Job Summary
The Senior Biologist plays a crucial leadership role in overseeing the aquarium’s living collections, ensuring optimal exhibit maintenance, efficient life support system function, and the well-being of the animals. This position emphasizes both mentorship for staff members and the supervision of vital research initiatives while upholding compliance with Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead the management of the living collection within the aquarium.
- Oversee the maintenance of exhibits and operation of life support systems.
- Ensure animal health care and well-being practices are consistently implemented.
- Mentor and guide staff in their professional development.
- Supervise and manage ongoing research projects.
- Maintain compliance with AZA standards and regulations.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a role such as Biologist or Aquarist II.
- A bachelor’s degree in biology or a related discipline is required.
- Must possess SCUBA certification.
- Ability to handle physically demanding tasks in the work environment.
The Florida Aquarium provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
