Falkland Islands Government
Fisheries Stock Assessment Scientist
£26,106 - £32,166 + 25% Gratuity / 2 year contract / Relocation grant
The Fisheries Department of the Falkland Islands Government invites applications for the post of Fisheries Scientist (stock assessment). This position is vital for the continued development of assessment capabilities of squid and fish stocks within the Department. Candidates should have the ability to apply standard fish stock assessment techniques and develop new approaches. The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the development of fishery management policy on the basis of the assessments.
Candidates should be capable of working as part of a small, dedicated team and be prepared to fill a flexible role, including participation in research cruises Candidates should ideally be qualified to PhD level in an appropriate biological, fisheries or mathematical discipline with at least two years’ experience of fisheries stock assessment or other relevant discipline, such as population dynamics. A high level of competence with computers and modern statistical methods is essential. Experience in one or more of the following areas would be advantageous; mathematical or statistical modelling, fisheries acoustics, spatial statistics, GIS, computer programming or database design.
The contract package includes:
- Fares to and from the Falklands at the beginning and end of contract
- Mid-contract leave return passage
- End of contract gratuity of 25% of salary
- Generous relocation grant
- Education allowance if applicable
For further information, a full job description and an application form, please contact:
Recruitment Officer, Falkland Islands Government Office,Falkland House, 14 Broadway,Westminster, London SW1H 0BHTel: 020 7222 2542 Fax: 020 7222 2375, Email: recruitment@falklands.gov.fk. Completed application forms should be returned to the above address no later than Thursday 5th March 2009. www.falklands.gov.fk
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