Student Research Assistant, Pritzker Aquarium Husbandry, Lee EDAP

Position: Student Research Assistant, Pritzker Aquarium Husbandry, Lee EDAP 2026
Location: Sarasota

Salary: $18.00 Hourly
Location : Sarasota, Florida, United States
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 00823
Division: Pritzker Marine Sci Research Ctr
Opening Date: 05/06/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

The goal of this project is to gain hands-on experience in marine animal husbandry and science communication. The intern will work closely with our marine lab team to care for a diverse collection of marine species and contribute to developing educational materials (videos, posters, social media, presentations, etc.) that highlight our lab's research and conservation efforts.
Examples of Duties

• Aquarium Husbandry - assist with daily care of marine animals, including feeding, cleaning, and monitoring tank systems. Conduct weekly water quality testing and observe animals.

• Participate in the setup and maintenance of aquaria, life support systems, and exhibit spaces.

• Outreach and development - collaborate with staff to create engaging outreach materials, assist in the development of public education programs, research and communicate complex scientific information in a way that is accessible to diverse audiences.

Students can receive course credit as an internship through the Office of Career and Engagement.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience with aquarium husbandry
• Knowledge of basic marine fish and invertebrate biology

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a marine lab through classes and/or research
• Desired but not required - scuba certified, experience with boating and trailering, experience engaging with the public, knowledge of local ecosystems or marine conservation issues, experience with graphic design, photography, video

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship, including but not limited to non-immigrant visas, such as H1B, STEM, or F1, now and in the future.

New College of Florida (NCF) is an equal opportunity employer and educational provider committed to a policy of non-discrimination for any member of the NCF community on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veterans' status, marital status, or any other legally protected group status. This policy applies to faculty, staff, students, volunteers, visitors, applicants, and contractors in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, orders, and University policies, procedures, and processes.
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