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Kats, Zeeland, Nederland
Onsite
Drive Innovation in Sustainable Aquaculture at The Kingfish Company
About The Kingfish Company
The Kingfish Company is a leading producer of high-quality, sustainably farmed Yellowtail Kingfish (Seriola lalandi) using advanced Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) technology. Operating from our state-of-the-art land-based facility in Kats, the Netherlands, we produce premium seafood with a strong focus on fish welfare, environmental responsibility, and continuous innovation.
As we continue to expand our operations and research capabilities, we are looking for an experienced and driven Applied Aquaculture Researcher to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to the future of sustainable aquaculture through applied research, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a hands-on industrial R&D role where research findings are rapidly translated into commercial production improvements.
You will join a small R&D team consisting of the Innovation Manager, R&D Coordinator, and research interns. You will take ownership of assigned projects while contributing directly to trial execution, data collection, fish assessments, and reporting.
The Role
As an Applied Aquaculture Researcher, you will contribute to a wide range of research and innovation activities across The Kingfish Company’s production cycle. You will independently coordinate assigned projects while also carrying out experimental work. You will work closely with Operations, Quality, Fish Health, Hatchery, and Management teams to translate scientific insights into practical improvements within commercial production.
A key aspect of the role is investigating skeletal deformities and fish quality issues throughout the production cycleand developing strategies to minimize their occurrence. The successful candidate will also contribute to feed trials, breeding programme activities, production optimisation initiatives, and collaborative research projects with external partners.
Key Responsibilities
Working Environment
Due to the nature of working with live animals and ongoing research trials, occasional weekend work or flexible working hours may be required to support experimental activities and ensure animal welfare.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
What We Offer
Impact
Play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable seafood production and contribute directly to innovations within one of the world's most advanced land-based aquaculture operations.
Growth
Work in a highly innovative environment where research findings are rapidly translated into operational improvements.
Collaboration
Join an international team of experts passionate about aquaculture, sustainability, and scientific excellence.
Development
Opportunities for professional growth, training, and collaboration with leading industry and academic partners.
Compensation
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package aligned with your experience and qualifications.
Join Us
If you are passionate about applied research, enjoy solving complex biological challenges, and want to make a meaningful impact on the future of aquaculture, we would love to hear from you.
Join The Kingfish Company and help us drive the next generation of sustainable seafood production.
