Post-Doctoral Researcher; Fish & Crustacean Nutrition The Center for Aquaculture Technologies Canada is seeking an experienced and motivated scientist for a research position in conducting fish and crustacean nutrition research. We are expanding our research team in Prince Edward Island, Canada with a focus on providing R&D support and professional services to the aquaculture industry. To be successful in this position it is necessary for candidates to have a background in applied animal nutrition research. Candidates must have an understanding of the fish nutrition market in general terms and have experience in and be prepared to carry out feed formulation/mixing, husbandry/rearing and research using live fish of multiple species. They must be independent, creative thinkers with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills along with problem-solving expertise are essential.

As part of their research experience, the candidate will be expected to have:

 Participated in the development of the project rationale including the use of literature and research databases to build a project proposal.

 Demonstrated proficiency with study design to test a hypothesis using appropriate and defendable scientific methodology.

 Undertaken training and demonstrate an understanding of the policies and regulations associated with the use of animals in research.

 Worked both independently and as part of a team to achieve a research objective. The successful candidate may be responsible for supervision of interns and aquaculture

 Shown a strong work ethic with the ability to set objectives and deliver results in a timely manner.

 Exhibited an ability to trouble shoot and propose creative solutions to technical problems encountered during the conduct of scientific research.

 Demonstrated an aptitude for communication of scientific results though the publication of articles in peer-reviewed journals and presentation on abstracts at scientific meetings.

 Proven themselves to be good team players with the ability to both supervise and respond well to supervision.

The successful candidate must at minimum have received a thesis-based doctoral degree in a relevant scientific field from an internationally recognized institution. An undergraduate degree/research experience and/or Masters of Science degree in a complimentary field would also be considered an asset. Experience that would be considered an advantage to a candidate for this position would be research experience in support of development of commercial products and research experience in a GLP or other strictly controlled regulatory environment. Please send CV/Resume and provide the contact information for three references to: info@aquatechcenter.com with Fish Nutrition Post-Doc in the subject line.

FeedTech Centre Manager

Center for Aquaculture Technologies, Canada (CAT-C)

Souris, Prince Edward Island

Experienced, capable and passionate about the aquaculture sector? We have an outstanding opportunity for a talented individual to provide leadership at our new, state of the art FeedTech Centre in Souris, PEI. Responsible for the performance of this new $2M investment in the latest feed extrusion technology, the successful candidate will be customer focused, experienced in extrusion technologies, conversant with engineering technology and supply chain / inventory management. As a new business unit within the CATC family, this is an exciting opportunity to have a big impact in a key area of growth for our business, servicing both internal requirements, and an external customer base. Not necessarily from within the Aquaculture sector, but with a proven track record in plant management and extrusion technologies, the successful candidate will be experienced in supply chain management, aware of the relevant regulatory requirements and have strong organizational and planning capabilities. This is an important leadership position within the CATC team with management responsibilities for a small team, scaling with activity. We’re looking for a pragmatic team player, who has a proven track record of delivery, unafraid to get their hands dirty and has the ambition to match our own ambitions.

So what’s the role?

• Supervises and manages the activities / production schedule for the FeedTech business

• Builds strong and productive relationships with the different teams (Nutrition, Facilities & Health) and colleagues across the Center for Aquaculture Technologies network

• Liaises with clients to understand their needs and ensures the faultless delivery of the production process to exceed their expectations

• Provides insight and recommendations on new business opportunities, whilst supporting the delivery of these projects

• Proven problem solving history with a practical and pragmatic approach

• Engages with regulatory agencies and supports corporate visits to the facility

• Work with the QA manager to ensure that all SOPs and related documentation pertaining to CATC accreditations are achieved and maintained

• Other duties as deemed appropriate by line management What we’re looking for: An ambitious and capable manager, not afraid to get their hands dirty or to promote our facility in front of senior client representatives:

• Previous experience in managing an extrusion production facility

• A competent multi-tasker with a tack record of ‘getting things done’

• Ability to supervise and coach staff, building a highly engaged and empowered team

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• A strong attention to detail with an ability to develop well-constructed protocols which meet client objectives

• Good leadership skills and the ability to motivate and develop a strong team is essential

• An ability to effectively interact with colleagues throughout the organization

• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.

