Scientist

apartmentSciStaff CC placeDurban calendar_month2026/02/15

The responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Developing and undertaking research projects within the scope of the research groups aims.
Overseeing donor funded research projects, ensuring their continuity, financial flows, reporting, and contribution to ORIs research and conservation goals.
Analysing data and disseminating research findings in the technical, scientific and popular literature.
Managing a team of assistant scientists, research assistants, technicians and interns.
Supporting the financial and administrative management of the research portfolio.
Providing information and advice to policy makers on KZN coastal management issues.
Willingness to undertake work-related local and international travel as needed, including occasional weekends away from home.
Supporting the executive manager in the execution of other projects.

Key Requirements: An MSc graduate with a strong focus on Coastal Zone and with an intention to pursue further studies at a PhD level in a research group-related topic. Peer-reviewed publication record; coastal field survey experience; experience in synthesising and communicating science to policy and evidence-based decision making; and strong knowledge of coastal governance frameworks, stakeholder networks, and policy processes required.

Experience with project management, including financial and administrative duties, and Geographic Information Systems would be advantageous.

Additional Requirements: Ability to supervise students and interns and excellent writing and communication skills required.

Only candidates that meet all the requirements should apply

**Only candidates that are shortlisted will be contacted

By sending your application to Scistaff you consent that your information may be kept in accordance with the requirements of the POPI Act.

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