Aquaculture Specialist

Company: Aquatic Network
Location: Boston
Posted on: November 8, 2024

Job Description:

Aquaculture SpecialistDana-Farber Cancer Institute 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215The Aquaculture Specialists play an integral role in the innovative pediatric oncology research conducted at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through cultivating and providing high quality daily care for zebra fish in within the Zebra Fish Facility, in conjunction with research staff. Using their knowledge of aquaculture husbandry, critical thinking skills and keen attention to detail, Aquaculture Specialists are responsible for applying their discretion and judgment to ensure optimal animal health is sustained in accordance with federal and institutional regulations and policies.Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.Responsibilities

• Operates sophisticated re-circulating aquaculture systems, as well as aquatics tank washers, feeding robots, and integrated electronic water quality monitoring systems, all observing standard operating procedures and safety guidelines. Resolves issues where possible, escalates to the supervisor when necessary.
• Performs and records daily animal health and welfare observations, communicating adverse findings to the appropriate supervisor.
• Carries out necessary procedures to breed zebra fish, maintaining necessary levels of wild type stock to support research activities.
• Maintains live rotifer colonies needed to feed zebra fish. Feeds populations of fish the proper type and amount of food, depending on life stage and experimental application.
• Inspects fish for signs of illness and properly transfers sick fish to the hospital tanks for observation; communicate with all research staff associated with that fish.
• Performs water quality testing and maintains accurate records of results. Resolves issues where possible, escalates to the supervisor when necessary.
• Attends conferences and courses, consults with other researchers, and participates in other professional activities to maintain the level of continuing education that will provide information to supplement existing procedures.
• Additional duties as required based on scientific or operational needs as directed by the supervisor or Principal Investigator ("PI").QualificationsRequires the knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts customarily acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree in Biology or a closely related field, including coursework in marine biology/marine sciences, along with 1 - 3 years' professional experience in aquatic animal husbandry.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
  • Must have the ability to exercise discretion and judgement by applying knowledge of aquaculture husbandry and marine science toward the complex duties required of the positions.
  • Analytical skills to identify highly complex problems requiring the application of clinical, scientific or technical principles, theories and concepts and in-depth, cross-functional experienced-based knowledge.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with people from a wide variety of social and educational backgrounds, scientific staff, and service/equipment vendors.
  • Meticulous attention to detail in record keeping and lab organization is required to minimize errors that would impact the quality and/or phase of research projects.At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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