We wish to recruit a full-time IWDG Science Officer to contribute to the continued growth of the IWDG and deliver on its Strategic Plan.
The Irish Whale and Dolphin Group is Ireland’s premier eNGO working in the marine environment. Established in 1990, the IWDG has built a credible reputation for effective advocacy for cetaceans (whales, dolphins, and porpoises) and their habitats. The IWDG is also a primary data holder with unique datasets on cetaceans which we use to support conservation actions and policies. Currently the IWDG has sixfull-time staff and eight service providers and its’ head office is in Kilrush, Co Clare.
The Science Officer will join its core team based in the Shannon Dolphin Centre, Kilrush, Co Clare. The Science Officer will be expected to manage IWDG archived data, manage IWDG science projects, identify relevant opportunities to collect and interpret IWDG data, contribute to conservation actions and policies, identify gaps in IWDG scientific knowledge and priorities for scientific research and will be encouraged to seek funding for research projects.
The successful applicant will have a strong scientific background and a track record of management and cetacean research. The Science Officer will have practical experience of database management, good communication skills and knowledge of cetaceans in Ireland. Knowledge of commercial fishing and Marine Protected Areas would be an advantage. The contract will be for a maximum of three years, pending a successful six-month-review.
This is a full-time job as an IWDG employee for a fixed period of 3 years.
Start date: 1 January 2025
Salary aligns with IEN pay scales and start at €46,503-€59,043 per annum, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
For full job description and essential qualities please see below
IWDG Science Officer 2024_Job Description
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Closing date: 31 October 2024 @ 5pm