Overview

The Scottish Association for Marine Science is the oldest independent marine research organisation in the UK: one of the oldest in the world.  We are located on a modern campus adjacent to the European Marine Science Park, on the peaceful Dunstaffnage peninsula, a few miles from the scenic coastal town of Oban (‘The Seafood Capital of Scotland’).

Job Purpose: We are seeking a skilled modeller to joining a team of ecologists, oceanographers and experienced modellers, developing and supporting SAMS environmental modelling services and capabilities.

SAMS already has market leading software modelling tools used across the world in aquaculture and is involved in innovative projects to expand their capabilities and develop new applications.  Working within strong project management disciplines, you will be responsible for the successful fulfilment and deliver of commercial computational modelling projects support our Science and Enterprise teams.

Types of activities: This post will be responsible for the successful fulfilment and delivery of commercial computational modelling projects, including deposition of aquaculture wastes in the marine environment and the dispersal of sea lice between fish farms and their environs. You will make use of existing software and scripts for processing and analytical tasks and will be expected to interpret, report and discuss findings with key contacts and customers as well as seek input from other skilled staff.

Attributes required: The ideal candidate will be conversant with script-based computing systems (e.g. Matlab, Python, Linux), be able to work independently and efficiently manage their time according to demands of the role/project.  In addition, you will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and be able to communicate appropriately to different audiences – modellers/customers/regulators.

This is an excellent career progression opportunity for someone looking to enhance their knowledge of environmental modelling as applied to marine aquaculture and wider marine related industries.

Fixed Term Appointment for 24 months
£23,334 –  £26,243 per annum
Oban, Argyll

For general enquiries about the position please contact: recruitment@sams.ac.uk

Further information is available on line at www.sams.ac.uk.  Alternatively, please write to: Human Resources, The Scottish Association for Marine Science, Aquaculture Modelling Technician (Job Ref D04/19.DG), Scottish Marine Institute, Oban, Argyll PA37 1QA or e-mail recruitment@sams.ac.uk

The closing date for receipt of applications is 9th September 2019.

SAMS is a registered Scottish charity (SC 009206), has an equal opportunities policy and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.