The National Oceanography Centre (NOC) is the UK's center of excellence for oceanographic sciences. They are a national research organization, delivering integrated marine science and technology from the coast to the deep ocean.
NOC is made up of a dynamic and vibrant community whose focus is on improving the world in which we live. Their work is balanced by our strong sense of purpose, values and behaviors and an unwavering commitment to a ‘one NOC’ approach.
NOC has 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
With an expanding portfolio of scientific work, the Seafloor Ecosystems team at NOC is recruiting to enhance their team working on the abyssal Pacific, focused on the Clarion-Clipperton Zone.
NOC is looking for a researcher in megafaunal ecology to complement their wide-ranging portfolio of benthic ecosystem research from coasts to the deep-sea. The successful applicant will lead research into the environmental impacts of deep-sea mining and the biological response and recovery to disturbance. They will be supported by a very experienced team, with a strong track-record in this area of science. This role will initially be responsible for turning deep-sea images into scientific data, by identifying and annotating individual animals in images of the seafloor. The successful applicant will lead the development of these data into a scientific publication during the first 9 months of the job. After this time, the successful applicant will become integrated into other deep-sea research projects. They will be supported to develop into an independent scientist.
About you
You need to have technical expertise in an area of marine ecology, ideally investigating seafloor ecosystems in the deep ocean. You should have a Ph.D.
At Band 6, you will have a record of internationally peer-reviewed publications ideally including those of high impact to the field. You should have experience of collecting and analyzing ecological datasets and technical proficiency in appropriate methods for this. The role will suit a proactive and motivated person. Experience in computer programming in R and use of GIS is highly advantageous. This role will entail global travel and work at sea. The role will also require interaction with industry, particularly deep-sea mining companies (who fund but cannot influence the work).
Why the NOC?
We offer a generous set of benefits including 30 days annual leave, plus 3.5 local closure days and 8 public bank holidays, and a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan.
Location
This position will be based in Southampton. The center is well connected by public transport and has ample cycle parking in addition to free onsite car-parking.
Salary: £40,444 Per annum (Band 6)
Closing date: April 2, 2024
