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Aquarium Technician

JuniorMid levelFull-timeOfficeMelbourne VIC, AustraliaPosted 6 days agoVerified 1 week ago
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About the job

The Aquarium Technician job is all about ensuring the health and welfare of zebrafish that support cutting-edge research. This position plays a vital role in developing specialist aquaculture and laboratory animal skills while working in a collaborative, research-focused environment. The team thrives on attention to detail and values continuous improvement, making it an exciting opportunity for anyone passionate about animal care and scientific discovery.

You'll be responsible for

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Providing daily husbandry

Ensure the health and welfare of zebrafish through daily husbandry, feeding, cleaning, and health monitoring.
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Conducting water quality testing

Regularly test water quality, accurately record results, and report issues promptly to support stable system performance.
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Maintaining breeding colonies

Maintain breeding colonies and live food cultures to support research requirements and colony health.

Key criteria

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Aquaculture knowledge

Experience with aquaculture principles and practices.

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Laboratory animal experience

Demonstrated experience in a regulated animal research environment.

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Water quality testing skills

Proven ability to conduct and record water quality tests accurately.

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Aquaculture knowledge
Experience with aquaculture principles and practices.

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