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Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas)
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See open jobs at Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas).See open jobs similar to "Fisheries Genomics Scientist" Schmidt Marine.The post provides an opportunity to join an internationally respected and dynamic team leading on fisheries science and management advice. The team delivers leading science and advice to both national and international marine management organisations including Defra, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, Regional Fisheries Management Organisations, the International Council for Exploration of the Seas (ICES), and a variety of research projects to assess sustainability and fisheries management plans.
You will develop, lead and delivery novel scientific outcomes to support the sustainable use of marine fisheries and ecosystem resources and to provide scientific advice for fisheries management across coastal and shelf seas ecosystems.
You will be expected to work with national and international scientific and management organisations making a real impact to marine environmental management and policy. Travel, both domestic and overseas, is to be expected with the possibility of participating in field work.
Cefas is proud of a diverse and inclusive work environment, committed to fairness and the promotion of equality of opportunity for all. We know that having a range of experiences, backgrounds, ways of working and thinking, makes us a stronger organisation, better at reflecting the communities we serve. We embrace different views and experiences and value the fresh perspective that people from a variety of circumstances bring to the work we do. We welcome applications from candidates who have not previously worked for the Civil Service, mid- and late-career changers with transferable skills, people from all backgrounds and circumstances regardless of disability, gender, age, ethnicity, LGBT+ identity and socio-economic status.
The main focus of this role is to develop areas of work and provide scientific analyses to deliver science and advisory support on the assessment of marine fish stocks.
You will develop and deliver fisheries assessments including genetic approaches and support fisheries management advice. Duties will include:
The following are essential criteria required for this role and you must be able to demonstrate your skills and experience in the following areas:
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
Application Process
As part of the application process you are asked to provide a CV (job history, qualifications, past skills and experience), a 1000-word personal statement on how you meet the essential criteria as stated in the person specification section, a 250-word statement on how you meet the lead behaviour, Communicating and Influencing.
Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form.
Sift
Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift may be conducted using the lead behaviour, Communicating and Influencing. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift, or progressed straight to assessment/interview.
Interview schedule and details will be confirmed on release of the sift results.
Interview
If successful at application stage, you will be invited to interview where you will be assessed on your previous experience, behaviours, technical skills and strengths. You may also be required to give a presentation. If this is the case, you will receive further information with your invitation.
If scores are equal following interview, an assessment of the lead behaviour, Communicating and Influencing, will be used by the panel.
The interview will be undertaken in person or remotely.
Location
Please be aware that this role will be contractually based at Exeter, Hayle, Lowestoft, Plymouth, Scarborough or Weymouth. The successful candidate is required to carry out all their duties from a UK location, and cannot do so from an overseas location at any time.
Travel and subsistence will not be paid for travel to a base office location.
Blended Working
Cefas operates a blended working policy subject to business need, giving people the flexibility to choose when and where they work and collaborate with others.
Our staff are expected to work from one of the office/lab locations in Lowestoft or Weymouth, as required by their role and business team needs. There is flexibility to split the working week, spending a minimum of one day in the workplace, unless exceptional circumstances apply.
Reserve List
A reserve list may be held for a period of 12 months from which further appointments can be made.
Salary
New entrants to the Civil Service are expected to start on the minimum of the pay band. The internal roles rules apply to existing Civil Servants, i.e. level transfers move on current salary or the pay range minimum, transfers on promotion move to new pay range minimum or receive 10% increase. Either case is determined by whichever is the highest.
Visa Sponsorship Statement
Please take note that Defra does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.
Reasonable Adjustment
If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes.
If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should:
Accessibility
If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section.
Criminal Record Check
If successful and transferring from another Government Department, a criminal record check may be carried out.
Internal Fraud Database Check
Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment.
A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5-year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.
Childcare Vouchers
Any move to Defra from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk
This job is broadly open to the following groups:
This job is no longer accepting applications
See open jobs at Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas).See open jobs similar to "Fisheries Genomics Scientist" Schmidt Marine.