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Research Associate

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Miami, Florida, United States UOMUOMUS Full time
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The Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric and Earth Science at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a full time Research Associate 1. The position is located in National Resource for Aplysia, an NIH-sponsored laboratory that raises the biomedical important model animal Aplysia californica. This is a position at a unique aquaculture laboratory where we raise this important mollusk throughout its life cycle and provide animals to researchers nationwide. The successful candidate will be motivated, able to work independently and in small teams, have a strong attention to detail, and have a great work ethic.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manage the larval production and egg output from reproductive colonies of the California sea hare, Aplysia californica, at the UM /NIH Aplysia Resource Facility. This task requires an in-depth knowledge of biology, mariculture and invertebrate larval culture techniques.
  • Collect Aplysia eggs and assess development of eggs to determine suitability for culture.
  • Setup and maintain Aplysia larval cultures weekly, following all established culture protocols.
    • Includes weekly larval transfers, determining health of and measuring larvae, feeding larvae.
    • Collection and management of larval culture data
  • Metamorphosis of competent larvae.
  • Care of early post-metamorphic Aplyisa.
  • Maintain clean microalgae culture and stocks, including stock transfers and growout.
  • Maintain a clean laboratory environment, including cleaning glassware, counters, acid baths, etc.
  • Assist in all other aspects of the Aplysia Resource Facility as needed.
  • The Research Associate will be expected to show creativity and latitude in developing and performing research tasks under the direct supervision of the Resource Manager including.
  • Oversee broodstock mating program to insure the continuous availability of eggs for larval culture.
  • Insure the implementation of all biosecurity and safety protocols.
  • Give tours of the Aplysia Facility to student groups and VIP groups when needed in fulfillment of the NIH outreach requirement.
  • Successful candidate will be required to work holidays and weekends as needed.
  • Will be classified an Essential Employee, and will be required to be available before and immediately after major storms.

Required Knowledge and Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Marine Science, biology, or a related field
  • Aquaculture experience required
  • Experience in invertebrate larval culture, especially mollusks, is a plus
  • Working knowledge of seawater aquaculture systems, including maintenance and repairs when needed
  • Ability to work closely with researchers, both at UM and externally
  • Record keeping, data analysis, scientific writing
  • Must be able to lift 40 pounds and work outdoors and in difficult conditions



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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

A5