Aquaculture Care Technician I (Zebrafish & Axolotl)

MDI Biological Laboratory; Bar Harbor (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

MDI Biological Laboratory in Bar Harbor, ME is seeking a part-time Aquaculture Technician to provide day-to-day care for zebrafish, axolotl, and ATK across campus facilities. The role offers on-the-job training and supports summer courses and MDIBL programs.

The position requires a biology background, commitment to animal welfare, and the ability to work on weekdays and weekends as needed. It is a part-time on-site role with opportunities to contribute to animal husbandry and core facility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or substantial progress toward degree
• Strong commitment to animal welfare and animal care
• Experience in aquaculture or animal husbandry in a similar role (1–3 years preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care and maintenance of zebrafish, axolotl, and ATK, including feeding, tank cleaning, and water changes
• Prepare and maintain animal housing and equipment, ensuring biosecurity and proper stocking
• Perform health inspections and generate health reports for users
• Support SOPs and daily operations of aquaculture recirculation systems
• Receive, quarantine, and transport animals for MDIBL activities and summer courses
• Assist in data management and stocking of supplies in designated spaces

Skills

Animal welfare

Communication

Teamwork

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology

Progress toward biology degree

Job description

MDI Biological Laboratory in Bar Harbor, ME is seeking a part-time Aquaculture Technician to provide day-to-day care for zebrafish, axolotl, and ATK across campus facilities. The role offers on-the-job training and supports summer courses and MDIBL programs.

The position requires a biology background, commitment to animal welfare, and the ability to work on weekdays and weekends as needed. It is a part-time on-site role with opportunities to contribute to animal husbandry and core facility