Research Engineering/Scientist Associate I, II, III, or IV – Zebrafish Research & Aquatics Specialist
Core
Support the operation of a research zebrafish facility by managing husbandry, colony organization, and aquatics-system maintenance.
Role type
Associate Research Scientist (Aquatics Specialist)
Builds
Zebrafish colonies and research support
Domain
Life Sciences / Aquaculture
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Zebrafish husbandry, colony management, aquatics-system monitoring, water-quality monitoring, tank cleaning, genotyping support, inventory management, IACUC compliance
Preferred skills
Zebrafish breeding, recirculating aquatic systems operation, mechanical troubleshooting, vertebrate animal handling
Technologies
Pumps, filtration systems, UV sterilization, sensors, plumbing
Responsibilities
Maintain day-to-day health and operation of the laboratory zebrafish facility; maintain zebrafish lines and breeding records; set up crosses and collect embryos; monitor water quality and aquatics systems; ensure compliance with laboratory safety and IACUC protocols.
Seniority
Associate level (I-IV) based on education and experience