Job Description
Applicants need to have strong marine ecology research skills, preferably specialising in reef fishes. They need to be self-motivated, independent, demonstrate an ability to write proposals and to raise funds, and have strong communication skills and a publication history. A competitive salary package with benefits is offered for the position at CORDIO’s office in Mombasa. Kenyan citizenship or pre-existing visa to live and work in Kenya required.
Applications should be no longer than two pages and address the following criteria:
Job Requirements
MSc in relevant aspects of marine science essential, PhD preferred.
Demonstrated history of leading the implementation of research projects including the research design, data collection, data analysis and writing published reports/papers.
Senior author on at least three peer reviewed papers.
SCUBA certification and evidence of working underwater.
Demonstrated ability in a range of statistical approaches to data analysis.
Experience with project development and management, fundraising and budgeting.
Strong interpersonal and supervisory skills.
Excellent verbal and communication skills in English; fluency in Kiswahili.
Experience in fisheries research an advantage.
Kenyan citizen or permanent resident status in Kenya.
Supporting documentation to be provided:
CV, list of publications, contact details for two referees.
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