USDA-ARS Fellowship Opportunity in Fish Nutritional Analysis at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education

Description

The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking applications for a fellowship opportunity in fish nutritional analysis at the National Cold Water Marine Aquaculture Center in Franklin, Maine. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Research Project

Atlantic salmon are cultured worldwide to meet increasing demand. New ingredients are needed to enhance production while maintaining product quality. This fellowship will focus on evaluating potential feed ingredients by determining their protein, lipid, fatty acid, and amino acid profiles. Participants will also gain hands-on experience in nutritional analysis methods such as sample preparation, proximate analysis, and astaxanthin analysis. They will learn how to perform fatty acid, amino acid, and particle size analyses to assess ingredient quality and suitability for salmon diets. Understanding how these analytical results influence diet formulation for efficient, high-quality salmon production is another key objective.

Mentor(s)

The mentor for this opportunity is Gary Burr (gary.burr@usda.gov). For inquiries about the research, please contact the mentor.

Anticipated Appointment Start Date

The appointment is expected to start in August 2026, with a flexible start date based on availability.

Appointment Length

The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal contingent on funding availability.

Level of Participation

The appointment is full-time.

Participant Stipend

The participant will receive a monthly stipend of $3,500, with $738.88 for health benefits and a $1,000 dislocation bonus.

Citizenship Requirements

This opportunity is available to U.S. citizens only.

ORISE Information

This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), is not an employment opportunity. Participants do not become employees of USDA, ARS, DOE, or ORISE. Proof of health insurance is required for participation.

Questions

Please visit our Program Website for more information. For application process questions, email ORISE.ARS.Northeast@orau.org and include the reference code for this opportunity.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate should have received a bachelor's degree in a relevant field within the past five years.