2 vacancies for Scientific Officer

Scientific Officer (fixed term appointment)
Scientific Officer (part time maternity cover) 
(2 vacancies)

We are seeking a Scientific Officer (fixed term appointment) and a Scientific Officer (part time maternity cover), who will assist Cornwall Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (IFCA) with the management of inshore fisheries around the coast of Cornwall.  The role holder will join a small scientific team carrying out research and survey work to inform and support the decisions of the Authority. Additionally the role holder will be required to assist in producing Marine Protected Area assessment documents.

You will have a BSc in a marine science discipline and you must be able to demonstrate practical experience of relevant biological/ecological survey techniques.  You will need excellent communication skills – written and oral, and be physically capable of carrying out practical work at sea and on the shore often at unsocial hours and weekends.  You will work as part of a team and after training, be confident of working alone.  Experience in fisheries or marine research and/or management is desirable and you will have knowledge of Cornwall IFCA’s work.  Ideally you will be able to demonstrate experience of using GIS, analytical software packages and an understanding of marine environmental legislation.

On the application form, please indicate which role you are applying for. There is the opportunity to be considered for both.

Position – Scientific Officer (fixed term appointment) 
Location – Hayle
Grade – I
Hours/week – 37
Contract – Fixed term (12 months)
Salary Type – Per year
Working Pattern – Full Time
Salary – £23,238. An additional payment of 5% of the salary is paid for unsocial hours.
Starting – As soon as possible.

Position – Scientific Officer (part time maternity cover) 
Location – Hayle
Grade – I
Hours/week – 22.2
Contract – Fixed Term (12 months)
Salary Type – Per year
Working Pattern – Part time
Salary – £23,238 (pro rata). An additional payment of 5% of the pro rata salary is paid for unsocial hours.
Starting – March 2018.

Closing date – Midnight on 1^st November 2017
Interview dates – 21^st and 22^nd November 2017

To apply please follow this link: https://cornwall.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en_GB&job=000003LR

Source: Marine Biologist Network