Coral Reef Aquaculture Lead - Hatchery & Field Ops

Coral World Ocean and Reef Initiative (CWORI); Charlotte Amalie (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Coral World Ocean and Reef Initiative (CWORI) seeks an Aquaculture Operations Manager to lead day-to-day hatchery operations for native invertebrate herbivores, including Diadema antillarum, at land-based facilities and offshore nurseries on St. Thomas.

The role drives propagation, biosecurity, and data for USVI restoration efforts. Reporting to the Coral Reef Restoration Scientist and Executive Director, you will supervise technicians, maintain LSS systems, and support outreach; grant-funded

Qualifications

• B.S. in Aquaculture, Marine Biology, or related field
• Direct experience culturing marine invertebrates through all life stages
• Ability to troubleshoot biological and LSS challenges
• Proficiency in microalgal culture and sterile techniques
• Experience with shaker tables or plankton culture systems
• LSS plumbing, pumps, filtration, and water-testing instrumentation
• SCUBA certification and US work authorization
• Driver's license

Responsibilities

• Lead hatchery operations and broodstock conditioning
• Manage modular aquaculture facilities and raceways
• Oversee live-feed production and algae cultures
• Train technicians and interns in biosecurity and water quality
• Maintain data and assist in grant progress reporting
• Fabricate offshore larval collectors and in-water enclosures
• Collaborate with scientists to meet grant milestones

Skills

Aquaculture

Marine biology

Hatchery operations

Water quality monitoring

SCUBA certification

Team leadership

Problem solving

Biosecurity

Education

B.S. in Aquaculture or Marine Biology

Tools

Shaker tables

Kreisels

Water-testing instruments

Job description

Coral World Ocean and Reef Initiative (CWORI) seeks an Aquaculture Operations Manager to lead day-to-day hatchery operations for native invertebrate herbivores, including Diadema antillarum, at land-based facilities and offshore nurseries on St. Thomas.

The role drives propagation, biosecurity, and data for USVI restoration efforts. Reporting to the Coral Reef Restoration Scientist and Executive Director, you will supervise technicians, maintain LSS systems, and support outreach; grant-funded