Scientific Research and Technical Services Department

A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is a national scientific services firm supporting maritime activities requiring certification of compliance with environmental regulations as well as collecting data for use by Federal, State, Municipal, and other government agencies along the US coastline.

AIS is seeking an Aquarist to support the Northeast Fisheries Science Center's Woods Hole Science Aquarium.

Primary Function:

The selected candidate will lead daily marine animal care and life support system operations, ensuring high standards of animal health, welfare, and environmental quality. The Aquarist will also support training, public education, and outreach activities, contributing to the Center's mission of promoting ocean literacy and scientific awareness. This position requires schedule flexibility, including weekend and holiday availability, and may involve occasional regional travel.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Deliver animal husbandry services including feeding, care, and health monitoring using NEFSC protocols
• Conduct regular inspections of animal habitats and water quality; remedy deficiencies
• Operate and maintain life support systems, ensuring functionality and cleanliness
• Assist in animal enrichment activities and administer medication as directed
• Provide training to staff and volunteers on animal care standards
• Maintain records on animal health, life support maintenance, and staff activities
• Support veterinary rounds and medical procedures
• Execute acquisition and dispensation plans for the animal collection
• Participate in visitor services including tours, educational presentations, and special events
• Monitor facility issues related to animal health and visitor safety
• Occasionally work weekends, holidays, and flexible hours as needed
• Travel within the region for aquarium-related tasks

Compensation: Candidates will be paid an hourly rate to be negotiated and total compensation will vary depending on candidates' depth of experience. This is a full-time position. AIS benefits package includes health and dental insurance, vacation, sick and holiday benefits.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Biology, Zoology, Biology, or a related field
• Minimum 4 years of full-time experience in animal care, with at least 2 years in marine animal husbandry and aquarium system maintenance
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in aquatic life support systems
• Ability to monitor and improve habitat quality and animal health standards
• Competence in administering medications and assisting with veterinary care
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a government vehicle
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime
• Comfortable working in wet, cool environments with slippery surfaces

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in public presentations and working with marine mammals

Travel:

• Reimbursed at an hourly rate along with compensation for miles accrued on a personal vehicle as well as per diem at the specified Government rate.

Location:

• 166 Water St, Woods Hole, Ma, 02543

Contact:

If you would like to apply for this exciting new opening, please visit our Careers Page to submit the required information:

• Resume
• Cover letter detailing relevant experience.
• 3 professional references (name, email address and phone number)

All documents must be submitted for your application to be considered. If you have any questions pertaining to this opening, please reach out to our Talent Team or call 508-990-9054.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of A.I.S. to recruit, hire, train, promote, transfer and compensate our employees and provide all other conditions of employment including Company sponsored events without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, lawful alien status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

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