Aquaculture Technician I

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

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

Job Summary
This is entry-level technical
work in recirculating aquaculture systems with field work required.  This position is a temporary appointment with a term
not to exceed 90 days. Characteristic duties
include operation and maintenance of recirculating aquaculture
systems.  Additional duties include the collection, preparation, and maintenance of field and laboratory equipment, specimens, and data.  The
incumbent works with shellfish, finfish, algae and other marine species to rear
larvae and seed for stock enhancement and commercial scale grow out. Operations
include broodstock management, larval husbandry, health management and
operation of recirculating aquaculture systems. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a
biologist, 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 hours or 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 site devoted primarily to marine aquaculture. The Center currently
includes approximately 100,000 square feet of culture space devoted to live
feeds, broodstock, hatchery, nursery/growout, laboratory, experimental, and
analytical facilities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Performs custodial and maintenance activities of physical facilities, structures, grounds, aquaculture tanks, mechanical and water systems, water control structures and equipment under supervision.
2. Assists in the propagation and rearing of aquatic species. Performs various sampling activities including counting, sorting, measuring, weighing, and grading of samples.
3. Provides detailed records and data entry for monitoring parameters and production data to support specific research or management projects.
4. Participates in informational and educational outreach programs.
5. Follows standard operating procedures and performs other duties as assigned.
   

About The University of Southern Mississippi
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in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the
Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We
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business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by
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accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our
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