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Scientific Fisheries Observer - Falkland Islands Government
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Posted on Saturday, August 31, 2024
Date for Applications: 22 September 2024
Scientific Fisheries Observer
The Falkland Islands Fishery is recognised globally for its management of sustainable fish stocks. As the single largest contributor to the Falkland Islands’ GDP, the continued success of the Fishery is vital to the future economic development of the country.
The Role
The Natural Resources Department has vacancies for Scientific Fisheries Observer positions for one year in the first instance, with a start date from January 2025. Observers are required to spend periods of up to five weeks at a time at sea to collect biological and other data on fish and bird species, on board vessels fishing primarily in Falkland Island waters.
The Person
The successful applicant will be required to hold at least a BSc or equivalent in a biological or zoological subject or a further degree such as a MSc or PhD in a relevant subject. The successful candidate will also require a Personal Survival Training certificate OR equivalent. A previous experience as a Fisheries observer would be an asset, although other related marine biology experiences will be considered.
We are looking for an individual who is motivated, dynamic and independent. The applicant should have solid marine biology competences (species, sex and maturity identification, otoliths extraction) as well as data handling and report writing skills.