Aquaculture Technician I

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Aquaculture Technician I.

Location Gulf Coast Research Laboratory
703 East Beach Drive
Ocean Springs, Mississippi, 39564
United States

Division Thad Cochran Marine Aquacultural Center

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Part Time

Grant Funded No

Generic Grade

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled

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

Thisisentry-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 offield and laboratory equipment, specimens, and data. The incumbent works with shellfish, finfish, algae and othermarine species to rear larvae and seed for stock enhancement and commercialscale grow out. Operations include brood stock management, larval husbandry,health management and operation of recirculating aquaculture systems.

Work is performed under the direct supervision of abiologist, scientist or an administrative or technical superior.

Interaction with faculty, staff and students on various projects will be required. This assignment is anticipated to work 19 hoursor less per week as a part-time employee without benefits.

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 sitedevoted primarily to marine aquaculture. The Center currently includesapproximately 100,000 square feet of culture space devoted to live feeds,brood stock, hatchery, nursery/growout, laboratory, experimental, and analyticalfacilities.

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

Associate degree from an accredited community college, technical college, vocational school or university in biology, chemistry, aquaculture, fisheries, engineering, orrelated field. A valid Driver’s License is required.

OR

Graduation from a standard four-year high school or equivalent (GEDor High School Equivalency Diploma) and one (1) year of related work experience. A valid Driver’s License is required.

• Proficient use of personal computers and software for word processing, presentation development, databases, and statistical applications.
• Ability to take detailed directions and work independently or as a team member.
• Ability to be proactive, resourceful and self-motivated.
• Demonstrate excellent organization and time management skills.
• Proficient interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal form.
• Ability to repeatedly lift and carry weights more than 30 lbs.

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