Coastal Process Scientist

Fixed-term contract for up-to 12 months, to cover the postholder’s maternity leave

£32,046 - £34,811 per annum (depending on experience)

37 hours per week
This is a full-time position, however, we welcome applications from those who wish to work part-time or job share.

Join the South West Coastal Monitoring team based at the University of Plymouth to help monitor our coast around the whole of South West England! This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of coastal process scientists to help collect, appraise and analyse data supporting coastal processes around our beautiful coastline.

We can offer:

• A flexi scheme with up to 2 days flexi per month that can be taken.
• Hybrid working – part office based, and part home based.
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave and wellbeing package.
• Career development through professional learning and development.
• Outdoor surveying opportunities (of beaches and perhaps coastal assets).
• 24/7 employee discount access and employee assistance support.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• An Honours Degree or equivalent in Marine Science, Marine Geography, Civil or Maritime Engineering, Oceanography or similar.
• An excellent level of competency in researching and analysing coastal process data.
• IT skills, including GIS (Geographic Information System), particularly in respect to coastal processes and management.
• The ability to undertake independent research and produce detailed analytical reports together with advice and recommendations for coastal management authorities.
• The ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences, and to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external colleagues.
• Excellent knowledge of coastal processes and how this impacts local communities.
• Knowledge of coastal management practices.
• The level of fitness necessary to undertake coastal asset surveys involving carrying equipment and walking significant distances.