The position is desk-based and involves detailed literature review and synthesis, the application of the sensitivity assessment process, and the preparation of review material for dissemination via the MarLIN website. The role would suit candidates interested in pursuing a career in environmental consultancy, marine conservation, and/or science communication.
The post holder will report directly to the MarLIN Project Manager. The position is fixed term, full time, for three months from 4 January until the end of March 2027. We are undertaking a rapid recruitment exercise. The successful candidate will need to be in position by 4 January 2027, however, an earlier start can be accommodated.
Minimum qualifications required are a relevant post graduate degree and/or relevant marine experience.
Essential Skills
- Knowledge and experience of marine ecology and UK marine habitats and species.
- Knowledge of taxonomy and biology sufficient to understand where to find information on marine species and the meaning of technical terms describing their biology.
- Familiarity with online literature search tools (e.g. WoS, SCOPUS etc) and relevant subject area (e.g. marine ecology, ecotoxicology).
- Demonstrable ability to collate and synthesise literature quickly and accurately.
- Demonstrable ability to critically appraise, extract, record and summarize the relevant evidence quickly and accurately (to the quality standards in place).
- Demonstrable ability to write concise and accurate text for reports and (ideally) the web.
Application deadline: November 13, 2026
Location: Plymouth, UK
Salary: Grade 2 SP16 £27,241 per annum
