Marine Biogeochemist – Essential Climate Variables

Organisation Description:

The Marine Institute is the national agency responsible for marine research, technology, development and innovation (RTDI). The Marine Institute seeks to assess and realise the economic potential of Ireland’s 220-million-acre marine resource; promote the sustainable development of marine industry through strategic funding programmes and scientific services; and safeguard the marine environment through research and environmental monitoring. The Institute works in conjunction with the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine (DAFM) and a network of other Government Departments, semi-state agencies, national and international marine partners.

Summary of the Role:

This important role supports our organisation in delivery of its essential work programmes. This role provides candidates with the opportunity to work in a diverse organisation which invests in and celebrates its people. Working within the Marine Chemistry section, the successful candidate will help develop capabilities for collecting and assessing ocean biogeochemistry data as part of an integrated Irish ocean climate observing system. This involves delivering high-quality measurements of biogeochemical Essential Climate Variables (ECVs), including measurement of the Ocean Carbon System to meet policy requirements, including Ireland’s reporting obligations, such as the UN Sustainable Development Goal 14.3(Ocean Acidification), and supporting ongoing research. 

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Educational and Professional Requirements:
• A minimum of a relevant third level qualification in a relevant scientific area where chemistry is a strong component.
• Significant post-graduate experience in a role with a strong analytical focus, ideally with familiarity in the chemical analysis of environmental matrices such as seawater.
• An excellent knowledge of marine biogeochemistry.
• Experience with modern analytical instrumentation and in setting up analytical methods in a laboratory.
• Experience in handling/analysing oceanographic and/or environmental data.
• Willingness to complete both field-based and sea-based work on board research vessels.
• A sound understanding and appreciation of Health and Safety best practices in a laboratory.
and understanding of risk assessment in a laboratory context.
• High level of proficiency in the use of standard Microsoft Office software packages.
• Effective numerical and proven scientific and technical report writing skills.
• Strong aptitude for troubleshooting/problem solving.
• Proven experience in preparing scientific and technical reports and publications

How to Apply:

A C.V. and letter of application, summarising experience and skill set applicable to the position should be emailed to recruitment@marine.ie or posted to Human Resources at the Marine Institute, Rinville, Oranmore, Galway. All correspondence for this post should quote reference MEFS/EMFAF/SNRLA/DEC24

Closing date for Applications:

All applications for this post should be received by the Marine Institute in advance of 12 noon 13th of January 2025. Unfortunately, late applications cannot be accepted.

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