Aquaculture biologist jobs in Finland
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.
Aquaculture biologist - Which skills are essential?
The care and maintenance of aquatic biological species.
Collect and analyse data about plants in order to discover their basic aspects such as origin, anatomy, and function.
Carry out tests in a laboratory to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific research and product testing.
Microbiology-Bacteriology is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
Cultivate strategies for aquaculture plans based on reports and research in order to deal with specific fish farm issues. Plan and organise work activities in order to improve aquaculture production and tackle further problems.
The taxonomy or classification of plant life, phylogeny and evolution, anatomy and morphology, and physiology.
Organise and classify records of prepared reports and correspondence related to the performed work and progress records of tasks.
Use specialised equipment such as electron microscope, telemetry, digital imaging analysis, global positioning systems, and computer modelling in studies and analyses of production methodology.
Gain, correct or improve knowledge about phenomena by using scientific methods and techniques, based on empirical or measurable observations.
The structure, characteristics, evolution and interactions of viruses and the diseases they cause.
Collect fish mortality data. Identify causes of mortality and provide solutions .
The study of fish, shellfish or crustacean organisms, categorized into many specialised fields that cover their morphology, physiology, anatomy, behaviour, origins and distribution.
The processes used to prevent pollution: precautions to pollution of the environment, procedures to counter pollution and associated equipment, and possible measures to protect the environment.
Apply scientific methods and techniques to investigate phenomena, by acquiring new knowledge or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.
Forward collected biological samples to the concerned laboratory, following strict procedures related to the labeling and tracking of the information on the samples.
Techniques applied in the different fields of natural science in order to obtain experimental data such as gravimetric analysis, gas chromatography, electronic or thermic methods.
Carry out disease prevention measures for fish, molluscs, and crustaceans for land-based and water-based aquaculture facilities.
Collect data resulting from the application of scientific methods such as test methods, experimental design or measurements.
Implement scientific findings for evidence-based practice, integrating research evidence into decision making by forming a focused clinical question in response to a recognised information need, searching for the most appropriate evidence to meet that need, critically appraising the retrieved evidence, incorporating the evidence into a strategy for action, and evaluating the effects of any decisions and actions taken.
The interactions between the various systems of a cell, the interactions between the different types of genetic material and how these interactions are regulated.
Tissues, cells, and functions of plant and animal organisms and their interdependencies and interactions with each other and the environment.
Assess the impact of biological conditions such as algae and fouling organisms by managing water intakes, catchments and oxygen use.
The science of applying animal anatomy, physiology, ecology, and behaviour in a particular practical context.
The study of how organisms interact and their relation to the ambient environment.
Participate in field research and evaluation of state and private lands and waters.
Protect waters and natural resources and coordinate actions. Work with environmental agencies and resource management personnel.
Biotechnology and polymerase chain reactions for studies in sustainable aquaculture production methods.
Collect and examine fish to evaluate the health of fish stock.
Study captive fish populations to determine survival, growth, and migration.
The study of the form or morphology of fish species.
Measure water quality: temperature, oxygen, salinity, pH, N2, NO2,NH4, CO2, turbidity, chlorophyll. Monitor microbiological water quality.
Comply with policies and institutional regulations to guarantee a safe workplace for employees in fishery and aquaculture operations. Deal with potential risks and dangers by taking appropriate safety measures.
Collect biological specimens, record and summarise biological data for use in technical studies, developing environmental management plans and biological products.
The theoretical methodology used in scientific research involving doing background research, constructing an hypothesis, testing it, analysing data and concluding the results.
Collect and analyse data about animal life in order to discover the basic aspects such as origin, anatomy, and function.
Be aware of the general principles of the concept of bio-security and in particular, the disease prevention rules to be implemented in case of epidemics endangering public health.
Read and comprehend job-related reports, analyse the content of reports and apply findings to daily work operations.
Aquaculture biologist - Which skills are useful but not essential?
Competent use of English; R351refers to level C1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Monitor fish mortalities and assess possible causes.
Develop management plans to maintain fisheries and habitat, or restore them when necessary.
Provide training by using online technologies, adapting the learning materials, using e-learning methods and communicating online. Instruct virtual classrooms.
Synthetise and write proposals aiming to solve research problems. Draft the proposal baseline and objectives, the estimated budget, risks and impact. Document the advances and new developments on the relevant subject and field of study.
Communicate transparent instructions. Ensure that messages are understood and followed correctly.
Administer treatments to fish, including vaccination of fish by immersion and injection, continually monitoring fish for signs of stress.
