Research Associate 1 (Marine Aquaculture)

Miami, Florida Full Time

Job Details

The Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science at the University of Miami is seeking a Research Associate I position to conduct activities for ongoing Marine Aquaculture research projects.  

  • Duties include:  

  • Feeding organisms (fish and bivalves), cleaning, and general maintenance. 

  • Macroalgae cultivation and maintenance.

  • Data recording and reporting.

  • Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) operation and maintenance.

  • Larval rearing trials: set up, execution, data recording. 

  • Assisting in preparation of progress reports to the funding source.  

  • Assist with capture, transport, acclimation, and management of UMEH broodstock organisms.  

  • Caring for various life stages of multiple marine species (fish, bivalves, micro- and macroalgae) housed at UMEH and in other projects UM is involved with both in the US and abroad.  

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree is required. Minimum of two (2) years experience in marine aquaculture technician work, including marine animal husbandry, live feeds production, and harvesting methods; preferably with marine finfish species such as flounder, cobia, Seriola spp., snapper spp., and/or grouper spp. Minimum of two (2) years experience in bivalve culture, including spawning broodstock, microalgae culture, larval rearing, and growout. Additional experience in macroalgae culture experience preferred. Must have prior experience in marine
aquaculture life support systems design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Provide a
minimum of 3 professional references as part of application.

Contact Information

University of Miami



https://careers.miami.edu/us/en/job/R100092792/Research-Associate-1-Marine-Aquaculture

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Postion is open until filled

Link to Apply: https://umiami.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMCareerStaff/job/Miami-
FL/Research-Associate-1_R100092792

For more information contact:
Dr. John Stieglitz
Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science
University of Miami
4600 Rickenbacker Causeway
Miami, Florida 33149 USA
E-mail (preferred contact): jstieglitz@miami.edu
Office Phone: (305) 421-4303


Post Date: 1/16/2026 8:05:04 AM
Closing Date: 2/20/2026 12:00:00 AM