[Coral-List] Research Aquarist Position: Application Deadline Extended to Sept 18th!
Bahr, Keisha
Keisha.Bahr at tamucc.edu
Thu Sep 12 14:22:51 UTC 2024
Dear Colleagues,
I would greatly appreciate if you could share this position within your networks. Thank you!
Please contact Keisha Bahr (Keisha.Bahr at tamucc.edu<mailto:Keisha.Bahr at tamucc.edu>) with any questions.
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Job Title: Research Aquarist
Institute: Harte Research Institute at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi
Location: Corpus Christi, Texas
Job Type: Permanent Staff, Full Time
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Research Aquarist at the Coral Reef and Ocean Health Research Group, Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies (HRI), will oversee coral experiments, animal husbandry, and system maintenance. This role offers excellent benefits, competitive pay, and the opportunity to be part of an amazing team.
Functional Area 1: Research
Percent Effort: 50%
* Lead and assist in creating research proposals to maximize capabilities and impact.
* Develop and conduct experiments, lead experimental workflows, and oversee technicians.
* Guide experimental design, including temperature and lighting profiles, for optimal outcomes.
* Develop experimental systems for specific research needs, including novel capabilities.
* Create long-term plans aligning capabilities with strategic goals.
* Contribute to research initiatives to enhance experimental and observational techniques.
* Foster collaborative teams and maintain national and international research partnerships.
* Educate users on technological and methodological advances.
* Prepare and present scientific papers, reports, and presentations on research outcomes.
* Communicate research capabilities through media, tours, and conferences.
Functional Area 2: Husbandry and Life Support Systems
Percent Effort: 40%
Job Duties
* Lead and supervise the technicians in holding, propagating, and preparing marine organisms and maintaining water quality programs.
* Design and adapt experimental methods for life support systems and animal husbandry.
* Maintain high standards in husbandry and life support to support research activities.
Functional Area 3: Other
Percent Effort: 10%
Job Duties
* Ensure timely and effective communication of deliverables to stakeholders.
* Comply with workplace safety policies for a safe working environment.
* Advise on required research services and effectively communicate research results.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor’s degree
* Four (4) years of related experience
* Additional experience/education may be used as a substitute for the minimum education/experience requirement:
* Master’s degree and two (2) years of experience OR
* Doctoral Degree
* Experience implementing aquarium-based experimental systems and processes
* Experience culturing corals and other marine invertebrates.
* Experience in managing relationships with external stakeholders.
* Well-developed scientific writing skills.
* Ability to produce quality Standard Operating Protocols and task risk assessments.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Postgraduate degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) in a field of marine science.
* A track record of success in developing research funding proposals and projects.
* Experience in administering research or technical projects.
* An excellent understanding of experimental design and statistical considerations.
* Understanding of engineering system design, in particular in relationship to life support systems for large aquaculture or marine aquaria.
Salary Range: $40,000 – 50,000 USD annually
Application Here: https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMUCC_External/job/Research-Aquarist_R-076892
Position Closes Sept 18th at Midnight Central Time.
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