PhD
Marine Research Assistant
A PhD Assistant is required to assist with scientific
research on marine mammals in Cardigan Bay, west
The Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre is a non-profit
organisation based in New Quay, west
To learn more, please visit www.cbmwc.org
The Aberystwyth University PhD project is investigating the
use of remote sensing data and imagery for modelling and monitoring large
marine species (whales, dolphins, turtles) over whole sea areas and will be
using a variety of data sources and technologies including data collected by
CBMWC volunteers.
The Research Assistant will be responsible for assisting
CBMWC’s Science Officer with the coordination of on-going research and
training of volunteers as well as assisting with additional activities relating
to CBMWC’s work and the PhD project.
This is a fantastic opportunity for you to learn about
marine species and habitats in the
Essential requirements
·
Be able to commit to the position
for a minimum of five months
·
Minimum of a BSc in a
relevant/related field
·
Be able to assist with coordination
and training of volunteers (data collection and data entry)
·
Demonstrable interest in the marine
environment and marine ecosystems
·
Ability to work as part of a small
team and outdoors in changeable weather conditions
·
Confident in dealing with the
public both face to face and over the telephone
·
Fluency in English
Desirable skills
·
Experience working on small boats
may be beneficial
·
Familiar with MS Office including
Access and word processing software
·
Knowledge and experience using GIS
software may be beneficial but is not essential.
·
RYA Powerboat license would be
advantageous but is not essential
·
A full
The successful candidate is expected to be independent,
proactive and self-motivated. They must be reliable, conscientious, be able to
work unsupervised and have a mature approach to their work.
You must be available and willing to work up to 8 hours a
days, six days a week and be prepared to work both indoors and in an office
environment. Field work can involve long periods outdoors, in often inclement
Welsh weather. You will also be expected to contribute to all CBMWC activities,
tasks and field work and to attend all training sessions provided.
Accommodation and expense arrangements
This is an unpaid volunteer position but there is basic,
shared accommodation that can be arranged for the successful candidate if they
are from outside the local area (approx £55 per week). You will be responsible
for your own food, travel, accommodation and living expenses.
Please note:
There are plenty of opportunities to gain part time paid work
in the local area to help cover your living expenses and we can assist you with
this.
How to apply
Please email your CV, a cover letter, detailing your
availability and why you are suitable for this position and what you hope to
gain from the experience and the contact details of two references to volunteer@cbmwc.org, with ‘PhD
Research Assistant’ in the subject line.
Postal address:
FAO: Laura Mears
Glanmor Terrace
New Quay
Ceredigion
SA45 9PS
For further information
If you have any questions please email volunteer@cbmwc.org with an appropriate
subject line or call Laura or Sarah on +44 (0)1545 560032.
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Posted on behalf of:
Sarah Perry
Ph.D Candidate, Uses of remote sensing for monitoring large
marine species.
Institue of Geography & Earth Sciences,
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Glanmor Terrace
New Quay
Ceredigion
SA45 9PS
West Wales,
Ffon/Phone: 01545 560032
E-bost/E-mail: info@cbmwc.org
Website: www.cbmwc.org
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Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Group, a marine interest group of the Wildlife
Trust of South and
Helping to conserve
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