Biologist Aide - Fish & Invertebrates

All Career • Camden, NJ

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About The Position

Adventure Aquarium is hiring a full-time Biologist Aide to support the Fish and Invertebrates exhibits. The aide works closely with the Fish and Invertebrates Curator, Senior Biologists, and General Curator to carry out exhibit operations, including animal husbandry, exhibit maintenance, and holding-system management.

The position includes daily animal care and feeding, maintaining records, keeping exhibits and work areas clean, and assisting with other husbandry activities as needed. The aide also participates in Aquarium education, public relations, and membership programs, including tours and lectures, and follows applicable safety and security procedures.

The role requires strenuous physical work and work in varied weather conditions. It may involve exposure to dust, unpredictable animal species, machinery, restraint devices, and toxic chemicals or drugs. Protective equipment may be required occasionally. This position is identified as Safety Critical with authorized operator requirements.

Requirements

• Have 3–6 months of internship or volunteer experience in a zoo or aquarium.
• Be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Successfully complete pre-employment background and drug screening.
• Be capable of strenuous and heavy physical labor, remaining on feet for long periods, climbing stairs, bending, and stooping.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Control allergies related to animals or plants that could interfere with work through medication or protective equipment.
• Be able to work in all weather conditions and safely perform the job.
• Meet authorized operator requirements for a position identified as Safety Critical.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related field.
• Ability to pass a swim test and SCUBA certification, or ability to complete SCUBA certification within three months of the start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide for the needs of animals in the fish and invertebrate exhibits through daily feedings, exhibit cleaning, and holding-system maintenance.
• Maintain records of feeding, water-quality analysis, behavioral observations, training activities, enrichment, and medical procedures.
• Maintain exhibit quality through regular maintenance and cleaning.
• Keep the work area clean and organized and promptly report mechanical failures to supervisors.
• Assist with collecting and other Husbandry department activities as needed.
• Participate in Aquarium-related education, public relations, and membership programs, including facility tours and lectures.
• Comply with safety and security directives, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan through Cigna.
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan after 3 months of service.
• Eligibility to participate in GROW U, including fully funded and tuition-assistance education programs.
• Two weeks’ vacation, one week of personal time, one week of sick time, and eight paid holidays, based on a full calendar year.
• Free admission and 24 General Admission tickets annually for family and friends.
• Complimentary tickets to local attractions when available.
• 30% discount at retail and photo areas and in-house food vendors.
• Training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed