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Biologist I

Aquarium of the Bay

Full-time

San Francisco, CA, USA

Posted on Oct 27, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY: The Biologist I position is an entry-level, full-time position in the Animal Care department. They work independently to maintain all aspects of assigned exhibits and holding area tasks including feeding, water quality, animal health monitoring, maintenance and display aesthetics. This position reports to: The Director of Animal Care, Curator. This position supervises: May supervise volunteers. PRIMARY DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Monitor animal health, water quality/environmental parameters, maintenance and display aesthetics of all animal exhibits; manage specific projects (water quality laboratory, food acquisition and preparation, collection and vessel maintenance); design and prepare diets; administer medical treatments; collect live animals; SCUBA dive in displays and for collection; maintain accurate logs; train and supervise volunteers; exercise discretion and independent judgment; work without supervision while completing gallery assignments; interact professionally; assist with planning of animal displays; other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to problem-solve independently; some experience with life support equipment including pumps, filters, sterilizers and oxygen; ability to administer medical treatments; familiarity with basic parameters of water quality and treatment; strong organizational skills; outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written skills; detail oriented; customer service oriented; ability to prepare animal diets. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively before groups and/or individuals. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: Four-year college degree; basic knowledge of fish, terrestrial and invertebrate biology; Open Water SCUBA certification with a minimum of 10 open water dives; aquarium or captive aquatic animal experience preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 100 feet; walking on concrete floors and climbing stairs; intervals outdoors in varying conditions; SCUBA certification and ability to dive in displays and open water; ability to travel by car, boat and air as needed; must have or be able to attain a California Driver’s License; DMV clearance required upon hire. Position Specifics: Full-time, non-exempt; evenings, weekends and holidays may be required; statutory benefits after introductory period. How to Apply: Email resume and cover letter as separate PDF or Word attachments to animalcarehire@bay.org with the subject line “Your Name – Biologist I”. No phone calls, please.

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