Communicate the relevance of and the advances in the area of specialisation to general practice veterinarians and to non-veterinarians.
Adapt communication style to that of the recipient of the message in order to create a rapport.
Master foreign languages to be able to communicate in one or more foreign languages.
Prepare fish treatment facilities to effectively isolate contaminated fish during treatment. Control the application of treatments to avoid contaminating other stock, containers and the wider environment.
The processes which allow the identification and classification of fish.
Develop a plan which lists risks from outdoor factors, such as predators, and pests.
Provide recommendations for the installation and well functioning of hatcheries.
Measure the environmental impact of a company's aquaculture operations. Take into account factors such as quality of the sea and surface water, fish and sea plant habitats and risks regarding the quality of air, odour and noise.
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.
Respect the needs of livestock and apply the regulations regarding animal welfare in the meat and meat products manufacturing sector. Respond correctly to animal issues from unloading until stunning of the animals.
Analyse samples or lesions from farmed aquatic species for professional diagnosis and treatments.
Dispose of chemicals and treatments safely according to site waste management procedures.
The legal boundaries, codes of professional conduct, national and EU regulatory frameworks and legal procedures of working with animals and living organisms, ensuring their welfare and health.
Develop and compile training items and resources according to didactical methods and training needs and using specific types of media.
Prepare health treatment plans to meet specific fish disease requirements.
Collect and preserve larval, fish and mollusc samples or lesions for diagnosis by fish disease specialists.
Discuss proposals and projects with researchers, decide on resources to allocate and whether to move forward with the study.
Conduct ecological and biological research in the field and in controlled conditions, using scientific methods and equipment.
Be familiar with European and National legislation regarding the risk of pollution.
Observe and describe symptoms and lesions of fish, molluscs, and crustaceans. Monitor abnormal fish behaviour in feeding, swimming, and surfacing.
Communicate with and support clients and veterinarians in case of problems. Provide feedback to production and management.
Identify the hazards and evaluate the risks to health and safety in aquaculture facilities.
Communicate with participants in more than one language of the European Union; handle a crisis following guidelines and recognise the importance of proper behaviour in crisis situations.
Create and develop an aquaculture breeding strategy using a variety of techniques; naturally spawned fish eggs, induced spawning of fish eggs, environmental controlled spawning, hormonally regulated fish spawning, broodstock recruitment by genetic selection.
Execute efficient search on the internet in order to gather relevant information and share it with others.
Compose routine reports; identify appropriate forms or documents to record data from manual inspections and/or electronic systems. Write clear observations as required. A written report is usually a summary of readings from the routine performance of the reticulation system.
Screen for deformities in live fish including larvae
Ensure good relations with other animal welfare establishments and agencies.
The security documentation and any security-related communications and information.
Identify and prepare fish condition for the safe application of treatments.
Monitor treated fish to evaluate the effect of treatments.
The set of rules that apply in fish harvesting methods which ensure fish well-being.
Conduct interviews of suspects and witnesses in relation to cases of alleged breach of animal related legislation.
Compose work-related reports that support effective relationship management and a high standard of documentation and record keeping. Write and present results and conclusions in a clear and intelligible way so they are comprehensible to a non-expert audience.
Identify risk and apply a risk management process, e.g. hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP).
Provide accurate information to maintain records of treatments applied.
Develop a management plan to reduce the risks from pests, predators and diseases. Supervise implementation of plan, especially disease prevention measures, throughout the aquaculture facility.
Synchronise activities and responsibilities of the operational staff to ensure that the resources of an organisation are used most efficiently in pursuit of the specified objectives.
Prepare charts and graphs in order to present data in a visual manner.
Monitor animal health and welfare management and husbandry, and analyse risk factors in relation to animal health, disease and welfare status.
Produce research documents or give presentations to report the results of a conducted research and analysis project, indicating the analysis procedures and methods which led to the results, as well as potential interpretations of the results.
Collect fish and shellfish samples for diagnosis by fish diseases specialists.
Examine the extent of the damage and consequences when an incident causes pollution, and report it to the relevant institution following pollution reporting procedures.
Liaise via telephone by making and answering calls in a timely, professional and polite manner.
Identify the symptoms of fish diseases. Apply appropriate measures to treat or eliminate diagnosed conditions.
Prepare and provide information to individuals or groups of people on how to promote the health and well-being of animals, and how risks to animal health and welfare may be reduced. Provide recommendations for corrective actions.
Search for improvements and present innovative solutions, creativity and alternative thinking to develop new technologies, methods or ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
Provide on-site training in aquaculture facilities, through instruction and demonstration of skills. Provide, implement and supervise a training development plan.