Marine Aquaculture Research Associate

Hawaii Pacific University; Institute (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaii Pacific University is seeking a Research Assistant to support daily marine animal rearing tasks and assist senior staff with data collection and inventory management. The role involves supervising Research Technicians, coordinating supplies, and contributing to field work conducted largely outdoors at the Oceanic Institute in Waimanalo.

The candidate will work a full-time, on-site schedule with possible shifts including evenings and weekends, plus travel for field projects both

Qualifications

• B.S. or B.A. degree in aquaculture, marine science, biology, or related discipline.
• One (1) year of experience working with aquatic (preferably marine) organisms or MS degree in aquaculture, marine science, biology or related discipline.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Willing and able to work (1) adjusted work week (Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday) and flexibility to cover open shifts, (2) occasional night shifts (1 per month on average), (3) overtime on short-notice, (4) holidays, and (5) during campus closures (e.g. hurricane or tsunami threats), as well be able to respond to after-hour emergencies.
• Willing to travel (domestic and international) to support research projects. Valid passport or ability to acquire passport.
• Upon hire, candidate must have reliable personal transportation to facilitate travel between to all HPU worksites and other locations as required by the position. This includes a valid driver’s license and a personal vehicle that is legally registered and insured.

Responsibilities

• Animal Rearing: Feeding and daily care of fish and invertebrates, including measurement of water quality parameters.
• Leadership: Leading research or technical task and assist in performance appraisal of junior staff.
• Administrative: Ordering or assisting with the ordering of feeds and supplies using University purchase credit card and reconcile charges.
• Performs other related duties as assigned: Assist with off-campus projects, including domestic and international travel and participate as an effective team member.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

B.S./B.A. in aquaculture, marine science, biology

Job description

Hawaii Pacific University is seeking a Research Assistant to support daily marine animal rearing tasks and assist senior staff with data collection and inventory management. The role involves supervising Research Technicians, coordinating supplies, and contributing to field work conducted largely outdoors at the Oceanic Institute in Waimanalo.

The candidate will work a full-time, on-site schedule with possible shifts including evenings and weekends, plus travel for field projects both