Aquatics Specialist II - SoBran, Bethesda, MD

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SoBran, Inc. is seeking an Aquatics Specialist II (proposed effort) to serve at our facility in Bethesda, M

OVERVIEW:  Provide animal husbandry to aquatic species such as fish, sea urchins, frogs, and any other aquatic or semi-aquatic species that may be utilized in biomedical research. Duties include maintaining housing systems, performing basic water quality tests, room sanitation and maintaining detailed records.   Provide technical services to include maintaining all aquatic support equipment, schedules, stocks, and maintains all aquatics facilities.  Responsible for completing assigned duties according to established procedures, guidelines, and instructions.

Primary duties may include the following: 

1. Identifies and reports abnormalities of aquatic animal species to Facility Veterinarian
2. Applies aquatic terminology in all methods of communication
3. Safely and correctly handles and restrains animals for observation and/or minor procedures
4. Maintains all aquatic support equipment and associated support areas
5. Maintains all aquatic holding areas in clean condition without risk to the research animals housed there
6. Cares for animals according to SOPs and ILAR Guide standards
7. Identifies, documents, and reports any environmental abnormalities
8. Maintains all water holding systems
9. Effectively troubleshoots system problems
10. Recognizes various parasites, abnormal clinical chemistry values, and abnormal behavior(s) of animals, correctly notifying the veterinarian immediately.
11. Ability to apply experience and/or knowledge to:
    1. Provide basic entries in scientific records
    2. Understand basic aquatic water chemistry
    3. Identify similarities and differences of types of aquatic holding systems
    4. Create proficient electronic mail
    5. Accurately perform all in-house water quality tests
    6. Work independently
    7. Use good written/oral communication skills
    8. Mentor subordinate staff

Qualifications

1. BS degree in biological sciences preferred
2. LAT certification within six (6) months of eligibility
3. One (1) year experience working with aquatic species required, preferably at least 2 species, one being zebra fish
4. Shall have background knowledge of working with animals in biomedical research

To apply, please click on the following link to complete our on-line application process: 

http://bit.ly/2SWCK6n

Our commitment

SoBran, is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.