[SEMCO] Aquarist Fellowships

Wed Oct 4 16:14:15 EDT 2023

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*Aquarist Fellow*

Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium is launching an Aquarist Fellow
program, developed to provide on-the-job training in aquaria sciences and
environmental conservation and education while aiding in the Aquarium’s
daily operations. This fellowship offers the opportunity for participants
to build a foundation for a career in aquaria sciences, marine biology,
and/or environmental education by participating in all aspects of running a
hands-on aquarium and educating the public about the ecology of
Narragansett Bay. We have two, grant-funded, full-time (35-40
hrs./week) 12-month
positions available. Fellow positions will be based out of Save The Bay’s
Hamilton Family Aquarium in Newport, RI.

*Who should apply:*

·       Those with a strong interest in learning about or have background
experience in marine biology, aquaria science, and/or environmental
education.

·       Those looking to gain knowledge, skills, and confidence in all
aspects of aquarium animal care needs including the functioning,
maintenance, and troubleshooting of a closed life support system, the
ethical treatment of specimens within our care, techniques to capture and
release specimens into the wild, and how thoughtful management of specimens
can enhance animal welfare.

·       Those interested in communicating their knowledge and love for the
animals in our collection to guests at the Aquarium.

*Requirements*

   - Work 35-40 hours per week, including one weekend day
   - Successfully completed capstone project with guidance from Save The
   Bay staff
   - Undergo a criminal background check
   - Creative, reliable, and flexible team member
   - Ability to work individually as well as part of a team
   - Able to lift boxes of salt, heavy nets, and buckets of water

*Compensation*

·       This is a 12-month position funded through the Institute for Museum
and Library Services Museums for America grant program (MA-252839-OMS-23).
Salary $30,000, and individual healthcare benefits.

*Application Materials*

·       Please send a letter of interest, resume, and the names of 3
references (at least 2 professional) to Bridget Prescott, Director of
Education bkubis at savebay.org.

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*Bridget Kubis Prescott (she, her, hers)*
*Director of Education *
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