Scientific Technician Production at Dept. of Forestry Fisheries and the Environment

Tipp Focus (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A company in aquaculture research is seeking a candidate with extensive knowledge and experience in aquaculture research, SOP implementation, and team supervision. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience, relevant educational qualifications, and specific skills in zooplankton and phyto culture. This position is part of a group focused on sustainable aquaculture development in South Africa.

Benefits

Contracting Position

Qualifications

• Three years' experience in aquaculture research in practical and academic environments.
• Experience in designing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Lecturing experience in aquaculture related modules and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Supervising diverse teams including junior staff and students.
• Practical work in live production including phyto and zooplankton culture techniques.
• Managing data and reporting.

Skills

zooplankton culture

phyto

aquaculture

Education

National Diploma / Advanced Diploma Marine Science

BSc Natural Sciences / Aquatic Sciences

SACNASP Registration

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

Desired Past Experience

• Three (3) years' experience in aquaculture research with a focus on both practical and academic environments.
• Proven ability in designing and compiling Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), with experience in training staff and students on their implementation. Demonstrate experience in supervising diverse teams, including Work Integrated Learning Students (WIL), junior staff and Advanced Diploma students.
• Lecturing experience in aquaculture related modules, with involvement in curriculum development.
• Practical experience in live production including both phyto and zooplankton culture techniques.
• Strong background in data management and reporting.

Qualifications

• National Diploma / Advanced Diploma Marine Science
• BSc Natural Sciences / Aquatic Sciences
• SACNASP Registration
• Postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.

Desired Skills

• zooplankton culture
• phyto
• aquaculture

Desired Work Experience

• 5 to 10 years

Desired Qualification Level & Accreditations

• Degree
• South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions

About The Employer

The position is for the Aquaculture Innovation and Technology Development group, which is a part of DFFE's Marine Living Resources/Fisheries/Aquaculture Research domain. It focuses on generating new knowledge, technologies and research to help South Africa's aquaculture sector grow in a sustainable, efficient, and environmentally responsible way.

Employer & Job Benefits

• Contracting Position