University of Hawaii

Description Title: Experimental Fish Assistant Position Number: CASUAL Hiring Unit: C OF NAT SCI, SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES, SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES Location: UH at Manoa Full Time/Part Time: Part-time Temporary/Permanent: Temporary Other Conditions: Federal funds. Appointment to begin approximately June 1, 2026. Duties and Responsibilities In this laboratory. the primary animal is Astyanax mexicanus, a small tetra native to Texas and Mexico in both epigean (surface-dwelling) and hypogean (cave-dwelling) forms. The ideal candidate has the experience to take care of Astyanax mexicanus, and will be expected to care for the fish and maintain their habitat through daily upkeep. Duties include: Cleaning and maintenance of aquaria Basic animal care (feeding) and monitoring of health and behavior Assistance in breeding fish Maintenance and monitoring of equipment Maintenance and proper treatments for ill fish Behavior assay under the...