Job Description:
To develop and manage approved research projects within the fish care science research portfolio, using previous experience and knowledge.
To resolve any potential problems by learning new and utilizing current solutions within the scope of the fish research area.
To communicate relevant scientific findings to key business and external audiences through written works and oral presentations.
Key Responsibilities
To initiate, gain approval for, resource, manage/lead and report internal and external research projects in fish research portfolio to deliver against the strategic goals of Fishcare.
Communicate research outputs to key internal audiences through internal business reports and verbal communications. Communicate research outputs to external audiences through presentations at scientific meetings and publication in peer reviewed journals.
Act as a subject matter expert providing advice and technical support to the global Petcare business.
Context and Scope
Formulate, design and direct several agreed internal and external research projects in line with the agreed strategic research portfolio, utilising both internal and external expertise.
Develop new methodologies and capabilities alone or in collaboration with others that advance of knowledge of aquatic biology or ecology of animals.
Provide appropriate critical analysis and communication of project results, information and business implications through reports, presentations and publications to senior management, internal units and/or external bodies.
Define, negotiate and supervise appropriate resources for successful implementation of projects.
The job holder must maintain awareness of new developments in the aquatic research arena. It is anticipated that they will provide recommendations on key, relevant issues and/or opportunities based on reviews of all relevant internal and external information/literature, and knowledge from external networks to ensure that the business is informed of current issues and/or opportunities in aquatic sciences.
Job Specifications/Qualifications
1. Education & Professional Qualification
PhD in marine/fish/animal biology, physiology, behaviour, health, welfare, ecology or related biological science with proven relevant experience is required. Experience and knowledge with fish is preferred.
2. Knowledge/Experience
Experience of aquatic species husbandry and handling is preferred.
Experience in designing and managing research projects to answer broad scientific questions. Experience in using statistical packages such as ‘R’.
Outstanding drive for results and organisational skills, with a proven track record in scientific research delivery.
Prior experience of designing and directing the research of others is desirable.
Proven scientific output and the ability to communicate complex science verbally and through written materials, to a variety of audiences including expert and non-technical audiences