Senior Cnidarian Biologist

Association of Zoos and Aquariums

Galveston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$25–$27 Per Hour
SKILLS
Algae, Animal Husbandry, Biology, Career Counseling, Conservation, Cook Dishes, Disease Prevention and Control, Disease Treatment, Driver's License, Facebook, Food Production, Health Plan, Ingredient Preparation, People Management, Physical Demands, Twitter, Typing, Work From Home, Zoology
LOCATION
Galveston, TX
POSTED
10 days ago

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Moody Gardens

Senior Cnidarian Biologist

Bachelor''s Degree with major course work in Biology, Zoology or related field. Work experience may be substituted. Must have a minimum of five years zoological experience, preferably with a variety of taxa. Must be certified S.C.U.B.A. diver if work area requires it. Current member of professional organizations, including AZA that support professional development and Moody Gardens' operations. Must have valid Texas driver's license. Must have working knowledge of life support systems, animal husbandry, disease prevention, treatment and control, behavioral management techniques and animal rearing techniques. Must be prepared to work odd or unscheduled hours. Must represent Moody Gardens in a professional manner with all guests.

PREFERED EXPERIENCE

This position oversees the daily operations and growth of the Cnidarian Area in the Aquarium. This includes, but is not limited to, the Coral Lab, the Jellies Gallery, the Jelly Lab, 2 live coral exhibits, and the live food routines. The ideal candidate will have experience and proficiency in the following skills:

  • Jellyfish propagation - with many different species
  • Live food production - live algae, rotifers and artemia
  • Coral health assessment and treatment
  • Ingenuity and drive to continue the growth of the area

Previous supervisory experience preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees may be required to perform, but are not limited to, the following physical tasks:

Standing/walking, climbing (i.e., on ladders, platforms, in planters, rock work, stairs, etc.). Stooping, reaching (includes overhead reaching, sideways reaching, bending over, kneeling, pulling). Repetitive hand and upper body motion (i.e., sweeping, hosing, scrubbing, squeegeeing, locking/unlocking locks and latches, twisting open lids, opening valves, typing for records, chopping and preparing food), swimming/snorkeling, wading in water at various depths. Entry and egress into/out of exhibits that may contain water, carrying equipment, and operating motorized vehicles. Heavy lifting (50 pounds or more), walking, bending, crawling, and working within a wet environment

Experience Required

Previous supervisory experience preferred Min. 2 years experience working with corals, jellyfish and live food culturing

Perks

Medical benefits paid by employer 401K

Salary

$25.00-$27.00/hour

How to Apply

https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/CC57593A08A59D7DB5E2B60A579C71B3/jobs/347243

Moody Gardens

One Hope Blvd

Galveston, TX 77551

Phone: 4096834107

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