About this role
[What the role is] Successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team to implement fish health protocols at the Marine Aquaculture Centre (MAC) and refine culture techniques and animal husbandry practices to improve overall fish health management. [What you will be working on]
• Implement and oversee compliance of existing procedures and protocols regarding fish health and biosecurity at MAC e.g. monitoring, reporting and corrective actions (if necessary). • Improve fish disease diagnostic capability at MAC. This includes the conduct of fish or water sampling and engaging relevant laboratories/ companies for the analysis of samples. • Review requirements and processes to improve MAC’s biosecurity and fish health management • Collaborate with industry stakeholders and academic researchers on fish health R&D • Provide technical advice and service to SFA with regards to fish health management for the industry • Perform other related duties as required for the smooth operation of the MAC
[What we are looking for]
• Veterinary degree, preferably with specialisation in aquatic animal health • Preferably with relevant work experience in aquaculture • Familiar with the Guidelines on the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes set forth by the National Advisory Committee for Laboratory Animal Research (NACLAR) • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Able to collaborate across different teams to complete fish health management projects or actions • Prepared to work on weekends and after office hours when necessary.
Work Location: Marine Aquaculture Centre, 11 St. John’s Island, Singapore 098659