Location: Ocean Biogeochemistry and Ecosystems Research Group (OBE), National Oceanography Centre (NOC), Southampton
Description: We are seeking to appoint a Seabed Image Analyst to annotate and analyse seafloor imagery collected as part of the ‘Autonomous Ecological Surveying of the Abyss’ project. This task involves a combination of key skills including taxonomic knowledge of species expected to be found in the N Atlantic ocean on the abyssal seafloor with the added expertise of being able to discern taxon characters from photographs rather than more standard traits that require physical specimens.
You will have knowledge of photogrammetric techniques for translating photos of the seafloor into quantitative ecological data on variables such as density, species composition and body size. A third key skill for this post will be the ability to take annotated data and combine it with data from other sources for statistical analyses and translating those into ecologically meaningful interpretations. The AESA project is creating a very large catalogue of photographs that need timely analysis.
You will not only be expected to conduct seafloor image analysis using the above key skills, but will also be expected to collect new data via going to sea, make sound interpretations of results, and disseminate results through peer-reviewed publications, as well as participation in conferences, workshops and project meetings. You will also interact with PhD and other students, as well as other staff that will but using data annotated by the applicant.
The post is offered as a fixed term appointment for 10.25 months on NERC terms and conditions and the salary will be in the range of £26,180 to £29,410 per annum.
NERC provides benefits that include a RCUK pension scheme and a generous leave scheme offering up to 30 days leave and a further 10.5 Public/privilege days. Opportunities for further training and development are supported.
For further information and to download an application form, please click on the links below.
The closing date for completed application forms is Wednesday 18 July 2012 and it is proposed that interviews will take place on Tuesday 24 July 2012. Please quote reference number NOC 201/12 on all correspondence.
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