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SeaSim Research Aquarist
Australian Institute of Marine Science
Townsville, QLD, Australia
Posted on Jun 3, 2026
About this exciting opportunity
The National Sea Simulator Experimental Research Manager contributes to the successful development operation and strategic use of the National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) by providing expert advice, guidance and support to researchers in the design and delivery of experimental marine research. The roles works closely AIMS scientists, external researchers and the broader SeaSim team to ensure research projects are developed in a way that to best utilise the SeaSim’s unique experimental capabilities, infrastructure and technical expertise.
As a subject matter expert, the Experimental Research Manager also:
- Provides high-level advice on the husbandry and maintenance of experimental organisms.
- Leads and implements AIMS activities in the development and optimisation of systems for the propagation, breeding and maintenance of organisms for experimental use undertaken in the SeaSim.
- Oversees the development of new and novel experimental capability to maintain SeaSim’s position as a world leading facility.
- Enhance the international profile of AIMS/SeaSim through world-class peer-reviewed publications and other avenues (e.g. workshops, briefings, media).
- Assists in the process for merit-based access to the SeaSim
The role provides leadership and coordination across key SeaSim functions, including guidance on experimental system design and space allocation, oversight of the water quality program, leadership of the Research Technician team, development of the AIMS Symbiont Lab, and strategic input into husbandry capability.
About you
You will have a postgraduate degree, or equivalent experience, in marine science or a related discipline, together with strong knowledge of marine organism biology, husbandry and experimental use in aquarium-based research. You will bring experience supporting or delivering research or technical projects, ideally in a complex aquarium, aquaculture, research infrastructure or marine experimental facility. You will be able to advise researchers on experimental design, organism maintenance, system requirements and practical project delivery.
You will be a collaborative leader with strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, and a demonstrated ability to foster innovation, technical excellence and a positive team culture. Advanced knowledge of coral biology and ecology, including coral ecophysiology, taxonomy, reproduction and spawning, is highly desirable. Experience in water quality programs, organism propagation, symbiont culture or novel marine experimental methods would also be highly regarded.
Apply now and join a world leading organisation with attractive working conditions. In line with our Enterprise Agreement, the successful candidate will be rewarded with:
- AIMS AOF Level 5 salary ($126,440 to $138,614 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation
- Full-time, Permanent opportunity
- Located in Townsville (Qld)
- 9-day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend each fortnight
- Flexible Work Arrangements considered including hybrid working (where suitable)
- Generous and supportive leave entitlements
- Access to Commuter car fleet arrangements to travel to site (in Townsville only)
- Salary Sacrifice opportunities
- Access to Fitness Passport program, offering discounted membership to selected gyms
- Employee Assistance Program
- Relocation assistance available
Discover more about Working at AIMS | AIMS.
Please note:
Non-Australian Citizens must hold an appropriate Visa with working entitlements that allows paid employment with AIMS from commencement and for the full term of the appointment, depending on the relevant Department of Home Affairs current policies.
Next step:
Further information about this exciting and challenging opportunity is outlined in the Candidate Information Pack which is available to download below. If, after reviewing the position description, which is included in the Candidate Information Pack, you believe that your qualifications, experience and professional capabilities will enable you to successfully the deliver the position responsibilities, we would be very interested in hearing from you.
Further information on the application process and tips for addressing Selection Criteria is available in our website Recruitment process | AIMS.
Submitting your application:
Please ensure that you have your completed documents (selection criteria responses, resume and cover letter) ready to attach to your online application form via our e-recruitment system which can be accessed via the "apply now" button below.
Position enquiries can be directed to Florita Flores, SeaSim Research Aquarist at F.Flores@aims.gov.au. Applications Applications must be made through our website per above.
Applications close: WEDNESDAY, 01 JULY 2026 (11.45PM, AEST).
Attachments:
- 21530 Candidate Information Pack.pdf