Aquarist

About the role

The Marine Husbandry Aquarist II is responsible for the daily care and health management of all marine fishes in the facility.

Responsibilities

Primary Duties

• Remove deceased animals from the holding systems
• Prepare and distribute feeds to livestock
• Maintain system organization and move fish as needed
• Perform water testing and data entry
• Administer livestock treatments
• Remove animals in need of treatment and place in hospital systems
• Identify and remove healthy animals from the treatment system
• Clean and maintain tanks, systems, and work areas
• Mix and distribute chemicals
• Count and adjust inventory as required
• Make and distribute saltwater
• Perform other husbandry-related tasks as assigned

Secondary Duties

• Assist with livestock acclimation, freshwater husbandry, invert husbandry, packing and picking, and facility maintenance teams
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field or equivalent experience
• Weekend and holiday work required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize responsibilities, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Knowledge of marine fishes and invertebrates required
• Fish pathology, coral husbandry, and coral propagation a plus
• Aquarium keeping experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Standing for more than 7 hours per day
• Able to lift 60 lbs