Aquaculture and Fisheries Scientist

Shrimpl Management Services Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aquaculture technology provider in Melbourne seeks an experienced Aquaculture and Fisheries Scientist to lead applied research and integrate insights into decision-support tools. The ideal candidate has 8-10 years of experience, an MSc or PhD in a relevant field, and a strong background in aquaculture production systems. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $170,000 per annum and sponsorship opportunities.

Benefits

Unique opportunity to work with a global innovator

Leadership role in sustainable seafood production

Multidisciplinary team

Competitive remuneration

Sponsorship and relocation available

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years’ experience in aquaculture or fisheries science.
• Deep knowledge of aquaculture production systems.
• Experience in scientific modelling and applied research.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct applied R&D in aquaculture production systems.
• Develop scientifically validated models integrating multiple data types.
• Lead research partnerships with universities and government agencies.

Skills

Scientific modelling

Statistical analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Environmental monitoring

Cross-sector collaboration

Education

MSc or PhD in Aquaculture, Fisheries Science, or Environmental Science

Tools

GIS

IoT

Remote sensing

Job description

Overview

Aquaculture and Fisheries Scientist (4758754) – Location: Melbourne, Australia. Sector: Science & Research. Salary: $140,000.00 to $170,000.00 per annum. Shrimpl Management Services Pty Ltd is the Australian arm of the global Shrimpl group, a leading aquaculture technology platform delivering end-to-end data, analytics, and finance solutions for shrimp and fish farming industries.

This is a senior, high-impact role responsible for leading applied research in aquaculture and fisheries science. You will work at the intersection of biological performance, ecosystem modelling, and digital monitoring technologies, and help integrate research insights into Shrimpl’s decision-support tools and partner programs. The role will suit someone with deep scientific expertise in aquaculture production systems who thrives in a cross-disciplinary, global innovation environment.

Benefits

• A unique opportunity to work with a global aquatech innovator
• Leadership role shaping the future of sustainable seafood production
• Multidisciplinary team with strong R&D values
• Competitive remuneration with sponsorship and relocation available
• $140,000 - $170,000 + Superannuation (negotiable depending on qualifications and experience)

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct applied R&D in aquaculture production systems (e.g. nutrition, health, water quality, growth modelling).
• Develop scientifically validated models that integrate biological, environmental, and economic data.
• Lead research partnerships with universities, industry, and government agencies.
• Translate research into decision-support tools and product features used by farmers and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior scientists and technical analysts within the R&D team.
• Publish findings and represent Shrimpl at industry and scientific forums.
• Contribute to grant applications, funding proposals, and internal KPIs.
• Ensure all research meets biosafety, ethics, and data governance standards.

Qualifications and experience

• Minimum 8-10 years’ experience in aquaculture, fisheries, or marine/agricultural science, especially in shrimp farms
• MSc or PhD in Aquaculture, Fisheries Science, Environmental Science, or related field
• Deep knowledge of aquaculture systems, nutrition, genetics, or ecosystem management
• Demonstrated experience in scientific modelling, applied research, or digital integration
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, environmental monitoring (e.g., IoT, GIS, or remote sensing)
• Track record of cross-sector collaboration (government, academia, NGOs, or industry)
• Strong communication skills, including scientific writing and stakeholder engagement
• Experience supervising technical teams or mentoring researchers is highly desirable

About Company

Shrimpl Management Services Pty Ltd is the Australian arm of the global Shrimpl group—a leading aquaculture technology platform delivering end-to-end data, analytics, and finance solutions for shrimp and fish farming industries. With active operations across Latin America, Asia, and Africa, our platform enables farmers, feed mills, processors, banks, insurers, and governments to enhance productivity, traceability, and environmental outcomes across various aquaculture species.

We are currently expanding our scientific and technical team in Australia. We are seeking an experienced Aquaculture and Fisheries Scientist to join our mission of advancing sustainable aquaculture through innovation and applied science.

How to apply

Please send your updated CV and a cover letter outlining:

• Your experience in aquaculture or fisheries science
• Any research you\'ve led with measurable impact in industry or policy

Application dates

Applications close: 28 days from the first posting

Salary: $140000-170000

Job Publish: 08-10-2025

Job Expire: 07-11-2025