Research Associate 1 (Marine Aquaculture)

Aquatic Network; Key Biscayne (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Key Biscayne is seeking a Research Associate 1 to support Marine Aquaculture projects. The role involves feeding and maintaining various marine species, conducting larval rearing trials, and managing Recirculating Aquaculture Systems. Candidates should hold a BS degree and have experience in marine husbandry practices, particularly with species like flounder and snapper. Join a dynamic team dedicated to impactful research and community service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Experience with flounder, cobia, or snapper species preferred.
• Knowledge of bivalve and macroalgae culture is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Feed organisms, clean, and perform general maintenance.
• Cultivate and maintain macroalgae.
• Record data and report.
• Operate Recirculating Aquaculture Systems.

Skills

Marine finfish husbandry

Live feeds production

Data recording and reporting

Macroalgae cultivation

Education

Bachelors of Science (BS) Degree

Job description

Research Associate 1 (Marine Aquaculture)

University of Miami 4600, Rickenbacker Cswy, Key Biscayne, FL 33149

The Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science at the University of Miami is seeking a Research Associate I position to conduct activities for ongoing Marine Aquaculture research projects.

Duties

• Feeding organisms (fish and bivalves), cleaning, and general maintenance.
• Macroalgae cultivation and maintenance.
• Data recording and reporting.
• Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) operation and maintenance.
• Larval rearing trials: set up, execution, data recording.
• Assisting in preparation of progress reports to the funding source.
• Assist with capture, transport, acclimation, and management of UMEH broodstock organisms.
• Caring for various life stages of multiple marine species (fish, bivalves, micro- and macroalgae) housed at UMEH and in other projects UM is involved with both in the US and abroad.

Qualifications

Bachelors of Science (BS) Degree is required. Experience in marine finfish husbandry, live feeds production, and harvesting methods is preferred; preferably with flounder, cobia, Seriola spp., snapper spp., and/or grouper spp. Additional experience in bivalve and macroalgae culture experience preferred.

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EEO Statement

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