Job Details
JOB SUMMARY:
The Research and Extension Associate in Aquaculture Production will serve as a support person for the Principal Investigator (PI) of Aquaculture Production in the School of Aquaculture at Kentucky State University. This position will conduct research in aquaculture production (70%) and support and participate in extension activities (30%) related to recirculating aquaculture technologies and advanced production techniques.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assist the PI and other supporting staff in designing experiments; mentor, supervise and lead high school, undergraduate and graduate students
- Assist the PI and implement Evans Allen research projects, and externally-funded projects
- The incumbent will conduct collaborative and independent research to help optimize production dynamics and profitability of sustainable aquaculture systems
- Care and feeding of fish and shrimp, monitoring animal health and routine monitoring of water quality parameters, building systems, plumbing, carpentry, and general labor
- Maintain inventory of chemicals, prepare solutions and reagents for use in the laboratory
- Assist in ordering and acquiring animals for experiments, laboratory and husbandry supplies
- Collect and maintain data in proper spreadsheet layout and to perform statistical analysis of data
- Submit peer reviewed manuscripts, give professional presentations, interact with farmers and potential farmers as well as students at cooperating schools
- Assist College of Agriculture faculty and staff in using lab equipment
- Assist the PI and in writing scientific papers and proposals
- Track applications and correspondence of potential graduate students and student progress
- Support and participate in extension/outreach activities related to aquaculture production
- Make farm visits, set up and conduct on-farm demonstrations
- Provide research-based advice and recommendations to aquaculture farmers and producers
- Other related duties as required
Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Demonstrated knowledge of aquatic science
- Practical experience in research
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of experimental design
- Initiative, resourcefulness and punctuality
- Ability to organize a diverse work load
- Analytical ability to include computer skills such as Word, Excel, and similar programs
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with problem-solving expertise are essential.
- Ability to maintain concise and accurate records.
- Must be able to manage multiple projects/priorities.
- Experience in data analysis and scientific writing
- Exhibit professional and personable demeanor.
- Ability to perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
- This position does not have supervisory responsibility.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of a M.S. in in Aquaculture, Biology, Aquatic Science, Environmental Studies or a similar discipline.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
- Research involves daily care and maintenance of multiple saltwater and freshwater recirculation systems. Handling and care of fish and shellfish
- May work in adverse weather conditions or indoors in uncomfortable temperature and water
- Requires strenuous physical work at times; lifting, pushing, and/or pulling required of objects weighing 50 lbs or more.
- Laboratory work environment which requires basic safety precautions
- Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require basic safety precautions
Contact Information
Kentucky State UniversityAndrew Ray
andrew.ray@kysu.edu
1-502-597-8109
http://www.ksuaquaculture.org
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Post Date: 7/1/2024 8:07:47 AM
Closing Date: 7/22/2024 12:00:00 AM