Post Status: Fixed Term - 18 months (full-time)
Research Group/Department/School: SAMFHIRES Project, Department of Botany, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin Location: Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin, College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland Reports to: Principal Investigator – Professor S. Waldren Salary: Appointment will be made on Point 1 of the IUA Level 2 Post-doctorate Researcher salary scale i.e. €37,750 gross per annum Closing Date and Time: 12 Noon on 22nd January 2016 Post Summary Impacts of eutrophication on saltmarsh vegetation in Ireland and consequences for ecological assessment under the Water Framework Directive. The School of Natural Sciences, Trinity College Dublin, invites applications for a Research Fellow position, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Research Programme 2014-2020. The position is for a period of 18 months and will commence on 1st March 2016. The project is being undertaken by an academia-industry partnership of Trinity College Dublin and Botanical, Environmental and Conservation (BEC) Consultants. The position comprises work as part of a team on the SAMFHIRES project (Saltmarsh Function and Human Impacts in Relation to Ecological Status). This project seeks to link anthropogenic pressures to changes in saltmarsh communities and investigate the ecosystems services and ecological functions of saltmarshes in Ireland. Areas of investigation include the impacts of grazing livestock and eutrophication on vegetation communities, biodiversity and net primary productivity. By integrating the outputs of this research, SAMFHIRES will refine the tool developed by the recent SMAATIE project (Saltmarsh Angiosperm Assessment Tool for Ireland – see http://erc.epa.ie/safer/iso19115/displayISO19115.jsp?isoID=3055) for the purposes of the Water Framework Directive (WFD) in coastal and transitional waters. The successful applicant will be based within the Botany Department at Trinity College and supervised by Professor Steve Waldren. They will also have access to the facilities (including laboratories) of Trinity’s Centre for the Environment. Resources available at the offices of BEC Consultants, based in Dublin close to Trinity College, will also be made available. The BEC team is co-ordinated by Dr Philip Perrin. Standard duties and Responsibilities of the Post The primary responsibilities of this position will be to research the impacts of eutrophication (e.g. agricultural run-off, wastewater) on saltmarsh vegetation in Ireland and how this may be assessed for the purposes of the Water Framework Directive. This will involve both work in the field and the laboratory. The researcher will also conduct an in-depth review of pressures on saltmarshes in Ireland. Due to the integrated nature of the project the researcher will be required to work closely with other project members and to assist in the field with other aspects of the project. Funding Information The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Research Programme 2014-2020 Person Specification Qualifications 1. PhD in a relevant area of botany, ecology or environmental sciences, obtained by 4/1/2016. 2. Full driving licence. Knowledge & Experience (Essential & Desirable) Essential criteria 1. Experience in saltmarsh ecology including field survey. 2. Experience in laboratory analysis of soil samples. Desirable criteria 1. High quality publications in international peer-reviewed journals. 2. Experience with GIS including mobile mappers. 3. Experience with experimental design. 4. Experience in planning fieldwork. 5. Experience with statistical analysis of vegetation data (e.g. in R). 6. Knowledge of assessment procedures of the Water Framework Directive. Application Procedure Candidates should submit a cover letter together with a full curriculum vitae to include the names and contact details of 3 referees (email addresses if possible) to: Name: Professor Stephen Waldren Title: Principal Investigator Email Address: [email protected] Contact Telephone Number: +353 1 896 2075
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2016 marine, environmental and geography PhD studentships based in the School of Geography and Environmental Sciences at Ulster University: http://www.science.ulster.ac.uk/gradschool/environmental/
Deadline: 26 February 2016 The University's main competition for funding for full-time PhD and MRes for entry in the 2016/17 academic year will open on 18 December 2015 and close on 26 February 2016. Awards are available funded through the Department for Employment and Learning (DEL) and by the University (VCRS). Applications for DEL awards are welcomed from those holding UK/EU residence and for VCRS awards from all international applicants. Information on all research areas and available projects with contact details can be found at the faculty links below. Applicants should be aware that the competition for funded entry is very high and are advised to discuss their application prior to submission with the staff noted within the project description. All applications for studentships will be considered on a competitive basis and with regard to the candidate's qualifications, skills, experience and interests. Type: Full-time / Permanent
