What Are We About?

Fleming College respectfully acknowledges that we are situated on Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg lands and territory. Located in the heart of Central Ontario, Fleming College has campus locations in Peterborough, Lindsay, Cobourg and Haliburton. Named for famous Canadian inventor and engineer Sir Sandford Fleming, the college features more than 80 full-time programs in Arts and Heritage, Business, Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences, General Arts and Sciences, Health and Wellness, Community Services, Skilled Trades and Technology, and Continuing Education. Fleming College has more than 8,500 full-time and 445 part-time students, and 95,000 alumni.

What This Position is About:

The position provides technical service by applying specialized knowledge of the CIAP (Center for Innovative Aquaculture Production) Research Facility and is part of a team responsible for the successful day-to- day operation of the facility and fish husbandry. The incumbent performs daily fish culture routines and other procedures that are required for the rearing of healthy organisms. This position will monitor and adjust water quality parameters to ensure optimum water quality and troubleshoots and reports complications related to disease pathogens or system issues that may impact fish health. The incumbent follows established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Animal Use Protocols (AUPs) approved by the Animal Care Committee. The incumbent monitors and ensures all equipment are operating to specifications and maintains records of equipment usage.

The technician monitors and maintains a safe work environment for all staff, students and visitors and may be required to provide support to weekend student fish hatchery workers.

The position may be required to assist with sampling of fish and to ensure accurate data recording to ensure successful research outcomes.

Work Schedules:

This position has been designated as on-campus and is expected on-site 100% of the time.

Temporary opportunity from April to October 2026.

Expected work schedule Wednesday through Saturday.

For More Information:

For a complete job description, please refer to the document found here: CIAP Fish Research Associate Job Description

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What We Are Looking For:

Completion of a two (2) year Diploma in Biology, Aquaculture or similar related field.

A minimum of six months of work experience in research would be an asset, familiar with fish handling and behaviour would be an asset.

CAAT Pension Plan:

We want to help our employees build a secure future for themselves and their loved ones. As an employee, you have access to a defined benefit pension through the CAAT Pension Plan that provides you with a predictable lifetime retirement income, survivor benefits, early retirement options without the stress of managing it yourself and making investment decisions. Explore a career choice with a pension at CAAT Pension Plan.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion and Accessibility:

Fleming College is committed to building diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible learning and working environments. Our mandate is to challenge societal inequities to achieve a cultural climate of inclusion, belonging and psychological safety. We are committed to being a welcoming place for all, where the needs of our diverse populations are met, and varying perspectives enrich our communities.

We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our community including, but not limited to, women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity to apply.

The College provides support in its recruitment processes to all applicants who require accommodation due to a protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including those with disabilities. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process should inform our Human Resources staff what support(s) you may require to ensure your equal participation.

Further information regarding Fleming College¿s Accessibility Policy.

To obtain a copy of this document in another format please e-mail accessibility@flemingcollege.ca.

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