• Strong organizational and planning skills are essential

• A willingness to work flexibly to meet the demands of the job

• An awareness of biosecurity and biosafety protocols for ingredient and feed manufacturing (e.g. HACCP)

• Driving license essential

• Reliable, detail-oriented, organized, hard-working, self-motivated and accountable

• Strong project management experience desirable

About the Center for Aquaculture Technologies, Canada (CAT-C)

The Centre for Aquaculture Technologies, Canada, is a young and dynamic contract research organisation that provides feed and nutrition trial capability and advisory services to the global aquaculture sector. Through its recent acquisition by Cuna Del Mar, CAT-C is now poised for a period of sustained growth with an ambition to have several facilities around the globe. This is an exciting opportunity for a capable and experienced individual to provide leadership at the Souris, PEI facility.

For more information please contact: careers@aquatechcenter.com

Mariculture Program Summary

Beacon Development Company (BDC), a subsidiary of King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST) is working in partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture (MEWA) to provide scientific and technical support to the ministry in order to achieve the strategic objectives embodied in the KSA transformation Program 2020 and the Vision 2030 agenda of the Saudi government. The first program to be implemented under the new strategic partnership, as prescribed by MEWA, pertains to national aquaculture development to boost the fisheries production in the Kingdom. This inaugural program is officially titled Program of Studies and Technical Support for the Initiative “Applied Research Support for Enhancing Fisheries Production” (Initiative No. 368), herein referred to simply as Mariculture Program for brevity.

This summary addresses the specified objectives of the Mariculture Program. The overall scope of the program comprises two focal projects and one supporting research module, as mutually agreed between parties. The two focal projects pertain to the development of mariculture technology for new native and non-native fish species and the enhance of feed conversion ratio (FCR) in the culture of the new species as well as two existing species (Asian seabass and gilthead seabream) that are currently under commercial production in Saudi Arabia. The supporting module focuses on determining the mortality and survival rates of the new and existing species under culture conditions. In general, the Mariculture Program aims to:

(i) support the scientific and technical requirements of MEWA in developing and advancing the aquaculture industry in the Kingdom;

(ii) develop economically viable mariculture technologies for two new species to boost the national aquaculture production and seafood self-sufficiency targets based on the achievable outcomes of the program;

(iii) strengthen the partnership between parties through a mutually beneficial collaborative platform that is readily responsive to any arising needs and circumstances of the ministry and the national aquaculture industry that require specific scientific action during the program timeframe;

(iv) develop a technology transfer package for at least two mariculture candidate species based on the consolidated results of the different lab and field trials performed throughout the duration of the program;

(v) assist MEWA in enhancing its administrative capacity and mechanisms in managing and regulating ongoing operations and future investment initiatives in marine aquaculture;

(vi) provide advice and assistance to the ministry by devising a scientifically supported roadmap for future marine aquaculture development in the Kingdom.

Studies undertaken by MEWA concluded that there are many programs required to support the enhancement of productivity and sustainability of aquaculture sector in the Kingdom which include but not to be limited:

First): Measuring environmental capacity for aquaculture locations.

Second): Introducing new economic species for mariculture.

Third): Adopting modern technologies for mariculture systems to enhance productivity.

Fourth): Promoting feed conversion ratio for farmed aquaculture species.

Fifth): Enhancing survival rate for aquaculture in seawater.

Sixth): Developing breeding programs for saltwater fish.

Seventh): Setting developmental strategies to enhance the performance of value- added chain for saltwater fisheries.

An initial priority of the program is in adopting modern technologies for mariculture systems to enhance productivity:

1- Studying how to enhance current aquaculture systems such as floating cages aquaculture.

