PDRA in Industrial Applications of Biogeochemistry
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ORGANISATION/COMPANYThe Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS)
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RESEARCH FIELDBiological sciences › BiologyEnvironmental science › EcologyEnvironmental science › Water science
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RESEARCHER PROFILEFirst Stage Researcher (R1)Recognised Researcher (R2)
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APPLICATION DEADLINE14/05/2021 23:00 - Europe/London
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LOCATIONUnited Kingdom › Oban
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TYPE OF CONTRACTTemporary
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JOB STATUSFull-time
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HOURS PER WEEK37
OFFER DESCRIPTION
PDRA in Industrial Applications of Biogeochemistry
Location: SAMS Oban
Contract Type: Fixed Term - 52 months
Salary range: £28,331 - £31,866 per annum
Working Pattern: Full Time
Posted Date: 21/04/2021
About us
The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) is Scotland’s largest and oldest independent marine science organisation delivering marine science for a productive and sustainably managed marine environment through innovative research, education and engagement with society.
The ideal candidate
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to carry out research on applied marine benthic biogeochemistry and environmental microbiology to understand how sediment microbial communities and deposit feeding invertebrates interact to process organic matter and how these relationships can be harnessed and manipulated to enhance the bioremediation of aquaculture wastes. This post is part of Dr Robinson’s Future Leader Fellowship and the successful candidate will join her multidisciplinary team to help deliver a step change in how we view the global Nitrogen cycle. The candidate will bring energy, drive and the ability to work at the interface of a range of disciplines.
The role
You will be tasked with the design, delivery analysis and dissemination of a range of experimental work. Working between disciplines you will be responsible for the planning and the day to day delivery of a range of innovative experiments to understand the interactions between sediment chemistry, the microbiome, the trophic ecology of benthic organisms and the way they impact nitrogen cycling in the marine sediments.
Qualifications and experience
You will hold a PhD in an aspect of benthic biogeochemistry, environmental microbiology, marine biology, molecular biology, engineering, marine microbial ecology or aquaculture. More importantly you will have an aptitude that allows you to work across some or all of these disciplines and integrate multiple spheres of knowledge into the understanding of complex systems design.
SAMS is a great learning environment, supported by experienced scientists. This role may be attractive to a PDRA, looking for independence and growth in a supportive environment.
Interested? We would love to hear from you and answer any questions you might have before progressing through the application process. Please contact Dr Georgina Robinson on Georgina.Robinson@sams.ac.uk.
Link to project: https://www.sams.ac.uk/science/projects/nitrofello/
For further information and to apply by covering letter and CV for this position online, go to: www.sams.ac.uk. Alternatively, please send a CV and cover letter to: Human Resources, PDRA NitroFellow (Job Ref. D05/21.GR), the Scottish Association for Marine Science, Oban, Argyll, PA37 1QA or e-mail recruitment@sams.ac.uk
The closing date for receipt of applications is 14th May 2021
SAMS is a registered Scottish charity (SC 009206), has an equal opportunities policy and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
More Information
Offer Requirements
Skills/Qualifications
Essential:
- PhD in an aspect of marine biology, molecular biology, engineering, marine microbial ecology or aquaculture
- Understanding of the global challenges facing agri-food production systems and innovative ideas to deliver solutions to reduce waste and improve sustainability
- Knowledge of sediment biogeochemistry, microbial ecology and experience in using a range of techniques to study nutrient cycling in marine sediments.
- Independent and hands-on approach to designing, building and testing experimental and prototype bioremediation systems
- Good animal husbandry skills and attention to detail when conducting rigorous experiments under controlled conditions in the SAMS and in collaboration with project partners.
- Ability to prepare samples for analysis including, dissection, DNA extraction, freeze drying etc. for downstream analyses in internal and external labs.
- Proven track record of working in interdisciplinary teams.
- Commercialisation: Engagement of contracts relevant to this field.
- The ability to attend on a regular basis and cope with the demands of the job.
- Willingness to travel both nationally and internationally.
Specific Requirements
Desirable:
- Experience working independently and as part of a team
- Engineering skills to build and operate experimental and prototype systems
- Experience in developing policy briefs
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