Coral Propagation and Culture Technician II
AIS Inc•Galveston, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is seeking a Coral Propagation and Culture Technician II to support NOAA SEFSC Population and Ecosystems Monitoring Division (PEMD) at the NOAA Galveston Deep Sea Coral Laboratory. This role involves independently conducting coral culture operations, participating in at-sea surveys for broodstock collection and outplanting, managing coral and water quality databases, responding to disease and bleaching outbreaks, and supporting the preparation of SOPs and research publications.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in marine sciences or related biology field with at least 2 years of experience maintaining coral culture systems
- Knowledge of water quality, aquaculture/mariculture, and animal husbandry concepts
- Capable of independently performing scientific tasks
- Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, and facility maintenance
- Capable of following oral and written instructions and recognizing animal behaviors on the job
- Capable of writing college-level reports and making oral and written presentations
- Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license
- Must be able to lift 50 lb sacks of salt and work in environments maintained at or near 40°F
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of marine life, preferably corals
- Saltwater aquaria experience desired
- Knowledge of water quality and animal husbandry
Responsibilities
- Maintain recirculating coral culture systems; conduct safety inspections, monitor water quality, and report malfunctions
- Conduct routine care of live coral specimens including tank setup and cleaning for ESA coral species; confer with veterinarians regarding animal care
- Participate in at-sea surveys for broodstock collection and outplanting of laboratory-reared specimens
- Manage databases for corals and water quality; execute experiments with Program leads as directed
- Respond to unusual coral disease and bleaching outbreaks; transport specimens to Galveston facility for treatment
- Conduct work aboard Federal government and contract vessels; meet vessels to transfer live coral fragments or colonies
- Assist in preparing written SOPs and manuals for cold-water coral husbandry
- Perform data entry (water quality and coral health), QA/QC, and update tracking sheets and project management tools
- Collect and archive journal articles on coral biology, culture, and husbandry; assist in preparing graphs and presentations
- Complete required safety training; participate in outreach and education activities
Benefits
- health and dental insurance
- vacation
- sick and holiday benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