2- Studying the possibility of adopting new technologies that would achieve sustainability and productivity such as multi- aquaculture system that can combine Integrated Multi Trophic "IMT", Biofloc or other aquaculture technologies, as well as supporting and encouraging use of the same to increase production, reduce operation costs, adopting them on commercial scale and make them available for investors in the Kingdom.

3- Building national capacities and transferring knowledge in adopting new technologies as well as development mechanisms.

4- Organizing workshops on technologies, adapted species, and importance of the same to the sector, environment and investor as well as current and expected outcomes.

Job Profile BDC require an experienced Program Manager to provide technical and operational leadership of the Mariculture program. The position is a full-time role located in BDC’s offices on the KAUST Campus (approx 1hr north of Jeddah). Applicants should exhibit the following attributes:

• Day-to-day leadership of projects and management of technical staff and relationships with support functions (Finance, HR, GIS, procurement).

• Close liaison with colleagues to ensure work is executed on budget, on time and to the required quality. • Attend meetings with key clients to build their level of trust that BDC are not just technically competent

but also have a robust operational plan for execution of current & future projects. • Serve as the point of contact for any operational issues for internal staff, subconsultants / sub-

contractors. • Provide analytical support and generate reports for key performance indicators – red-flagging any

consistent issues of non-compliance and responsible for investigating and deciding in conjunction with the CEO on appropriate responses.

• Review, and if appropriate develop, metrics to support process tracking and decision-making

Application Criteria

• Master’s degree in aquaculture or fisheries sciences (or similar subject). It is anticipated that applicants will possess a higher academic qualification (MSc or PhD) but applicants should understand this is not a research or faculty position and hence commercial nous is equally important to technical expertise.

• Proven history of providing technical advisory services to clients (preferably government or quasi- governmental). The role is not a hands-on farm manager position and therefore it is compulsory that applicants are able to demonstrate strong communication, presentation and project management skills.

• A dynamic mindset and strategic vision are required. The Kingdom has ambitious plans to grow the industry from it’s 2017 output of 60,000 tonnes to 600,000 tonnes by 2030. A proactive attitude to problem-solving and programme management is a pre-requisite.

• Excellent data and system background; extensive experience using office applications • Advanced IT skills; proven experience managing large data sets, conducting time series analysis, and

structuring coherent reports for demanding clients • Excellent communication, presentation, and persuasion skills • Demonstrated customer service skills in a fast-paced environment • Ability to work as part of a dynamic team while demonstrating flexibility, autonomy, and focus on

delivering results while collaborating with several areas of the company • Ability to build strong functional relationships through all levels of the organization.

Mariculture Program Summary

Beacon Development Company (BDC), a subsidiary of King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST) is working in partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture (MEWA) to provide scientific and technical support to the ministry in order to achieve the strategic objectives embodied in the KSA transformation Program 2020 and the Vision 2030 agenda of the Saudi government. The first program to be implemented under the new strategic partnership, as prescribed by MEWA, pertains to national aquaculture development to boost the fisheries production in the Kingdom. This inaugural program is officially titled Program of Studies and Technical Support for the Initiative “Applied Research Support for Enhancing Fisheries Production” (Initiative No. 368), herein referred to simply as Mariculture Program for brevity.

This summary addresses the specified objectives of the Mariculture Program. The overall scope of the program comprises two focal projects and one supporting research module, as mutually agreed between parties. The two focal projects pertain to the development of mariculture technology for new native and non-native fish species and the enhance of feed conversion ratio (FCR) in the culture of the new species as well as two existing species (Asian seabass and gilthead seabream) that are currently under commercial production in Saudi Arabia. The supporting module focuses on determining the mortality and survival rates of the new and existing species under culture conditions. In general, the Mariculture Program aims to:

(i) support the scientific and technical requirements of MEWA in developing and advancing the aquaculture industry in the Kingdom;

(ii) develop economically viable mariculture technologies for two new species to boost the national aquaculture production and seafood self-sufficiency targets based on the achievable outcomes of the program;

(iii) strengthen the partnership between parties through a mutually beneficial collaborative platform that is readily responsive to any arising needs and circumstances of the ministry and the national aquaculture industry that require specific scientific action during the program timeframe;

(iv) develop a technology transfer package for at least two mariculture candidate species based on the consolidated results of the different lab and field trials performed throughout the duration of the program;

(v) assist MEWA in enhancing its administrative capacity and mechanisms in managing and regulating ongoing operations and future investment initiatives in marine aquaculture;

(vi) provide advice and assistance to the ministry by devising a scientifically supported roadmap for future marine aquaculture development in the Kingdom.

