Job Description

What the role is:You will be part of our team that will contribute to Singapore's aquaculture sector's resilience and growth by developing science-based approach towards the understanding and management of Singapore's aquaculture site environment.This is your opportunity to make a significant impact, not just within the team, but nationally, ensuring the resilience and safety of Singapore's food supply. Join us in this exciting journey to shape the future of Singapore's aquaculture industry.In this role, you will:

• Plan and manage projects that support the sustainable expansion and intensification of aquaculture such as environmental monitoring and management of fish farming sites
• Undertake activities related to aquaculture environmental data collection and interpretation
• Identify knowledge or technology gaps related to monitoring and management of the aquaculture site conditions and develop solutions to address the gaps, including conduct of relevant R&D projects
• Engage local and regional counterparts and specialists to address emerging issues related to the environmental sustainability of the aquaculture industry
• Perform duties as required for the smooth implementation of the aquaculture environmental monitoring and management programmes

Our requirements:

• Strong scientific or research background in aquaculture-related fields such as marine and environmental sciences, aquaculture engineering and digital technologies
• Prior experience working in related fields will be an advantage
• Proficient in computer software applications, good analytical skills and familiar with statistical methods
• Prepared to work on weekends and after office hours when necessary
• Able to work in the office and field/offshore environments, including onboard sea-going vessels
• Team player with good writing, communication and interpersonal skills

Where you are expected to work at:
Techquest, 7 International Business Park, Singapore 609919We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified for the interview.About Singapore Food Agency:The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) is a new Statutory Board formed under the 'Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) to oversee food safety and security. The SFA will serve as the single point of contact for public feedback on food-related issues, and strengthen management of foodborne disease outbreaks to protect public health. The SFA will also facilitate more business-friendly regulations with oversight of all food safety policies and consolidation of food laboratory capabilities to deepen competencies in food diagnostics, and research and development in food safety.

Singapore Food Agency