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Exponent Aquaculture & Marine Managing Scientist (Ph.D.) in Bellevue, Washington
Aquaculture & Marine Managing Scientist (Ph.D.) ID 2023-1303 Location US-MA-Natick Practice Ecological and Biological Sciences Position Type Full-time 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. We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our 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 Managing Scientist for our Ecological and Biological Sciences Practice in our Natick, MA office. Position locations in Bellevue, WA, Alexandria, VA, Menlo Park, CA, or Pasadena, CA offices will be considered. 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 Managing projects and 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 4 years of professional experience, with at least 2 years 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