Research Technician - Finfish (Oi)

Salary: $16.50 Hourly
Location : Oceanic Institute, HI
Job Type: Staff - Regular Part Time Non-Exempt
Job Number: 02257
Department: OOI, Oceanic Institute - All Departments
Opening Date: 02/15/2024
Closing Date: 3/31/2024 11:59 PM Hawaii
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Description
Job Summary:
The selected candidate will assist, primarily, with the daily tasks of rearing marine animals. These tasks may include (but are not limited to) routine feeding, cleaning tanks and providing a high-level of care to fish and invertebrate populations. Research Technicians may also participate in data collection, record keeping, and other important research tasks, working largely under the supervision of senior staff. Work activities take place largely outdoors and may also involve prolonged exposure to sun and/or inclement weather.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. or B.A. degree in marine science, biology, or related discipline.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Willing and able to work irregular hours, including night shifts and holidays as needed.
• Upon hire, candidate must have reliable personal transportation to facilitate travel between to all HPU worksites and other locations as required by the position. This includes a valid driver's license and a personal vehicle that is legally registered and insured.

Desired Qualifications:

• Work/volunteer experience that demonstrates the candidate's interest in working with aquatic organisms.
• Experience working in a biosecure environment.
• Willing to travel (domestic and international) to support research projects. Valid passport or ability to acquire passport.
• Demonstrated experience living/working in a multicultural environment like Hawaii (e.g. travel or study abroad experience).

Other Qualifications:

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, good record keeping, and ability to work in team environment while handling multiple tasks.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship and relocation allowance is not available for this position.
• Report to work obligations to support the department and may require work during HPU's winter break, if necessary.
• This position may be considered an essential position with report to work obligations depending on the type of emergency, campus closure, or evacuation.
• Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with the Protection of Minors policy.
• Able to work all shifts and extended hours.
• Successful candidate will be able to work in an environment that utilize excellent time and stress management skills.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:
1. Animal Rearing (80%)

• Feeding and daily care of fish and invertebrates, including measurement of water quality parameters.
• Culturing live feeds.
• Maintaining and cleaning tanks, equipment, or other facilities/assets.
• Collection of animal and system performance data. Data entry.
• Assisting with large departmental tasks, such as tagging, stocking/harvesting, and packing/shipping of marine animals.
• Assisting in off-campus projects, including domestic and international travel.

2. Administrative (15%)

• Ordering or assisting with the ordering of feeds and supplies using University provided purchase credit card (to include: responsible for purchase card, reconciling charges for business use only, and safe keeping of card and PIN)

3. Performs other related duties as assigned (5%)

• Actively participates as an effective member of team by completing assigned duties, accepting additional assignments or reassignments.
• Assists with seasonal peaks.

This description is not designed to list all activities, duties or responsibilities which may be required for this job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned at any time.
Hawaii Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable environment in which faculty and staff can excel irrespective of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or any other protected class covered by state and federal law. Hawaii Pacific University encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
We seek talented and energetic people who thrive on challenge and innovation in supporting the mission and values of our university. HPU offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
01
Do you have a B.S. or B.A. degree in marine science, biology, or related discipline?

• Yes
• No

02
Are you willing and able to work irregular hours, including night shifts and holidays as needed?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have reliable personal transportation to facilitate travel between to all HPU worksites and other locations as required by the position. This includes a valid driver's license and a personal vehicle that is legally registered and insured?

• Yes
• No

Required Question