Aquaculture research Work, Jobs in Scotland (with Salaries)

Aquaculture Development Officer
Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Cluster Ltd —Scotland
- Up to £42,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CRM software
- Salesforce
- Analysis skills
- Work from home
Quick apply
14d
Research Fellow
University of Stirling —Stirling
- £38,784 - £46,049 a year
- Part-time
- Doctoral degree
- Writing skills
- University
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
University of Stirling —Stirling
- £38,784 - £46,049 a year
- Part-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Organisational skills
Deputy Head of Events
University of Stirling —Stirling
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- Analysis skills
13d
Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer in Aquatic Health
University of Stirling —Stirling
- £47,389 - £67,468 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Analysis skills
3h
Learning & Teaching Administrator
University of Stirling —Stirling
- £25,178 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Recruiting
- Organisational skills
Lecturer in Law
University of Stirling —Stirling
- £38,784 - £56,535 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Doctoral degree
- Research
Project Support and Finance Administrator
Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Cluster Ltd —Scotland
- Up to £27,600 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- CRM software
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Work from home
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Senior Business Analyst
University of Stirling —Stirling
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- University
- Continuous improvement
7d

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Aquaculture Development Officer

Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Cluster Ltd
Scotland

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Job details

Full-time
Up to £42,000 a year
14 days ago

Benefits

Company pension
Work from home

Qualifications

CRM software
Stakeholder collaboration
Stakeholder liaison
Salesforce
Internal department liaison
Analysis skills
Continuous improvement
Partnership building
Relationship management
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Networking
Communication skills
Project progress tracking

Full job description

THE ROLE

The Aquaculture Development Officer will support the development, coordination, and management of innovative aquaculture projects and partnerships. Reporting to the Principle Officer / CEO, the post holder will:

Build strong relationships across industry, academia, and funding landscapes
Identify development opportunities, emerging themes, and potential collaborative projects
Support project scoping, funding proposals, and early‑stage concept development
Contribute to SAIC’s growing project pipeline and wider innovation strategy
Represent SAIC externally and support the promotion of innovation outcomes
Engage actively with partners to ensure projects deliver measurable impact

This role is suited to an individual with aquaculture knowledge, strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and a proactive, solutions‑driven approach.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Sector Engagement & Partnership Development

Develop and maintain strong relationships with SAIC consortium members and external partners.
Act as a key point of contact for stakeholders seeking collaboration opportunities.
Support the growth of SAIC’s network through events, workshops, and proactive engagement.
Identify opportunities for impactful innovation partnerships.

2. Innovation Development & Opportunity Scoping

Monitor sector trends, challenges, and technological developments.
Identify innovation needs and opportunities that align with SAIC’s strategic priorities.
Horizon‑scan for public and private funding sources suitable for collaborative projects.
Support partners through the development of proposals and project concepts.

3. Project Coordination & Oversight

Support internal colleagues in managing governance and process requirements for projects.
Liaise with the Project Support and Finance teams to ensure accurate documentation and reporting.
Monitor project progress, risks, and operational challenges, escalating where necessary.
Collaborate with partners to identify and resolve issues quickly and effectively.

4. Communication & Knowledge Exchange

Represent SAIC at industry and academic events, meetings, and conferences.
Prepare or contribute to presentations, briefing papers, summaries, and project outputs.
Work alongside SAIC’s Knowledge Exchange and Communications teams to disseminate impact.
Promote SAIC’s activities and showcase successful project outcomes.

5. Contribution to SAIC’s Organisational Development

Support continuous improvement of operational processes and systems.
Contribute to planning and team discussions, offering insights on sector developments.
Uphold and actively demonstrate SAIC’s organisational values: support, agility, integrity, and collaboration.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Degree‑level qualification in aquaculture or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
Minimum two years’ experience in the aquaculture sector, either in industry or research.
Strong understanding of the aquaculture ecosystem, trends, and innovation opportunities.
Proven relationship‑building and stakeholder engagement skills.
Strong communication skills — both written and verbal.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Demonstrated problem‑solving ability with a proactive and flexible approach.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

Existing professional network across aquaculture industry or research institutions.
Experience in innovation, knowledge exchange, or collaborative R&D environments.
Experience developing project proposals or supporting funding applications.
Familiarity with UK or Scottish innovation funding mechanisms.

There is an expectation that work will be undertaken in the UK. This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants require to have existing right to work in the UK.

Pay: Up to £42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Scotland

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