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Job Description
Key Accountabilities
• Analysing benthic faunal samples to generate species abundance and biomass data.
• Conduct laboratory analyses including sample preparation, microscopy, and novel image analysis techniques.
• Assist faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and students in the planning and execution of field sampling campaigns, including coastal and offshore research.
• Operate, deploy, and maintain scientific equipment required for benthic sampling
• Provide technical training and mentorship to students in field and laboratory methods.
• Manage, organize, and maintain research datasets; assist with preliminary data analysis and contribute to data quality assurance.
• Maintain laboratory safety protocols and ensure compliance with university and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee inventory of laboratory supplies, field gear, and research equipment.
• Provide occasional support for outreach programs, workshops, and teaching laboratories.
Key Interactions
Internal
• Head of Science Facilities
• Academic marine research and operational support staff at SMSRC
• UKF students
• SMSRC Ocean Literacy, Impact and Partnerships team
• UKF operational staff (communications, partnerships, engagements, finance and procurement)
External
• External visitors and students
• Contractors and logistics providers
Qualification & Experience
• A Master’s degree in Marine Science, Oceanography, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in benthic fauna identification, marine fieldwork and laboratory research.
Skills & Competencies
Essential:
• Experience in benthic fauna community analysis.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in data collection and record keeping.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and technical staff.
• Willingness to travel and participate in fieldwork, including research cruises and coastal sampling trips.
• Fluent English,
Desirable:
• Experience working in an academic or research institute setting.
• Experience mentoring students or supporting classroom/teaching labs.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Certifications such as SCUBA diving, boating safety, or laboratory safety training.
• Experience working in international or cross-cultural research environments.
• Flexibilty and adaptability.
• Experience of working in the Gulf Region.
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