Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician I

Job No: 540228 |
Work Type: Full Time |
Location: St. Lucie |
Categories: Grant or Research Administration, Veteran's Preference Eligible, Agricultural Sciences |
Department:  - AG-IRREC-FT. PIERCE

• Assists with the maintenance and use of recirculating aquaculture systems, laboratory equipment, and associated components to ensure proper functionality and efficient operation.
• Assists with feeding, brood stock maintenance, egg collection, and egg quantification in support of aquaculture research activities.
• Monitors and maintains the health and welfare of aquatic organisms, including oversight of water quality parameters and system conditions. Provides recommendations to improve maintenance and spawning of aquatic organisms.
• Participates in research activities and project objectives as assigned by the supervisor, collaborates effectively with faculty, staff, students, and laboratory personnel.
• Operates and drives state/UF vehicles as needed in support of research, maintenance, and operational activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

$20.92 per hour

• Associate's degree in an appropriate area; or a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

• Education and/or experience in aquaculture or a closely related field.
• Effective communication of research data and results through oral presentations and written reports.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English.
• Proficiency with computer hardware and software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and database management.

Health assessment required:
Yes.

Veteran's preference:
Eligible. Submit DD 214 Member Copy 4 with application.

University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S.