Research Scientist - Fish Care

Job Type
Contract/Temporary
Location
Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire
Salary
£30,000.00 - £40,000 per annum
Job Ref
BBBH186546_1785145191
Date Added
July 27th, 2026
Consultant
will leeson

Research Scientist (Fish and aquatic ecology)
Leicestershire (commutable from Leicester, Nottingham and surrounding areas)
Hourly pay - £14.97 - £30.00 (depending on experience)
Temporary contract

SRG is working with a global manufacturer of petcare products, who research and develop new products for their global portfolio. Based in the Leicestershire area, they have recently started hiring for a new member of their lab team. This is a great opportunity for someone who to take their skills and apply them in a research role with world class facilities. Applications encouraged from with a PhD in ecology, aquatic husbandry or people with industrial experience in the field.


Role Description

  • Leading and delivering internal and external fish care research projects aligned with strategic business goals.
  • Designing studies, developing methodologies and building research capability across aquatic biology, ecology and fish health.
  • Managing project resources, timelines and outputs, including coordinating internal teams and external partners.
  • Analysing and interpreting research findings, translating results into clear business implications and recommendations.
  • Communicating scientific outputs through reports, presentations, publications and technical support to internal and external stakeholders.


Requirements

  • Recent experience of aquatic species husbandry and handling
  • Experience in designing and managing research projects
  • Knowledge of statistical analysis such as 'R'
  • A PhD in aquatic ecology or animal husbandry would be extremely beneficial
  • Full right to work in the UK.


If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Will on +44 0161 667 1819 . If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.com to view our other vacancies.

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

Keywords: aquatic, ecology, petcare, husbandry, fish, aquatic ecotoxicology, research, product development, laboratory, lab, statistics, statistical analysis

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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