Coastal Fisheries Scientist
Quick answer
Pacific Community is hiring a senior Coastal Fisheries Scientist in Fiji with a starting salary range of FJD 10,028–12,535 (USD 4,349–5,436; EUR 3,924–4,905) to provide scientific and technical support in coastal fisheries and aquaculture science.
- Role
- Coastal Fisheries Scientist
- Organization
- Pacific Community
- Location
- Fiji
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- 3,245‒4,057 SDR per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 10,028–12,535 (USD 4,349–5,436; EUR 3,924–4,905)
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The Coastal Fisheries Scientist will provide scientific and technical support and advice to governments, NGOs, stakeholders and the private sector in planning and implementing coastal fisheries and aquaculture science in support of evidence-based management activities.
What you'll do
- Provide support and training to PICT members to enhance science capacity and capability
- Develop coastal fisheries survey training materials
- Conduct training of local staff in-country and/or online
- Supervise and oversee training and mentoring of Pacific Islands Fisheries Professionals
- Contribute to the design and implementation of assessments of coastal living resources
- Support PICTs to analyse available scientific data on coastal finfish and invertebrate fisheries
What it takes
- Postgraduate in fisheries science or in a discipline relevant to coastal fisheries assessment
- At least 8 years of direct relevant experience in Pacific Islands fisheries
- Proven experience in designing and implementing standardised monitoring protocols
- Proven ability to work collaboratively and openly within a team dynamic
- Experience working with MS 365 software and software programmes for data entry and management
- Experience working with different statistical and mapping software for data analysis
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Housing allowance, establishment and repatriation grant, removal expenses, airfares, home leave travel, health and life and disability insurances, education allowances, 25 working days of annual leave per annum, access to SPC’s Provident Fund
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Fiji.
What is the compensation?
The starting salary range is 3,245‒4,057 SDR per month, which currently converts to approximately FJD 10,028–12,535 (USD 4,349–5,436; EUR 3,924–4,905).
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a postgraduate degree in fisheries science or a relevant discipline, at least 8 years of direct relevant experience, and experience in designing and implementing standardised monitoring protocols.
How do I apply?
Applicants must apply online at http://careers.spc.int/ and provide an updated resume, cover letter, and responses to screening questions.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on Pacific Community's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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