Aquaculture & Marine Scientist (Ph.D.)

Exponent Inc. • Full-time • Natick, Massachusetts, United States • 1m ago

About Exponent:

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.

Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!

Key statistics:

950+ Consultants
640+ Ph.D.s
90+ Disciplines
30+ Offices globally

Our Opportunity:

We are currently seeking an Aquaculture & Marine Scientist for our Ecological and Biological Sciences Practice in our Natick, MA office. In this role you will work as part of a team to provide technical support on existing projects and business development efforts in the Ecological & Biological Sciences Practice.

You will be responsible for:

Understanding and interpreting complex aquaculture business dynamics including government regulations, operational performance, environmental monitoring, site infrastructure, and production processes
Analyzing and preparing regulatory documents and reports
Strategic business development and client networking in a team environment with the aim to grow a broad range of science and engineering technical services globally in the aquaculture and seafood sector
Synthesizing technical information and applying creative and critical thinking to prepare and review reports and technical presentations
Developing and maintaining professional status by authoring peer-reviewed publications, and participation in technical conferences and activities of professional societies
Working cooperatively on projects with other members of the Practice and interdisciplinary groups from other Exponent practices as appropriate

You will have the following skills and qualifications:

Ph.D. in Aquaculture, Marine Sciences, Applied Ecology, or another related field
Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience, with at least one (1) year of direct consulting experience
Knowledge of coastal and marine ecosystems and hydrodynamics
Working knowledge of commercial fishing and seafood production practices
Strong understanding of scientific sampling methodologies and the state-of-science on a broad range of aquatic ecosystem, fisheries, wildlife, and water quality issues
Experience with data analysis and statistics
Experience managing tasks and projects of moderate scope and complexity Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects and tasks with competing deadlines, and communicate within multidisciplinary teams
Demonstrated ability in written and oral communications
Strong commitment to personal development
Not required but any of the following experience would be a plus:
Basic understanding of fisheries and seafood traceability, seafood sustainability ratings and certifications, and market- based conservation initiatives
Basic understanding of HACCP plans and food safety programs, including food safety and quality control systems
Understanding of federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations pertinent to fish, wildlife, water quality and related environmental sciences including ESA, NEPA, and Clean Water Act in the U.S. and similar laws and regulations in other countries

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].

Life @ Exponent:

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

Work Environment:

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.

We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite

Compensation:

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Benefits you will enjoy:

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:

https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.

Job Locations: US-MA-Natick