

Temporary Employment Services ( TES ), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:

• Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
• Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
• Assistance with special projects
• Seasonal work

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.

AU students are not eligible for TES .

Essential Functions

• Fish feeding, tank cleaning, behavioral observations, maintenance of aquaculture systems, spawning and larval rearing
• Assist in research related activities for faculty & staff projects
• Daily record keeping & record entry
• Water quality analysis using meters (DO, pH, temp) and chemical test kids ( HACH )
• Stock, harvest, & transport fish on-the-farm, locally and long-distances
• Operate and maintain equipment including tractors, UTV’s, trucks & fish hauling gear
• General facilities/grounds maintenance & housekeeping as needed
• Crew leader for the undergraduate employees insuring daily duties are being competed and goals are being met
• Other duties as assigned

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries/Aquaculture or related Biological Sciences
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather
• Lift weights exceeding 50 lbs
• Driver’s License and ability to operate small machinery

Desired Qualifications

• Multiple years of experience working in the field of study related to fisheries, aquaculture, or biological sciences
• Ability to serve as crew leader for undergraduate student employees

Salary Range

Salary Range $14.50-$16.00/hour

Work Hours

Work Hours Typically 7:30am - 4:30pm

City position is located in:

City position is located in: Auburn

State position is located:

State position is located: Alabama

Posting Date

Posting Date 06/13/2025

Closing Date

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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• * Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution in Fisheries, Aquaculture or a related field?
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