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Purpose of JobSuccessful candidate will be part of adynamic team to implement fish health protocols at the Marine AquacultureCentre (MAC) and refine culture techniques and animal husbandry practices toimprove overall fish health management. Duties· 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 Requirements· 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 LocationMarine Aquaculture Centre, 11 St. John’s Island, Singapore 098659 If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of your job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other job roles with the Singapore Food Agency or the wider Public Service.
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