Veterinarian/Scientist (Fish Health)

[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