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The role
We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated scientist with expertise in marine benthic community ecology and biodiversity to lead and contribute to cutting-edge, high-impact research on marine ecosystems. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing our understanding of benthic habitats, species interactions, and biodiversity to understand how and why marine ecosystems respond to environmental change and human pressures, and what determines their potential for adaptation, resilience and sensitivities in different contexts.
About you
The successful candidate will work within the Marine Ecology and Biodiversity science area to help deliver our vision to increase our understanding of variability in biodiversity, community structure and ecological processes at different scales, including biotic and abiotic links with marine ecosystems. This knowledge will be used to better identify, predict and mitigate the consequences of human impacts and climate change and to protect biodiversity, thereby underpinning the maintenance of healthy, diverse, resilient and productive marine ecosystems
Skills Required
- PhD or equivalent experience in Marine Biology, Ecology, or a related field, with a strong focus on marine benthic ecology and biodiversity
- Substantial (15+ years) postdoctoral research experience, with a proven track record of conducting and publishing impactful research in marine benthic ecosystems
- Established international reputation in benthic biodiversity and ecology research
- Expertise in benthic community structure, species interactions, habitat mapping, and biodiversity assessment
- Proficiency in advanced statistical analysis
- Demonstrated success in securing research grants, managing large research projects, and leading complex, interdisciplinary research teams
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a history of publishing in high impact scientific journals
- Experience in science communication, public outreach, and education initiatives is desirable
- Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary teams.
Key deliverables:
Research, Impact and Innovation:
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Design and conduct original and innovative research projects focusing on marine benthic ecology, community structure, biodiversity, and ecosystem interactions.
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Utilize advanced field, laboratory and digital techniques to collect and analyse data on benthic communities, species interactions, and environmental parameters.
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative approaches and solutions to address key ecological and conservation challenges.
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Lead efforts to assess the health and status of marine benthic ecosystems, identify threats, and recommend conservation strategies.
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Provide expert guidance to policymakers, resource managers, and stakeholders to support evidence-based decision-making for the protection and sustainable use of marine benthic habitats.
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Understand and execute the process of impact delivery from science. Work with operational teams to maximise the value of research and collate evidence of non-academic impact to contribute to PML’s international reputation.
Publication, Communication and Outreach:
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Demonstrate a substantial and prolonged track record of high impact publications.
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Present, often by invitation, at national and international conferences to contribute to the scientific community's understanding of marine benthic ecology and biodiversity.
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Communicate research outcomes effectively to diverse audiences, including policymakers, academia, and the general public. Collaborate with operational groups, such as marketing and communications, to maximise reach and ensure impacts are captured.
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Mentor junior researchers, students, and interns, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and skill development.
Leadership, Collaboration and Networking:
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Lead international and national collaborations with academic institutions, governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations, and industry partners to foster research partnerships and leverage resources.
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Lead collaborative initiatives to promote interdisciplinary research.
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Lead and manage large complex teams and projects to successfully deliver excellent science and impact.
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Contribute to internal networks and activity coordination around key challenges through the science to Impact Challenge Areas.
PML has a number of generous employee benefits:
- 30 days annual leave + 2.5 Privilege days
- Principle Science staff are eligible for performance based contribution awards.
- Peer to peer bonus scheme
- Employee Benefits platform
- Free car parking (although our location is excellent for public transport links)
- Flexible working hours scheme
- Company Pension Scheme with up to 10% employer contributions
- Life assurance
- Confidential financial advice
- Cycle to work scheme
- Merit Promotion / Individual Merit Award schemes
- Bonus scheme
- Welfare services
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline
- Staff development – identified through the Performance and Development Review (PDR) process.
To apply please send your CV and a cover letter to careers@pml.ac.uk
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