Aquarist- Australia and Rainforest

 The National Aquarium is looking for an Aquarist to join the Australia-Rainforest team. Candidates should have an interest and passion for freshwater habitats and the organisms that live within them. Responsible for the care of an exciting freshwater fish collection (including those in our Amazon River Forest exhibits), the successful candidate will be well versed in freshwater fish husbandry, familiar with large life support systems, and be dive certified.

• This position provides assigned specimens with excellent day-to-day care through approved husbandry practices; keeps exhibits, reserve tanks, support equipment, and workspaces well maintained, participates in the acquisition/disposition, transport and acclimation of specimens as well as the training of assigned specimens using positive reinforcement; participates in the design and maintenance of exhibits and reserve tanks, including life support equipment, as assigned. Fully accountable for animals and systems under care in assigned areas.
• Will be primary contact for assigned areas. 

Experience Required

• A bachelor’s degree in biology, or related major, or equivalent work experience, is required, with a minimum of two years’ experience in an aquarium or zoological field with an emphasis on closed aquatic systems required.
• The ability to develop and maintain professional business relationships with co-workers, volunteer staff, interns, and professional colleagues is required.
• The successful candidate will possess competent computer skills and have the ability to accurately utilize all NA software programs including TRACKS.
• Must possess (or have the ability to obtain) a valid Maryland driver's license within 90 days.
• The National Aquarium is committed to diversity and invites individuals who bring a diversity of culture, experience, and ideas to apply.

Perks

• Medical,
• Dental,
• Vision,
• 401(K)
• match and More!