Aquaculture Laboratory Technician

Job Details

As Aquaculture Laboratory Technician for our closed land-based cleantech biosphere farm you will operate and maintain the laboratory in our land-based farms. We implement highest biosecurity and animal welfare standards and strictly adhere to our SOPs. Continuous learning and improvement are part of our DNA. Responsibilities • Responsible to manage all aspects of the laboratory for all microbial components required for the operation of NOVATON’s closed cleantech system. • Experienced in the analysis of all water parameters and support the aquaculture team in conditioning the culture water and maintaining optimal water quality throughout the entire cycle. • Analysis of the microbial community profile, including Total Plate Count and Total Vibrio Count in the culture water and shrimp samples. • Analysis of the plankton population and density in the culture water and the shrimp samples. • Following the highest industry standards and safety regulations is a MUST. • Report all results, observations, as well as analysis and interpretation of findings, including actual and potential disease problems, to Farm Manager. • Consistently record all data and results in specified forms with accuracy and responsibility. • Manage security documents and ensure that all information and data collected is kept safe. • Maintain and calibrate equipment and assist in ordering laboratory supplies. • Ensure that highest biosecurity procedures and all safety guidelines are always followed.

Requirements

Requirements • 4 + years of proven experience as Biology Laboratory Technician in the aquaculture industry. • Experience in operating all laboratory equipment and potentially dangerous substances. • In depth knowledge of preventative measures and laboratory best practices. • Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and database systems. • Ability to work autonomously and under pressure. • Mindset of continuous learning and improvement. • Maintaining highest biosecurity an hygiene standards at all times. • Care for and nurture the shrimps, maintain highest standards in animal welfare. • Availability to include early/night shifts, weekends and/or holidays. Very good interpersonal and communication skills and can work effectively as a part of a diverse team. • Willingness to stay at the farming site. Qualifications • BSc or MSc in Aquaculture, Biology, Marine Biology, Environmental or Life Sciences, etc. • Proficiency in English (B2)

Contact Information

Appy by sending a complete application (CV, motivation letter, diplomas) to: Mrs. Anouck Boillat, info@novaton.com