Field Scientist

Blue Ventures, an award-winning UK-based marine conservation organisation currently has an exciting vacancy for a Field Scientist at our newest expedition  site in  Timor-Leste.  The position is paid, and for a minimum period of 12 months.

This role involves planning, coordinating and participating in all expedition research and community outreach activities carried out on site, under the management and guidance of the Expedition Manager, and contributing to the conservation goals of Blue Ventures and our partners. The role involves working closely with the Conservation Manager and the conservation team in the UK to identify and develop research areas, as well as responsibility for collection and collation of data and the analysis and reporting of research results.

The Field Scientist is also responsible for the development and implementation of the expedition volunteer training programme, teaching and providing assistance to our volunteers. Additional duties are shared by all site staff and include supporting the day to day running of the project, maintaining site rules and regulations, and regular communication with research staff in Timor-Leste and London.