IMAQUA is looking for a highly motivated and driven candidate to organise and manage the contract research activities, coordinate and supervise the team at our premises in Lochristi, Belgium.
OUR COMPANY
IMAQUA is a spin-off company from Ghent University that provides professional contract research services on shrimp health. We test the effect of products, feed formulations and genetic selection on shrimp resistance to disease, immunity and growth performance. We offer unique combinations of standardized in vivo and in vitro testing models for WSSV, AHPND/EMS and other relevant pathogens.
We offer state-of-the-art testing models and facilities for screening and validating shrimp health products in a cost-effective manner. Our services stand for quality, precision and reliability.
For more information about our company, please consult our website www.imaqua.eu.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Ideal candidate will have following competencies:
TECHNICAL
* Degree in Veterinary Medicine, Bioengineering, Biology or related fields
* At least 3 years of aquaculture experience
* General knowledge on shrimp biology, health, nutrition, RAS and microbiology
* Scientific writing
* Statistics & numerical skills
MANAGERIAL
* Proven people and project management skills
* Driven and energetic team player
* Highly motivated and autonomous
* Strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise and solve problems
* Perfect written and spoken English
* Ability to develop procedures, draft work proposals and reports
* Strong analytical skills
Good to have:
* Advanced knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft office tools, statistic program;
* Odoo experience
* Additional languages
TASKS
Management of contract research trials and related activities:
* Plan, coordinate and execute contract research trials
* Solve issues and escalate complex issues to management
* Liaise with clients and manage client database
* Motivate, coordinate and manage day to day activities of the team
* Develop and enforce research policies and Standard Operating Procedures
* Manage and optimise the workflows
* Oversee and assist the employee training
WE OFFER
* An attractive salary package proportional to performance and responsibilities
* Intensive in-house training and coaching
* A possibility of rapid career development
* Being part of an international team of aquaculture experts at a dynamic company
* Participating in exciting aquaculture research projects
Please send your CV and motivation letter to recruitment-pm032025@imaqua-cro.odoo.com before 28/03/2025.
If you want to discuss the testing possibilities for your specific product, we are at your entire disposal for finding the best solutions for reaching your goals.
Address
ING bank account
IBAN: BE94 3631 5917 4414
SWIFT: BBRU BE BB
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