Hybrid Experimental Research Assistant, Aquaculture Trials

Ace Aquatec; Dundee; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

33 days annual leave

Death in service 4x salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced parental leave

Birthday day off

Bereavement and sick leave

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Team events

Job summary

Ace Aquatec is seeking an Experimental Research Assistant to join the in-water stunner research team in Dundee. This hands-on role combines fieldwork with rigorous data collection and behavioural observation across aquaculture trials, from early-stage experiments to commercial-scale studies.

You will plan, run and document trials, work with cross-functional teams, and travel to project sites as required. A practical, curious mindset and strong attention to detail are essential, with a

Qualifications

• Experience carrying out experimental trials and collecting robust data.
• Practical fieldwork experience.
• Experience observing/analyzing animal behaviour.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence with technology and ability to learn new research tools.
• Clear communication of scientific observations and findings.
• Collaborative and practical problem-solving approach.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Support and carry out research trials involving aquatic species, including trials to establish parameters for in-water stunning systems, commercial trials and behavioural observation trials.
• Collect accurate, consistent and scientifically rigorous experimental data.
• Undertake behavioural observations and analysis, including video review.
• Identify and highlight trends, observations and findings from experimental work.
• Support analysis and interpretation of research results.
• Contribute to preparation of high-quality internal technical reports.
• Maintain accurate records of experimental methods, observations and results.
• Support preparation and setup of equipment for trials and fieldwork.
• Work collaboratively with Research & Development, Operations and Digital teams.
• Collaborate with external partners, including commercial sites, universities and research institutes.
• Travel to project and trial locations as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Experimental trial experience

Behaviour observation

Data collection

Team collaboration

Driving licence

Technical report writing

Education

APGDipSci, MSc or MRes in Aquaculture or related science

Job description

Ace Aquatec is seeking an Experimental Research Assistant to join the in-water stunner research team in Dundee. This hands-on role combines fieldwork with rigorous data collection and behavioural observation across aquaculture trials, from early-stage experiments to commercial-scale studies.

You will plan, run and document trials, work with cross-functional teams, and travel to project sites as required. A practical, curious mindset and strong attention to detail are essential, with a