Marine Science Officer

Marine Science Officer

Kings Lynn, Norfolk

£23,166 p.a. inclusive

Full time (37hrs per week)

This position provides an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of the marine science team within a progressive organisation at the forefront of marine management, conservation and enforcement in the UK.

Working as part of a small team, the successful candidate will assist in the development of sustainable inshore fisheries and a protected marine environment within the Authority’s district by providing appropriate expert advice, informed by relevant research and data analysis to produce credible
scientific results in support of management decisions and actions.

The ideal candidate should be:

• Educated to degree level, preferably in a marine science or coastal management discipline.
• Enthusiastic and highly motivated; and demonstrate.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and statistical packages.
• Strong numeracy skills.
• Experience of report writing.
• Ability to analyze scientific data and reports.
• An understanding of marine protected areas (MPAs).
• Experience of MapInfo G.I.S program.
• Ability to work as part of a small team.
• Hands on approach to work.

The position is physically demanding and requires a proportion of time at sea, with occasional overnight assignments. Whilst at sea, candidates will be expected to operate as part of the crew and therefore will be required to obtain an appropriate sea-going medical certificate. Training will be provided where necessary to carry out these duties.

You will need to fill in an application form online, once you have submitted your CV, you will be sent a link to the company website so you apply.

The company is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, or marital status.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 17th March 2017.