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Aquarist or Senior Aquarist
Location
Sanibel, Florida, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
3-7 years
Compensation
$50K - $60K per year
Posted
1d ago
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The Aquarist or Senior Aquarist will manage the living animal collection and aquarium exhibits, ensuring animal welfare according to Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) standards. This role involves animal husbandry, life support system maintenance, water quality monitoring, recordkeeping, and participating in educational programs for visitors.
The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium is seeking an Aquarist or Senior Aquarist to join a dedicated and creative team that oversees the care and management of its living animal collection and aquarium exhibits. The successful candidate will ensure exceptional animal welfare in accordance with Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) standards, contribute to animal selection, support or contribute to research, and participate in educational experiences offered to visitors.
This is a full-time position with benefits including health insurance, toll reimbursement, and reciprocal admission to other museums and aquariums, among other benefits.
Depending on the experience and skills of the successful candidate, the Museum will fill the position as either Aquarist or Senior Aquarist.
Scope of Work
Strategy for and implementation of animal husbandry, LSS maintenance, and water quality monitoring.
Maintain species-specific care protocols aligned with AZA husbandry guidelines and animal welfare standards.
Contribute to approaches for animal selection, exhibit design, and maintenance with a focus on both animal welfare and guest engagement.
Document animal health, behavior, breeding and life history events; collaborate with veterinary professionals on animal care.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using Species360.
Support conservation, research and breeding initiatives.
Participate in offering ‘’Keeper Chat’’ gallery talks for visitors; collaborate with staff on ideas for new educational programs.
Work with interns and volunteers with supporting roles on animal care, safety procedures, and aquarium operation.
Coordinate with staff and external vendors as needed on aquarium and life support system improvements and repairs.
Participate in emergency response and manage weekend and holiday coverage as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Marine Biology, Zoology, or related field; or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a professional aquarium or zoo.
Knowledge of marine invertebrate husbandry, closed aquatic systems, and aquatic life support operations.
Familiarity with AZA accreditation standards, animal welfare policies, and best practices in zoological institutions.
Proficiency in water quality testing, diagnostics and system troubleshooting.
Excellent communication, organizational, and recordkeeping skills.
Willingness to participate in educational and public-facing programs.
Ability to work positively and energetically in a fast-paced work environment with a small staff that is collaborative, mission-driven, and flexible.
Ability to lift 50 lbs., work in wet environments, and perform physically demanding tasks.
Preferred Qualities
Experience with mollusks.
Working knowledge of Florida marine ecosystems and native species.
Experience contributing to or preparing for AZA accreditation processes.
Updated 1d ago
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3-7 years
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Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium
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Growing team
Location
Sanibel, Florida, United States
The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium is a natural history museum and aquarium with a primary focus on shells, mollusks, marine life, and conservation education. It is a non-profit, educational organization that is accredited by both the American Alliance of Museums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
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Aquarist or Senior Aquarist
Sanibel, Florida, United States • Full Time