Research and Extension Associate Aquaculture Production Specialist

5 days ago

Frankfort, Kentucky, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

The Research and Extension Associate in Aquaculture Production will serve as a key 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
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
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

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