Top 10 Zoologists & botanists Jobs in New York State

Aquarist
City Aquarium LLC —Brooklyn, NY
- $22 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Cleaning
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Rose Postdoctoral Associate-1
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $62,232 - $88,745 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Project management
- University
- Adoption assistance
- Parental leave
Prospect Park Zoo Animal Associate
Wildlife Conservation Society —New York, NY
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Current TB test
- Computer literacy
- Computer skills
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Wild Animal Keeper, Oceans, Wonders: Shark!
Wildlife Conservation Society —New York, NY
- $48,119 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
Assistant Rodentologist, Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services
Agency DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE —Manhattan, NY
- $87,743 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
AMBASSADOR ANIMAL CARE SPECIALIST (PART-TIME)
Buffalo Zoo —Buffalo, NY
- $17.86 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Current TB test
- Heavy lifting
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
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12d
Senior Wild Animal Keeper, Queens Zoo
Wildlife Conservation Society —Queens, NY
- $54,473 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
4d
Provisional Senior Wild Animal Keeper, Central Park Zoo
Wildlife Conservation Society —New York, NY
- $46,875 - $54,473 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Keeper II
Utica Zoological Society —Utica, NY
- $16.91 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Aquarium Marine Freshwater Technician Biologist Aquarist
Under the Sea LLC —Clifton Park, NY
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- No experience needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- On-the-job training
- Flexible schedule
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Aquarist

City Aquarium LLC -
Brooklyn, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$22 - $27 an hour

Benefits

401(k)
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Maintenance work
Equipment troubleshooting
Driver's License
Cleaning
Water quality monitoring

Full Job Description

One of New York City's premier aquarium design & maintenance companies is seeking an experienced Aquarist to join our growing staff. As an Aquarist, you would be responsible for maintaining and cleaning aquariums throughout the five boroughs and beyond.

Ideally, you are one of the following: a knowledgeable hobbyist or a student of Marine Science. This is an intermediate level position, and you will receive a minimum of two weeks of training.

FULL or PART-TIME welcome. We will consider applicants seeking full employment as well as those only interested in working a few weekdays per week. Weekend work is NOT possible.

The job pays hourly, $22 to $27 per hour, the wage being dependent on experience. Other benefits include paid time off and a 401k retirement plan with matching employer contribution after one year of employment.

Aquarist Requirements:

Driver's license
Weekday availability (M-F)
Enthusiasm for aquariums and marine life
Experience caring for aquariums, whether professionally or as a hobbyist
Polite, professional appearance
Hardworking, can-do attitude

Aquarist Responsibilities:

Cleaning and changing water on clients' aquariums
Testing water (chem panels)
Sending daily reports, indicating clients' needs
Recommending aquarium livestock and equipment for clients
Troubleshooting issues, such as disease, faulty equipment, etc.
Caring for our quarantine and reef systems
Remaining on-call one weekend per month

Thanks for your interest, and we look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Paid time off
Retirement plan

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

Can you please summarize your experience caring for aquariums?

Experience:

Aquarium Husbandry: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Brooklyn, NY 11206 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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zoologists & botanists jobs in new york state

Aquarist

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Provisional Senior Wild Animal Keeper, Central Park Zoo

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