Aquaculture & Marine Managing Scientist (Ph.D.)ID2023-1303LocationUS-MA-NatickPracticeEcological and Biological SciencesPosition TypeFull-timeAbout ExponentExponent 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+ Consultants640+ Ph.D.s90+ Disciplines30+ Offices globallyOur OpportunityWe 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 forUnderstanding and interpreting complex aquaculture business dynamics including government regulations, operational performance, environmental monitoring, site infrastructure, and production processesAnalyzing and preparing regulatory documents and reportsStrategic 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 sectorSynthesizing technical information and applying creative and critical thinking to prepare and review reports and technical presentationsDeveloping and maintaining professional status by authoring peer-reviewed publications, and participation in technical conferences and activities of professional societiesManaging projects and working cooperatively on projects with other members of the Practice and interdisciplinary groups from other Exponent practices as appropriateYou will have the following skills and qualificationsPh.D. in Aquaculture, Marine Sciences, Applied Ecology, or another related fieldMinimum of 4 years of professional experience, with at least 2 years of direct consulting experienceKnowledge of coastal and marine ecosystems and hydrodynamicsWorking knowledge of commercial fishing and seafood production practicesStrong understanding of scientific sampling methodologies and the state-of-science on a broad range of aquatic ecosystem, fisheries, wildlife, and water quality issuesExperience with data analysis and statisticsExperience 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 teamsDemonstrated ability in written and oral communicationsStrong commitment to personal developmentNot required but any