Fish Scientist
Job Description
Job Purpose
\nTo develop, resource, and manage both internal and external fish care research projects. You
\nwill oversee trial approvals, analyse complex biological data, and translate scientific findings into
\nactionable business insights and peer-reviewed external publications to maintain the company's
\nposition as a global leader in aquatic care.
\nResponsibilities
\n%CF; Project & Trial Management: Initiate, gain formal approvals for, and direct both internal
\nlab-based trials and external collaborative research projects.
\n%CF; Data & Statistical Analysis: Execute rigorous statistical analysis (using packages like
\n'R') on trial data to evaluate fish health, physiology, behavior, and water chemistry
\noutcomes.
\n%CF; Scientific Communication: Write comprehensive internal business reports to guide
\nproduct development pipelines, and author/publish papers in peer-reviewed scientific
\njournals.
\n%CF; Subject Matter Expertise: Provide scientific support and guidance to the broader
\npetcare business, presenting research findings at high-profile external scientific
\nmeetings and conferences.
\n%CF; Resource Coordination: Define, negotiate, and manage the necessary resources,
\ntimelines, and budgets required for successful project execution.
\nAbout You
\n%CF; Education: PhD in Marine Biology, Fish/Animal Biology, Physiology, Welfare, Ecology,
\nor a closely related biological science domain.
\n%CF; Technical Skills: Proven experience in designing and executing scientific trials, paired
\nwith strong statistical analysis capabilities (specifically proficient in 'R').
\n%CF; Project Leadership: Demonstrated track record of executing research projects, handling
\ntrial approval processes, and supporting research workflows for internal teams or
\nexternal partners.
\n%CF; Communication Excellence: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with
\na proven track record of publishing scientific papers and translating complex data for
\nnon-technical stakeholders.
\n%CF;Husbandry Knowledge: Practical experience with aquatic species handling, care, and
\nhusbandry setup is highly preferred.
