Postdoctoral Research Associate I - Spawning Sonoran Suckers

Job Details

The Department of Environmental Science is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate I to develop procedures to induce ripening and spawning of captive Sonoran Sucker broodstock in captivity. This position will develop procedures to hatch eggs and rear fry to fingerling stage. They will also document the processes and present to project sponsors, Arizona Game and Fish and professional aquaculture community.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate multiple recirculating aquaculture systems in a greenhouse.
• Work with students to monitor and adjust water quality parameters in the RAS.
• Develop protocols to induce spawning and rearing of young fish.
• Maintain hatchery system for rotifers and Artemia.
• Document activities and contribute to preparation of reports to project sponsors.
• Contribute to manuscript for publication in professional journal as lead author.

Requirements

• PhD in aquatic biology, fisheries or related field.
• Experience with reproductive biology of fish.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with maintaining live fish and reproducing them in captivity.

Contact Information

Open Until Filled

Contact Information for Candidates

Kevin Fitzsimmons
kevfitz@arizona.edu