PDRA in Seaweed Resource Policy & Management (D37/23.EC)
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PDRA in Seaweed Resource Policy & Management (D37/23.EC)
Company: [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]
Location: Oban
Contract Type: Fixed Term (24 months)
Working Pattern: Full Time (37hrs per week)
Salary: £29,915.19 - £33,647.14 per annum
Closing Date: Monday 26th February 2024
The Role
- Identifying key gaps in global policies and legislation to support climate resilience and biodiversity in wild seaweed populations.
- Understanding knowledge, attitude and practices of indigenous peoples and local communities (IPLCs), primarily in Malaysia, regarding management and conservation of wild seaweed.
- Devising new innovative seaweed cultivation/management practices to enhance biodiversity in conjunction with Malaysian researchers.
- Assessing scalability, social acceptability, and economic viability of new management practices in developing countries in SE Asia.
Our Ideal Candidate
Must have a PhD in an agri- or marine plant/seaweed research area or related field and have published in high impact scientific journals. Some experience in policy analysis is helpful. Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working with researchers from other cultures. Willingness to attend international project meetings (Malaysia, Canada, France) and a short research trip (~3 weeks) to Malaysia is essential.
Candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should read Home Office guidance before applying.
Employee Benefits
SAMS offers a generous salary and pension as well as employee benefits package. We also have supportive policies to assist absence, family and other leave types.
How to Apply
Applications must include CV and Cover Letter and be sent electronically to [contact hidden] quoting Job Ref 'D37/23.EC' in the subject heading. For queries, contact Prof Elizabeth Cottier-Cook at [contact hidden].
Full details can be found here.