Research Engineer (Hydrodynamics in Aquaculture)

Job Description

This position focuses on physics-based modelling of hydrodynamics, turbulent mixing, and nutrient transport in fish farms. The research forms part of an interdisciplinary programme integrating hydrodynamics, microbial technologies, and AI-driven lifecycle management for sustainable aquaculture.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop hydrodynamic models of fish cages subjected to waves and currents.
• Simulate turbulence-driven mixing, oxygen distribution, and nutrient/waste transport in aquaculture environments.
• Conduct field measurements in coastal fish farms using instruments such as:
  • ADCP
  • ADV
  • Water quality sensors
  • Underwater cameras
• Analyse and integrate field observations into predictive physical models.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including microbiology and AI researchers within the programme.

Job Requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Master’s degree in:
  • Coastal Engineering
  • Ocean Engineering
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • or a closely related discipline.

Technical Skills & Experience

• Strong background in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and turbulence modelling (e.g. RANS, LES, or equivalent approaches).
• Experience in:
  • environmental flow modelling,
  • hydrodynamics,
  • coastal processes.
• Ability to conduct field measurements and offshore deployments.
• Strong publication record.
• Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary research team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• Prior experience with:
  • aquaculture systems,
  • fish cage hydrodynamics,
  • net-pen flow modelling.