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SINTEF Fisheries and Aquaculture is looking for talented researchers

SINTEF Fisheries and Aquaculture Ltd is a research institute in the SINTEF group. Our 120 employees cover a wide range of academic backgrounds, and apply their knowledge to the sustainable use of marine resources. The institute finds solutions to challenges along the entire marine value chain, from the biological basis for marine production, through aquaculture and capture fisheries technology to processing and distribution. Today the institute has project activities in the region of 150 million NOK, all of which contribute to an increasingly advanced and technology-driven fisheries and aquaculture industry.

The successful candidates will have an interest and ability to work in multidisciplinary development projects involving close contact with industry. This implies that the candidates are active in identifying challenges and development opportunities, and are able to solve these in cooperation with researchers from a variety of backgrounds, as well as industrial and other partners. A strong academic background (minimum MSc) and good communication skills are therefore necessary. Prior experience of multidisciplinary work, as well as experience from the marine industry is advantageous.

Researcher/ Senior Researcher in automated processes

Norway is intent on becoming a world-leading supplier of seafood. SINTEF wishes to contribute by developing automated solutions for industry, by bringing together research, suppliers and the fisheries and aquaculture industry. You will have the opportunity to do everything from starting up new projects, design, concept development, construction and 3d modeling to publication of scientific results.

Possible application areas include:

• Development and design of technological solutions for effective and automated handling and processing of fish.

• Participate in processes where different technologies are combined to construct automated solutions, for both industrial applications and research.

• Linking industrial demands and possible solutions: driving innovative processes together with clients.

The preferred candidate has a background in mechanical engineering, product development or a relate field, and preferably has industrial experience. Knowledge of SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software is a requirement. The preferred candidate sees considerable opportunities for working in the fisheries and aquaculture industry.

We offer:

● Multidisciplinary, creative and social work environment

● Academic development opportunities and international opportunities

● Competitive salary and flexible working hours

● Good welfare, pension and insurance arrangements

Place of work: Trondheim

Application with CV and copy of diplomas, grades, and certificates is to be submitted online.

Application deadline: 15h February 2012.

If you are interested in this position, please contact:

Research Director Marit Aursand mobile:. +47 482 00 158, marit.aursand@sintef.no

Research Manager Harry Westavik mobile: +47 926 90 216, harry.westavik@sintef.no