Job Openings Scientific Technician Production: "aquaculture environmental monitoring About the job Scientific Technician Production: "aquaculture environmental monitoring Introduction Salary Level:8Contract Duration:3 years contract, renewable on annual basis.Location:Marine Aquaculture Research Facility, Sea Point, WCDuties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Assess environmental suitability for or impacts of aquaculture through water quality data collection, storage, and analysis. Participate in field surveys for water quality and environmental monitoring of aquaculture operations (land- and sea-based sites). Measure water quality in aquaculture systems or environments to support research/animal husbandry Perform water quality analyses and support research projects Manage water quality laboratories. Process scientific data and conduct data analyses Contribute to scientific publications and reports. Strong analytical and data interpretation skills. Experience in laboratory management and quality control. Knowledge of water quality testing techniques and instruments. Ability to conduct environmental impact assessments. Report writing and scientific publication skills. Proficiency in relevant scientific software and tools. Desired Experience & Qualification Minimum Qualifications: National Diploma / Advanced Diploma in Marine Science, BSc in Natural Science or Aquatic Science (or equivalent) Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in environmental monitoring of aquaculture sites or oceanography , including: Water quality measurements (e.g., pH, temp, oxygen, salinity, TDS, etc.) Spectrophotometric analysis of nutrients (Nitrates, Silicates, Phosphates) Chemical analysis of dissolved oxygen, pH, hydrogen sulphide, and chlorophyll Laboratory management, including consumables, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), and equipment maintenance #J-18808-Ljbffr