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aquaculture biologist

Aquaculture biologists apply knowledge gained from research about aquatic animals and plant life and their interactions with each other and the environment, in order to improve aquaculture production, prevent animal health and environmental problems and to provide solutions if necessary.

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Description

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

botany ecosystem management laboratory techniques biology aquatic species ecology biosecurity pollution prevention fish biology virology microbiology-bacteriology biotechnology in aquaculture fish anatomy molecular biology scientific research methodology applied zoology

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

assessment of risks and threats cryopreservation aquaponics life sciences fish identification and classification animal welfare legislation habitat restoration fish welfare regulations marine biology pollution legislation

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

conduct research on flora monitor water quality integrate gender dimension in research follow safety precautions in fishery operations develop professional network with researchers and scientists gather experimental data synthesise information apply for research funding manage open publications manage personal professional development collect biological data promote open innovation in research think abstractly draft scientific or academic papers and technical documentation demonstrate disciplinary expertise manage findable accessible interoperable and reusable data promote the transfer of knowledge apply research ethics and scientific integrity principles in research activities conduct fish mortality studies perform field research write scientific publications send samples to laboratory promote the participation of citizens in scientific and research activities increase the impact of science on policy and society operate open source software manage intellectual property rights control aquatic production environment implement scientific decision making in healthcare conserve natural resources speak different languages interact professionally in research and professional environments apply scientific methods evaluate research activities use specialised equipment perform laboratory tests publish academic research communicate with a non-scientific audience manage research data conduct research across disciplines analyse work-related written reports develop aquaculture strategies conduct fish populations studies perform project management mentor individuals inspect fish stock perform scientific research carry out fish disease prevention measures disseminate results to the scientific community conduct research on fauna

OPTIONALOptional competences

screen live fish deformities develop management plans to reduce risks in aquaculture communicate specialised veterinary information prepare fish treatment plan administer treatments to fish apply blended learning use different communication channels seek innovation in current practices apply risk management processes collect fish samples for diagnosis teach in academic or vocational contexts diagnose aquatic animals disease symptoms develop aquaculture breeding strategies preserve fish samples for diagnosis ensure animal welfare in slaughtering practices write work-related reports analyse fish samples for diagnosis conduct ecological research coordinate operational activities prepare visual data provide advice to hatcheries communicate technicalities with clients deliver online training prepare fish treatment facilities inspect animal welfare management report analysis results monitor treated fish monitor fish mortality rates monitor fish health status write research proposals dispose of chemicals create training materials treat fish diseases interview parties in relation to animal welfare investigations provide on-site training in aquaculture facilities advise on animal welfare develop fish health and welfare management plans write routine reports maintain relationships with animal welfare establishments maintain aquaculture treatment records discuss research proposals report pollution incidents identify risks in aquaculture facilities assess environmental impact in aquaculture operations

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)