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Vanderbilt University

Research Assistant

Nashville, TN · On-site

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

We deploy frontline genetics, transcriptomics, epigenomics, in vivo cellular, molecular, and behavioral approaches in zebrafish and mouse models to uncover innate mechanisms of spinal cord ...

UAB NOVA RENT

ANIMAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST I

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$15.50 - $25.20/hr

Work within a specialized or technical team including, but not limited to, any one of the following: gnotobiotic, "yellow" room husbandry, zebrafish/aquatics, biocontainment, rodent animal health ...

University of Utah

Research Technician

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$9.62 - $16.86/hr

Zebrafish experience is a plus, but not mandatory. Molecular biology experience preferred. Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities ...

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How much do zebrafish jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for zebrafish in the United States is $85,959.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $116,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a zebrafish?

A Zebrafish job typically involves working with zebrafish in scientific research, often in genetics, developmental biology, or drug testing. Researchers use zebrafish as model organisms because of their genetic similarity to humans and their transparent embryos, which allow for easy observation of developmental processes. Responsibilities may include breeding, maintaining fish colonies, conducting experiments, and analyzing data. This role is commonly found in academic, pharmaceutical, and biomedical research settings.

What is the difference between Zebrafish vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectZebrafishLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsBiological sciences background, sometimes specialized in aquatic modelsVaries; often requires a degree in biology, chemistry, or related fields
Work EnvironmentResearch labs focusing on aquatic models, vivariumsGeneral labs across various scientific disciplines
Industry UsagePrimarily in biomedical research, genetics, developmental biologyAcross multiple sectors including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, research

While Zebrafish are specific aquatic models used in research, Laboratory Technicians support various lab functions across industries. Zebrafish roles focus on maintaining and breeding aquatic models, whereas Laboratory Technicians handle broader laboratory tasks. Both require scientific backgrounds but differ in specialization and work environment.

What does a zebrafish researcher do?

Zebrafish researchers are scientists who use zebrafish (Danio rerio) as a model organism to study various biological processes, diseases, and genetics. Their work often involves breeding zebrafish, conducting experiments to understand development, genetics, and disease mechanisms, and analyzing the results to draw conclusions about human health and biology. Because zebrafish share many genetic similarities with humans and have transparent embryos, they are valuable for studying development, drug discovery, and toxicology.

What are common challenges faced by zebrafish researchers in maintaining healthy laboratory colonies?

Zebrafish researchers often encounter challenges in maintaining healthy colonies, such as managing water quality, preventing disease outbreaks, and ensuring proper breeding conditions. Consistent monitoring of pH, temperature, and ammonia levels is essential to avoid stress and mortality among zebrafish. Additionally, researchers must implement strict quarantine and sanitation protocols to minimize the risk of pathogens, and regularly assess breeding strategies to sustain genetically diverse and robust populations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a zebrafish researcher?

To thrive as a Zebrafish researcher, you need a solid background in molecular biology, genetics, and animal handling, typically supported by a degree in biology or related life sciences. Experience with laboratory techniques such as CRISPR, fluorescence microscopy, and zebrafish husbandry systems is essential. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective collaboration are key soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for conducting reliable experiments, maintaining animal welfare standards, and advancing scientific discoveries using zebrafish models.
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Infographic showing various Zebrafish job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, and 31% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $85,959 per year, or $41.3 per hour.

Study Support Technician II - Technical (Aquatics)

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)

Ashburn, VA • On-site

$38K - $38K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Primary Work Address: 19700 Helix Drive, Ashburn, VA, 20147
Current HHMI Employees, click here to apply via your Workday account.
The Howard Hughes Medical Institute's Janelia Research Campus is a pioneering research center in Ashburn, Virginia, where scientists pursue fundamental questions in the life sciences. Our integrated teams of biologists, computational scientists, and tool-builders innovate research practices and technologies to solve biology's deepest mysteries. HHMI launched Janelia in 2006, establishing an intellectually enriching environment for scientists to do creative, collaborative, hands-on work. We share our methods, results, and tools with the scientific community.
About Janelia
Janelia Research Campus is an HHMI research institute built to tackle scientific problems beyond what any single lab or company could sustain. Janelia's next decade centers on two big bets: mapping how a vertebrate brain produces complex behavior, and building "AI-in-the-Loop Discovery," where scientists and AI work together to analyze data, design experiments, and drive discovery at a new scale.
Larval zebrafish and Danionella are key to the first bet. Zebrafish are where Janelia is building the whole-brain imaging pipelines that a viable Danionella platform will depend on, and Danionella - transparent throughout its life - offers a path toward imaging the whole brain of an adult vertebrate during natural, complex behavior, something never before achieved. As this work scales up, Janelia's AAALAC-accredited Vivarium is growing its Aquatics program.
About the Role
This position provides specialized technical services within Janelia's Aquatics program of the Vivarium. These services focus on creating and maintaining genetically modified zebrafish and Danionella colonies in support of Janelia's research program. Working under minimal supervision, provides expertise with hands-on technical procedures to enable and streamline research.
Schedule Requirements: This position is primarily scheduled during standard business hours, with occasional weekend work as needed.
What We Provide
  • An opportunity to broaden research experience in a collaborative environment supporting Janelia's whole-brain vertebrate neuroscience program.
  • A team that believes in continuous learning and cultivates an environment of collaboration.
  • Collaboration with research labs and other shared resources, including Molecular Genomics, Viral Tools, Quantitative Genomics, and other Vivarium teams.

What You'll Do
  • Perform technical procedures to maintain the zebrafish and danionella colonies, including embryo care, setting up and breaking down crosses, and breeding coordination through establishment of a stable transgenic line.
  • Perform reproductive techniques, including embryo microinjections, IVF, recovery of cryopreserved sperm, and female ova expression.
  • Conduct whole animal screening, including fluorescent and/or phenotype screening, dye screening, embryo screening, fin clipping (larval, juvenile, and adult), and sperm collection for PCR.
  • Track each stage of the microinjection process and provide clear handoffs to Aquatics staff and researchers as embryos progress through early development.
  • Maintain transgenic colony records on related data systems, including crossing events, genotyping results, screening observations, injection outcomes, AI-supported screening data, and live-feed culture records that support colony nutrition.
  • Communicate with researchers on breeding colony status, microinjection progress, and other updates as needed.

What You Bring
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in life sciences or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Two years of experience with Aquatic husbandry or laboratory animal care, preferably in a research setting; experience with transgenic colony management is a plus.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform moderate technical procedures, such as proficient microscope use, embryo injection, fin clipping, embryo screening, and cross setup/breakdown.
  • Experience with reproductive techniques such as microinjection, IVF, or related molecular biology methods is a plus.
  • Comfort using database systems for animal recordkeeping.
  • Enthusiastic and self-motivated individual, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and learn tasks quickly.
  • Excellent skills in Microsoft Office.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, rapidly changing team environment to accomplish mutual goals.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to deal effectively with research scientists, laboratory technical staff, administrative staff, management, outside contractors, and vendors.

Physical Requirements:
Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Please Note:
This job description sets forth the job's principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word "may," the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are "essential functions" of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Compensation and Benefits
Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.
Hiring Pay Range
$49,344.34 - $61,680.42
Pay Type:
Annual
The posted range reflects HHMI's good faith estimate of the anticipated hiring salary range for this role at the time of posting. Actual hiring compensation is determined by a candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
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