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Coral reef fish husbandry technician position at the Marine Climate Change Unit

Responsibilities 1 Animal Care and Maintenance: Perform daily feeding and care of marine organisms Monitor and maintain water quality parameters 2 Facility Maintenance: Conduct regular cleaning and maintenance of aquaria, filtration systems, and associated equipment. Perform routine checks and minor repairs on equipment to ensure optimal operation and report any issues to the appropriate personnel. 3 Health Monitoring and Record Keeping: Monitor the health and behavior of fish and other marine organisms, promptly identifying and addressing any signs of illness or stress. Maintain accurate records of animal health, feeding schedules, and environmental conditions. 4 Support for Research Activities: Assist researchers in setting up and conducting experiments, including preparation of experimental tanks and handling of marine specimens. Collect and process biological samples as required for various research projects. Qualifications (Required) 1. Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Biology, Aquaculture, Ecology, or other related fields. 2. Experience in fish care and management, including monitoring water quality, treating fish diseases, and maintaining aquaculture, marine, or similar systems. (Preferred) 1. SCUBA diving certified. 2. Experience with research involving live animals 3. Fluency in Japanese Compensation and Benefits Compensation in accordance with the OIST Employee Compensation Regulations Benefits: Relocation, housing and commuting allowances Annual paid leave and summer holidays Health insurance (Private School Mutual Aid) Welfare pension insurance (kousei-nenkin) Worker's accident compensation insurance (roudousha-saigai-hoshou-hoken) Access to Child Development Center Access to Schooling Options Language Education Resource Center (Daily Life Support in Okinawa) Remote Work system

Coral reef fish husbandry technician position at the Marine Climate Change Unit

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
Onna, Kunigami District, Okinawa
Full time

Published on 07/03/2024

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