Research Assistant

Scallop Bay Shellfish Company • Full-time • Pocasset, Massachusetts, United States • USD $25 / hour • 3w ago

Scallop Bay Shellfish Company (SBSC) is a vertically integrated aquaculture company based in Pocasset and Woods Hole, Massachusetts on Cape Cod.

SBSC is currently seeking a highly motivated research technician, with proficiency in microalgae techniques and lab-based research experience. The candidate will be responsible for conducting research that contributes to our understanding of microalgal biology within the context of commercial aquaculture. The desired candidate will have a strong background in laboratory techniques, proficient in microalgae culture, as well as experience in independently performing lab based research and data analysis. All job functions will occur either at the hatchery in Pocasset or the laboratory in Woods Hole, and job candidate must be able to commute to btoh locations.

Standard tasks:

Conduct laboratory and field research on microalgae species, focusing on their growth, nutritional requirements, and production in bioreactors.
Analyze the biochemical composition of microalgae and assess their potential for scalable production.
Prepare detailed reports and presentations on research findings for both internal stakeholders and external publications.

Preferred qualifications:

A MS or Ph.D. in Microbiology, Marine Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred.
Experience with laboratory techniques such as microscopy, spectrophotometry, and bioreactor production methods is highly desirable.
Proficiency in data analysis and statistical analysis of experimental results.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration and reporting.

The typical work schedule is Monday-Friday 7am-3pm, though this is subject to change seasonally. Depending on the needs of the research plan, work on weekends and/or holidays is required intermittently.

All full time employees are eligible for health and dental 50% company paid, HCA company funded 100%, all Federal holidays, 3 weeks paid vacation, paid sick time, and a competitive salary. Health and dental may start day 1 of full time employment, vacation time accrues based on hours worked.

Part time employees receive paid Federal holidays and a competitive wage.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

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