Zebrafish Facility Operations Lead

University of Maine; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maine is seeking an Assistant Manager to help staff and oversee the Zebrafish Facility, delivering fee-based services to UMaine researchers, educators, and external stakeholders. The role involves supervising non-permanent staff and users, growing an active user base, and ensuring smooth daily operations of zebrafish culture systems.

The successful candidate will oversee zebrafish husbandry, manage a large stock of animals for genetics, infections, and embryo development

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Aquaculture or closely related discipline.
• At least three years of relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience with the design, construction, and management of recirculating aquaculture systems and other aquatic holding systems.
• Demonstrated experience with water monitoring systems, knowledge of key water quality parameters and their effect on zebrafish husbandry, and experience with cultivating zebrafish live feed.
• Demonstrated evidence of work-related attention to detail, multitasking, reliability, innovation or service‑oriented professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assist with staffing and managing daily operations of the Zebrafish Facility.
• Supervise non-permanent staff or users and cultivate an active user base.
• Oversee all aspects of the zebrafish laboratory culture systems and maintain a large stock of zebrafish for research.

Skills

Zebrafish husbandry

Recirculating aquaculture design

Water quality monitoring

Staff supervision

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Science in Aquaculture or related

Job description

The University of Maine is seeking an Assistant Manager to help staff and oversee the Zebrafish Facility, delivering fee-based services to UMaine researchers, educators, and external stakeholders. The role involves supervising non-permanent staff and users, growing an active user base, and ensuring smooth daily operations of zebrafish culture systems.

The successful candidate will oversee zebrafish husbandry, manage a large stock of animals for genetics, infections, and embryo development