R & D Trials Lead – Aquaculture

Are you a meticulous and driven stockperson looking to develop your career and move to the Scottish Coast? Or are you experienced in Aquaculture and looking for a new challenge?

Based on the West coast of Scotland, our client is a UK leader in sustainable aquaculture. They operate an Agritech UK research and development farm unit and a unique Marine Hatchery, producing Halibut and Wrasse juveniles for the global market.

They are looking for a highly driven individual to become their Research and Development Trials Lead to run their land-based research unit alongside two others. The unit caters for multiple species and focuses on innovation across many aspects of Aquaculture, including nutrition, strain evaluation, fish husbandry and welfare, development of equipment and use of AI.

The successful individual will also join a larger team working on the multi-species commercial hatchery on site. They will be involved in R & D in all elements of the commercial breeding process, from hatchery to deployment, and will gain unique experience alongside experts in the marine species industry.

They are looking for someone open-minded, engaged to learn and with a scientific curiosity adaptable to marine life; prior experience in aquaculture sector is desirable, but not required. A keen eye for detail, pattern recognition skills and a problem-solving attitude are vital.

Couples are also welcome to apply if both are looking for work. Professional training will be provided for all processes and protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reporting to Head of R and D

• Developing, agreeing and implementing protocols for bespoke trials

• Operating trials according to protocol

• Maintaining stability in environmental factors across the unit to ensure integrity of results

• Maintaining high levels of tank and equipment hygiene at all times

• Recording data on all agreed parameters and carrying out interim sampling.

• Assisting in the presentation and evaluation of the data

• Meeting with customers to show case system and results

• Part of the overall team sharing in 24/7 duty rota for the site

• Communicate observations and help find solutions to internal problems

You will have:

• A meticulous eye for detail and a keen problem-solving mind

• Experience working with animals or fisheries

• Curiosity in aquaculture, desire to gain new experiences

• Good stock experience – empathizing with stock to ensure the animal or fish thrive

• A Degree in Sciences/Agriculture/Animal health or related subject

• Desire to live in the West of Scotland in a small highly skilled, international and sociable community

• Desire to take on more responsibility and develop your career within the company

Remunerations:

• Competitive salary depending on experience

• Standard Pension Scheme

• Accommodation on-site or expenses for family accommodation in local area

How do I apply?

For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Rupert Kettle on: 01885 485523 / 07498665961 or e-mail your CV (in word format) and covering letter to rupert.kettle@delacyexecutive.co.uk , thank you.

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