Research Assistant - Aberdeen, United Kingdom - University of Aberdeen

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Research Assistant (Fishing Industry)

Reducing the catch of unwanted species is a major goal for fisheries globally.

The challenge is acute in Scottish waters because of the mixed fish community and legislation banning the discarding of commercial species at sea.

Avoidance of endangered wildlife such as marine mammals and seabirds is also a key priority for the Scottish fishing industry.

School/Section

Biological Sciences

Staff Category

Research

Position Type

Full Time

Duration of Post

Funding/Activity Limited

Grade

Grade 5

Salary From
- £30,619

Salary to
- £34,314

Location

Aberdeen

Closing Date

28/07/2023

Ref No

SBS144R

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Real-time reporting (RTR) is the term used for the rapid, semi-automated collation, processing and sharing of catch data to avoid locations associated with high catches of unwanted species.

RTR requires skippers to share catch and location information of high catches of unwanted species or sizes of fish.

While the development of RTR software is technically straightforward, implementation can be impeded by the reluctance of fishermen to voluntarily share their data.

Working as part of an experienced team that includes IT specialists, fisheries researchers and industry scientists, the post holder will contribute to all three parts of the project (described above) over a two-year period.

The post can be based either at the University of Aberdeen or at the office of an industry partner (e.g. Scottish Fisherman's Organisation based in Edinburgh), depending on practicalities. The post could also accommodate someone who is permanently based near the west coast of Scotland.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 5, £30,619 - £34,314 with placement according to qualifications and experience.

This post does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post that require sponsorship to work in the UK

Job Reference Number
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SBS144R

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