Studies undertaken by MEWA concluded that there are many programs required to support the enhancement of productivity and sustainability of aquaculture sector in the Kingdom which include but not to be limited:

First): Measuring environmental capacity for aquaculture locations.

Second): Introducing new economic species for mariculture.

Third): Adopting modern technologies for mariculture systems to enhance productivity.

Fourth): Promoting feed conversion ratio for farmed aquaculture species.

Fifth): Enhancing survival rate for aquaculture in seawater.

Sixth): Developing breeding programs for saltwater fish.

Seventh): Setting developmental strategies to enhance the performance of value- added chain for saltwater fisheries.

An initial priority of the program is in adopting modern technologies for mariculture systems to enhance productivity:

1- Studying how to enhance current aquaculture systems such as floating cages aquaculture.

2- Studying the possibility of adopting new technologies that would achieve sustainability and productivity such as multi- aquaculture system that can combine Integrated Multi Trophic "IMT", Biofloc or other aquaculture technologies, as well as supporting and encouraging use of the same to increase production, reduce operation costs, adopting them on commercial scale and make them available for investors in the Kingdom.

3- Building national capacities and transferring knowledge in adopting new technologies as well as development mechanisms.

4- Organizing workshops on technologies, adapted species, and importance of the same to the sector, environment and investor as well as current and expected outcomes.

Job Profile BDC require an experienced Program Manager to provide technical and operational leadership of the Mariculture program. The position is a full-time role located in BDC’s offices on the KAUST Campus (approx 1hr north of Jeddah). Applicants should exhibit the following attributes:

• Day-to-day leadership of projects and management of technical staff and relationships with support functions (Finance, HR, GIS, procurement).

• Close liaison with colleagues to ensure work is executed on budget, on time and to the required quality. • Attend meetings with key clients to build their level of trust that BDC are not just technically competent

but also have a robust operational plan for execution of current & future projects. • Serve as the point of contact for any operational issues for internal staff, subconsultants / sub-

contractors. • Provide analytical support and generate reports for key performance indicators – red-flagging any

consistent issues of non-compliance and responsible for investigating and deciding in conjunction with the CEO on appropriate responses.

• Review, and if appropriate develop, metrics to support process tracking and decision-making

Application Criteria

• Master’s degree in aquaculture or fisheries sciences (or similar subject). It is anticipated that applicants will possess a higher academic qualification (MSc or PhD) but applicants should understand this is not a research or faculty position and hence commercial nous is equally important to technical expertise.

• Proven history of providing technical advisory services to clients (preferably government or quasi- governmental). The role is not a hands-on farm manager position and therefore it is compulsory that applicants are able to demonstrate strong communication, presentation and project management skills.

• A dynamic mindset and strategic vision are required. The Kingdom has ambitious plans to grow the industry from it’s 2017 output of 60,000 tonnes to 600,000 tonnes by 2030. A proactive attitude to problem-solving and programme management is a pre-requisite.

• Excellent data and system background; extensive experience using office applications • Advanced IT skills; proven experience managing large data sets, conducting time series analysis, and

structuring coherent reports for demanding clients • Excellent communication, presentation, and persuasion skills • Demonstrated customer service skills in a fast-paced environment • Ability to work as part of a dynamic team while demonstrating flexibility, autonomy, and focus on

delivering results while collaborating with several areas of the company • Ability to build strong functional relationships through all levels of the organization.