Aquaculture Systems & Fish Health Technician

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital in Boston, MA seeks an Aquaculture Technician to care for lab fish in the ARP and operate complex recirculating systems. You’ll monitor water parameters, perform health observations, and support husbandry tasks under supervision.

The role emphasizes routine maintenance, inventory control, and collaborative training of staff and researchers. On-site, lab-based position with opportunities to contribute to animal welfare and experimental success.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• 1+ year experience in aquaculture environment preferred.
• AALAS level certification preferred or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Feed populations with appropriate food by life stage.
• Operate recirculating systems and monitoring equipment.
• Record daily animal health observations and report issues.
• Oversee aquaculture system operations and maintenance.
• Perform spawning and other husbandry tasks as needed.
• Maintain live cultures for larval fish feeding.
• Record water quality tests and monitor supplies.
• Provide training to new staff and scientists.

Skills

Animal care

Recirculating systems

Water quality monitoring

Education

High School diploma/GED

AALAS certification (preferred)

Tools

Recirculating aquaculture systems

Aquatics tank washers

Feeding robots

Job description

Boston Children’s Hospital in Boston, MA seeks an Aquaculture Technician to care for lab fish in the ARP and operate complex recirculating systems. You’ll monitor water parameters, perform health observations, and support husbandry tasks under supervision.

The role emphasizes routine maintenance, inventory control, and collaborative training of staff and researchers. On-site, lab-based position with opportunities to contribute to animal welfare and experimental success.