Mesophotic Coral Propagation Technician II

Think Tank, Inc.; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Think Tank, Inc. in Galveston, TX, seeks a contract Marine Laboratory Technician to support NOAA Galveston Deep Sea Coral Laboratory operations, including culture systems maintenance, disease investigations, and fieldwork coordination.

You will manage data, assist in analyses, and contribute to outreach materials under supervision. Bachelor's in marine sciences and 2+ years coral culture experience preferred; valid US driver’s license and ability to lift 50 lbs required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marine sciences or related biology field with at least 2 years of coral culture experience
• Knowledge of water quality, aquaculture/mariculture, and animal husbandry concepts and methodologies; capable of independently performing scientific tasks using established methods
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, and facility maintenance; able to follow instructions and learn sea turtle husbandry and behaviors

Responsibilities

• Maintain recirculating culture systems, conduct safety inspections, monitor water quality, and report malfunctions.
• Care for live coral specimens and set up/clean tanks for ESA coral species; coordinate with staff and veterinarians on animal care.
• Participate in at-sea surveys for broodstock collection and out-planting of laboratory-reared specimens.
• Database management of corals and water quality; QA/QC data input.
• Assist in executing experiments with Program leads as directed.
• Respond to unusual coral disease and bleaching outbreaks; transport specimens for treatment/recovery.
• Complete required safety training and perform field operations aboard vessels.
• Prepare SOPs and manuals for cold-water coral husbandry; update tracking sheets and project tools.
• Collect and archive journal articles; assist in preparing graphs and PowerPoint presentations.

Skills

Marine sciences

Biology concepts

Water quality

Aquaculture & mariculture

Animal husbandry

Following instructions

Facility maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in marine sciences or related biology field

Tools

PowerPoint

MS Office

Job description

Think Tank, Inc. in Galveston, TX, seeks a contract Marine Laboratory Technician to support NOAA Galveston Deep Sea Coral Laboratory operations, including culture systems maintenance, disease investigations, and fieldwork coordination.

You will manage data, assist in analyses, and contribute to outreach materials under supervision. Bachelor's in marine sciences and 2+ years coral culture experience preferred; valid US driver’s license and ability to lift 50 lbs required.