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[What the role is] Research Executive [What you will be working on] • Identify fish parasites and optimize parasite isolation and culturing techniques. • Investigate and characterize the life cycle of fish parasites, including conducting time-point sample collection and analysis. • Perform fish husbandry activities, including the maintenance of experimental fish groups and parasite cultures. • Support project procurement activities, including liaising with vendors, preparing purchase requests, and managing laboratory consumables and equipment. • Plan and conduct experiments in collaboration with the project team and external collaborators and prepare progress reports for regular project meetings. • Supervise and mentor student interns involved in the research project, providing technical guidance and training. • Maintain proper experimental records and ensure compliance with laboratory safety and institutional protocols. • Perform any other research related duties assigned by the Principal Investigator or project team. [What we are looking for] • Qualification in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Aquaculture, Veterinary Science, or a related life sciences discipline. • Hands-on experience in fish husbandry, including fish parasite identification, isolation, and culturing techniques. • Experience in parasitology research and molecular biology techniques will be an advantage. • Prior experience in animal cell culture, particularly fish primary cell culture, is preferred. Candidates with relevant laboratory experience and a willingness to learn will also be considered. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively and as part of a multidisciplinary research team. • Good organizational, planning, and multitasking skills, with a strong sense of responsibility and commitment to meeting project deadlines. • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze, interpret, and present scientific data. • Self-motivated, adaptable, and enthusiastic about learning new laboratory techniques and supporting interdisciplinary research projects.