Aquaculture Technician II: Hatchery & Recirculating Systems

University of Southern Mississippi; Ocean Springs (MS); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern Mississippi seeks an Aquaculture Technician II for the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory in Ocean Springs, MS. The role involves mid-level technical work in recirculating aquaculture systems, field tasks, and data management to support stock enhancement and commercial grow-out programs.

Responsibilities include broodstock management, larval husbandry, health monitoring, and collaboration with researchers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aquaculture, Marine Science, Coastal Sciences, Biology, Marine Biology, Botany, or comparable discipline.
• A valid Driver’s License is required.
• OR Associate degree in biology, chemistry, aquaculture, fisheries, engineering, or related field with three years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain recirculating aquaculture systems.
• Collect, prepare, and maintain field and laboratory equipment, specimens, and data.
• Rear larvae and seed for stock enhancement and commercial scale grow out.
• Manage broodstock, larval husbandry, health management, and system operations.
• Work under supervision and interact with faculty, staff and students on projects.

Skills

PC literacy

Independent worker

Proactive

Organization

Communication

Lift 30 lbs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aquaculture or related

Associate degree + 3 years experience

Job description

The University of Southern Mississippi seeks an Aquaculture Technician II for the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory in Ocean Springs, MS. The role involves mid-level technical work in recirculating aquaculture systems, field tasks, and data management to support stock enhancement and commercial grow-out programs.

Responsibilities include broodstock management, larval husbandry, health monitoring, and collaboration with researchers.