213222 - Pisciculture specialist

Works in the field of fisheries and is responsible for selective breeding and development of fish, aims to improve their growth, health and quality.

Main activities

plans and carries out selective breeding of fish, selects suitable species and genetic variants; 
monitors and evaluates the parameters of growth, nutrition and health of farmed fish; 
oversees the breeding of fish of genetic lines and populations, ensures compliance with breeding rules; 
collects and analyzes data on the results and efficiency of selective breeding; 
cooperates with scientists and other specialists, improves selective breeding methods and results.

Characteristic competences

understand the principles of fish genetics and selective breeding processes; to plan and carry out breeding activities, to achieve the best genetic results; analyze and interpret biometric data related to fish farming; take care of fish welfare and health, apply preventive measures; to communicate with colleagues, scientists and authorities, to achieve common goals.