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University of Texas at Austin

Public research university in Austin, TX

Oyster Technician

Life Sciences ResearchPosted on Nov 9
Full-timePort Aransas, TX, USA$42k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A BSc. in marine science, aquaculture, fisheries, biology, or a closely related field, or equivalent practical experience in lieu of a formal degree.
  • At least two years of experience in shellfish aquaculture.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and optimize live algal cultures to support broodstock and larval production.
  • Maintain and manage water quality and operations of oyster broodstock.
  • Manage day-to-day oyster hatchery operations, including conditioning, spawning, larval rearing, settlement, and nursery grow-out.
  • Perform collection of native oysters for use as broodstock.
  • Contribute to data management, compliance, and progress reporting for the shellfish research program.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with algal culture systems, particularly in relation to oyster feed production.
  • Experience with oyster/shellfish husbandry and larval rearing.
  • Experience with flow-through and/or recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS).
  • Experience with disease management and biosecurity in shellfish hatcheries.

About the Company

University of Texas at Austin

Public research university in Austin, TX

University of Texas at Austin is a public research university in Austin, Texas. It offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional education across a broad range of fields.

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