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Habitat Mapping Specialist - Maternity coverLocation: SouthamptonDivision: Science and Technology (S&T)Group: Ocean BioGeosciencesDuration: 12 monthsSalary: £39,868Ref No: 11466
National Oceanography Centre
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Southampton, UK
Posted on Monday, July 31, 2023
Habitat Mapping Specialist - Maternity cover
National Oceanography Centre, Southampton
Fixed term appointment: 1 year appointment for maternity cover
Full time (37 hours per week)
£39,868 per annum (Band 6)
Who are we?
We are the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) - the UK's centre of excellence for oceanographic sciences. We are a national research organisation, delivering integrated marine science and technology from the coast to the deep ocean.
We are made up of a dynamic and vibrant community whose focus is on improving the world in which we live. Our work is balanced by our strong sense of purpose, values and behaviours and an unwavering commitment to a ‘one NOC’ approach.
We have a rich history dating back to 1949, and our future has never looked more exciting as we aim to be the world’s most innovative oceanographic institution.
About the role
NOC is opening a fixed-term position in the Seafloor & Habitat Mapping team, part of the Seafloor Ecosystems subgroup in the Ocean BioGeosciences Group, for a research scientist with expertise in marine habitat mapping, to cover a period of maternity leave.
The role will be focussed on contributions to existing research projects (e.g. the NERC-funded CLASS programme and its successor, the EU H2020 funded project iAtlantic and the NERC-funded ECOWind ACCELERATE), and will include activities such as participation in the design and delivery of outputs (papers, reports, datasets etc.), research expeditions at sea, compilation and analysis of interdisciplinary quantitative and qualitative datasets (imagery, geophysical, oceanographic), reporting of the findings in publications and conference/workshop presentations, stakeholder communication, student supervision and wider outreach activities. In addition, the successful candidate will also have some time to pursue their own research and develop their professional profile. As part of the development of the successful candidate, there will be opportunities to learn about the planning and development of new research projects.
About you
We are looking for candidates with a PhD in marine biology, earth sciences or environmental/marine sciences, or with equivalent years of experience, preferably in the study of habitat mapping or benthic ecology. You are ready to take on new research topics and progress and deliver project tasks, to progress your research portfolio. You have strong numerical and GIS skills, particularly applied to ecological and spatial problems in the marine environment. You will have experience with image annotation, species distribution modelling and the use of image platforms and marine robotic systems for surveying, and an understanding of acoustic mapping and data processing that underpins habitat mapping. Some of the projects have an extensive group of collaborators and stakeholders, including industry partners, so experience working in such an environment is a plus.
The vision of the team is to develop an integrated approach to the study of marine environments, combining multiple disciplines to increase understanding. We therefore are looking for candidates who can demonstrate a keen interest in multidisciplinary research and who can communicate across disciplines and between research and stakeholders. You will also have a developing track record in scientific publishing and attracting funding, appropriate for your career stage.
Why the NOC?
We offer a generous set of benefits including 28 days annual leave, plus 3.5 local closure days and 8 public bank holidays, and a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan.
We promote an inclusive and supportive environment where our people can meet their full potential.
The NOC is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. There is a guaranteed interview scheme for suitable candidates with a disability and we welcome applications from ethnic minorities currently under-represented. The NOC is an Investors in People organisation.
Location
This position will be based in Southampton. The centre is well connected by public transport and has ample cycle parking in addition to free onsite car-parking.
The NOC has a hybrid working approach where for most positions staff can work from home up to 2 days per week. If you are interested in this position, but require a more flexible working arrangement, please contact the recruitment team using the contact details below.
We can support visa applications where required. For overseas applicants who are willing to move to the UK we may be able to offer financial support with relocation.
Our commitment as an employer
The NOC is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. There is a guaranteed interview scheme for suitable candidates with a disability and we welcome applications from ethnic minorities currently under-represented. The NOC is an Investors in People organisation, and has signed up to the Athena SWAN charter principles to take action to address gender equality.
How to apply:
Before submitting your application please ensure you have reviewed the attached job description and assessment criteria.
Date advert posted: 31/07/2023
Closing date: 18/08/2023. Please note this vacancy may close earlier depending on the number of applicants.
Please note we are not accepting applications via recruitment agencies for this position.
Assessing applications
All applications to the NOC are reviewed by a real-life person, not a computer programme. Attached to our adverts you will find a ‘Candidate Assessment’ document which clearly sets out the criteria against which applications are assessed. Once assessed the strongest candidates will be invited to interview.
If you have been selected for interview we will be in touch to arrange a time and date. If you haven’t been selected for interview we will let you know, although we may not be able to give detailed feedback to every applicant.
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