Location: Waterloo, London A great opportunity for a beginner to gain experience in a wide range of GIS, data management and application development projects within a charitable organisation setting. More details and application form please follow the link here: http://www.groundwork.org.uk/Sites/london/blogs/geographic-information-systems-officer Closing date for applications: 05/01/2016 Interview date: w/c 14/01/2016
Alternative ways to apply We are seeking a Coastal Process Scientist to join The South West Regional Coastal Monitoring Programme based at the regional office at Plymouth University. The programme extends from Portland Bill in Dorset to Beachley Point on the Welsh border, including the Isles of Scilly. It involves monitoring, recording, data collection and analysis and will assist the long-term prediction of coastal processes. Your main functions will be to manage the collection of contract data and to receive, download, quality assure and analyse the coastal process data within GIS. You will also prepare and maintain appropriate scientific records, review analysed and historical data and carry out scientific reviews of the programme output. Applicants will need a relevant honours degree such as civil or maritime engineering, oceanography, marine science or environmental science. Experience in coastal processes, GIS or GPS surveying is desirable, however full training will be given. The role is on a Career Grade and the salary is dependent on qualifications and experience. For further details see the Job Description Career Grade. The employment package attached to this post includes flexible working hours and an excellent pension scheme. The anticipated start date is March 2016. For an informal discussion please contact Emerald Siggery, Coastal Process Team Leader, on 01752 586155. There are no interview expenses offered for this post. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. To apply: https://www.devonjobs.gov.uk/ Are you an experienced and excellent communicator? Are you well-organised, accurate, pro-active, diligent, dedicated and responsible? Do you have a can-do attitude? Then AquaTT is looking for you.
ORGANISATION BACKGROUND With 23 years of experience, AquaTT has proven itself as an expert at managing European scientific projects, with a strategic focus on knowledge management and transfer, communication, dissemination and training. Over the past five years AquaTT has demonstrated a track record in successfully pursuing, acquiring and managing a significant amount of grants (27 European Commission (EC)-funded projects across the 7th Framework Programme, Horizon 2020, Interreg and Lifelong Learning Programmes), enabling it to build a knowledge-based organisation with key networks among national and European stakeholders. As a result, AquaTT has become one of the most successful organisations in Ireland in securing EC funding. Across its vast network, AquaTT collaborates with more than 250 institutions in more than 40 countries. Research domains in which it currently operates include: Marine, Environment, Water, Health, Climate Change, Energy and Food. Through numerous projects, AquaTT works with Europe’s top researchers for the entirety of each project’s life cycle, from project conception right through to delivery, to ensure positive societal impact. AquaTT has built an experienced and multidisciplinary team of experts from different backgrounds and now we have an opening for an individual that is passionate about science and able to communicate its merits to different audiences. The successful candidate will have excellent writing skills, strong website management and social media experience, and will be able to generate new innovative ideas and content. JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Communications Officer Type: Full-time 18 month contract (initial 6 month probation), available immediately Location: AquaTT’s Dublin city centre office The Communications Officer will assist in the development and implementation of AquaTT’s internal and external communications strategies and delivery of roles in EC-funded scientific projects. The Communications Officer will play an integral role in disseminating the results and significance of EC-funded scientific projects to a diverse range of audiences and partners. This will include maintaining key communication channels as well as generating and editing content across all of AquaTT's activities. To view a full description of the role, responsibilities and desired criteria, please visit: http://aquatt.ie/images/AQUATT/Employment_opportunities/Communications_Officer_AquaTT_Dec_2015.pdf SALARY SCALE Starting salary scale point: €24,000 – €30,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications) + performance related bonus scheme. APPLICATION PROCEDURE Application Deadline: 18th December 2015 @17.00. Interviews will take place in the New Year. Application Requirements: A customised cover letter and CV should be addressed to David Murphy, General Manager and sent electronically to: [email protected] |
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