Aquaculture Technician II

University of Southern Mississippi • Ocean Springs, MS • 1h ago

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary

This is mid-level technical work in recirculating aquaculture systems with field work required. Characteristic duties include operation and maintenance of recirculating aquaculture systems. Additional duties include the collection, preparation, and maintenance of field and laboratory equipment, specimens, and data. The incumbent works with shellfish, finfish, algae and other marine species to rear larvae and seed for stock enhancement and commercial scale grow out. Operations include broodstock management, larval husbandry, health management and operation of recirculating aquaculture systems. Work is performed under the general supervision of a biologist, scientist or an administrative or technical superior. Interaction with faculty, staff and students on various projects will be required. This is a full-time position that includes a full benefits package. The position will be located at the Thad Cochran Marine Aquaculture Center in Ocean Springs, MS. The Center is part of the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory (GCRL), a unit of the University of Southern Mississippi. The Center is located on the Cedar Point campus of GCRL, a 225-acre site devoted primarily to marine aquaculture. The Center currently includes approximately 100,000 square feet of culture space devoted to live feeds, broodstock, hatchery, nursery/growout, laboratory, experimental, and analytical facilities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Duty Performs custodial and maintenance activities of physical facilities, structures, grounds, aquaculture tanks, mechanical and water systems, water control structures and equipment.

Assists in the propagation and rearing of aquatic species. Performs various sampling activities including counting, sorting, measuring, weighing, and grading of samples.

Provides detailed records and data entry for monitoring parameters and production data to support specific research or management projects.

Participates in informational and educational outreach programs.

Follows standard operating procedures and performs other duties as assigned.

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