Singapore Food Agency

SCIENTIST (HATCHERY TECHNOLOGY)

Fixed Terms

Closing on 29 Jan 2026

What the role is

You will be part of our team that will contribute to Singapore’s aquaculture sector's resilience and growth by developing capabilities of local hatcheries in supply of quality fish fingerlings and shrimp post-larvae for local production and conduct of field trials to assess the performance of the fingerlings.

This is your opportunity to make a significant impact, not just within the team, but nationally, ensuring the resilience and safety of Singapore's food supply. Join us in this exciting journey to shape the future of Singapore's aquaculture industry.

What you will be working on

In this role, you will:

Improve hatchery production methods to raise industry’s capability in suppling quality fingerlings for species such as seabass, marine tilapia, snappers and groupers, and shrimp post-larvae for production
Conduct field trials to assess the performance of fingerlings generated from local breeding programs, at varied environments including at both local and overseas farms
Identify cost structures of current aquaculture systems and implement technologies or innovations for production costs optimization
Engage and collaborate with local and regional counterparts and specialists on research and innovation projects to overcome technical issues related to aquaculture production
Provide technical support and training on fish and shrimp husbandry and aquaculture best practices to industry stakeholders
Perform duties as required for the smooth operation of the Marine Aquaculture Centre

What we are looking for

Our requirements:

Knowledge and experience in fish and shrimp husbandry, as well as hatchery production of marine fish fingerlings and shrimp post-larvae, are preferred.
Strong knowledge of aquaculture technologies and best practices
Proficiency in data analysis and research methodologies.
Prepared to work on weekends and after office hours when necessary
Team player with good writing, communication and interpersonal skills
Able to work in the office, field or offshore environments, including onboard sea-going vessels and overseas for projects when required
Fresh graduates from related fields are welcome to apply

Where you are expected to work at:

Marine Aquaculture Centre (St John’s Island)

About your application process

This job is closing on 29 Jan 2026.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Singapore Food Agency or the wider Public Service.

About Singapore Food Agency

The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) is a new Statutory Board formed under the ‘Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) to oversee food safety and security. The SFA will serve as the single point of contact for public feedback on food-related issues, and strengthen management of foodborne disease outbreaks to protect public health. The SFA will also facilitate more business-friendly regulations with oversight of all food safety policies and consolidation of food laboratory capabilities to deepen competencies in food diagnostics, and research and development in food safety.

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