David Santiago Valero

Animal Science/Aquaculture/Looking for Internships

Objective

Animal Science student specialized in aquaculture, seeking internship opportunities across any area of aquaculture science. My academic background covers a broad range of animal production areas, including genetics, nutrition, reproduction, and environmental management. I am eager to translate this knowledge into practical experience within aquaculture farms, laboratories, or research institutions.

Currently, I have hands-on experience working with tilapia and native Colombian ornamental fish in aquaponic systems, as well as applied genetics research in a laboratory setting. My background is primarily in freshwater species; however, I am eager to expand into hatchery management, grow-out operations, and genetics of both freshwater and marine species.

I am particularly interested in working with shrimp, salmon, rainbow trout, and ornamental fish production, as well as working in public and private aquarium environments, both marine and freshwater.

I appreciate the help and any recommendation,

mi contact: dvalerov@unal.edu.co


Skills

  • Proficient in office software tools
  • Conflict resolution
  • Critical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Proactive learning and self motivation
  • Adaptability to work in multiple spaces

Work Experience

Feb 2024 – Apr 2024

Livestock & Animal Management Assistant
MARENGO - Universidad Nacional de Colombia (UNAL)
Bogota, Colombia
Assisted in daily livestock management across multiple species (laying hens, broilers, cattle, pigs and sheep), monitoring animal health, feed intake, and production indicators

Aug 2023 - Dec 2023

Aquaponics Assistant
Sustainable Aquaculture Unit - Universidad Nacional de Colombia (UNAL)
Bogota, Colombia
Monitored and maintained water quality parameters (pH, dissolved oxygen, temperature, ammonia) critical to organism survival and gained practical knowledge in the design and operation of aquaponic systems, managing the biological and mechanical components of the production cycle.

Feb 2026 - Present

Genetic Laboratory Assistant
Animal Morphophysiology and Genetics Laboratory- UNAL
Bogota, Colombia
• Contributing to a genetic study focused on the identification of species-specific genes in an ornamental fish native to Colombia, aimed at assessing its genetic conservation status and characterizing the genetic diversity of wild populations, applying molecular techniques and developing precision and analytical skills to support informed conservation and selection decisions.

Education

January 2020 - Present

Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogota, Colombia - Animal science (Zootecnia)

Publications

None

 

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