The Science Specialist will be part of a multidisciplinary team that will provide scientific support to Oceana’s campaign strategies, conduct research and produce documents on cutting-edge issues related to Oceana campaigns, and build the scientific capacity of its team in Mexico. This position will report to the Science Coordinator.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Carry out literature reviews and keep updated and develop materials on innovation and best practices in the protection of marine resources.
- Carry out technical reviews of public policies on marine conservation and fisheries in Mexico.
- Keep the Oceana leadership team informed on scientific issues and campaign recommendations.
- Create policy and scientific reports, briefings, or any other documents to support Oceana’s work with decision makers and other stakeholders.
- Strengthen campaigns through staff training and skill development in scientific issues.
- Work closely with the team to develop materials and positions related to Oceana campaigns.
- Stay current on innovation and best practices in marine fisheries conservation sector.
- Research emerging issues, innovations, and technologies related to our campaigns that may be relevant to public and political agendas.
- Establish and maintain relationships with potential allies, academics, universities and other scientific actors.
- Track time, expenses, activities, and progress towards goals regularly, meeting all deadlines established by the Marine Scientist and senior leadership.
- Serve as spokesperson for the campaigns and related issues to the press.
- Perform additional duties for Oceana’s campaigns, as directed.
Job Requirements
Education and experience:
- Master’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline such as marine biology, oceanography, ecology, fisheries, or an equivalent of education and experience.
- At least five years of relevant work experience in marine conservation and marine research in Mexico.
- At least five years of relevant experience working with scientists, universities, and other researchers and building alliances.
- Fisheries population modelling & stock assessment is required.
- Experience conducting research, creating documents and analyzing, interpreting and presenting databases and statistics.
- Experience completing projects under tight deadlines and effectively managing a demanding workload, multiple tasks and projects.
- Experience working in or with NGOs.
Skills and knowledge:
- Ability to synthesize large volumes of information quickly and effectively.
- Ability to perform quantitative analysis.
- GIS and database proficiency.
- R and RStudio proficiency.
- Data visualization in Tableau or other software is preferred.
- Must be a team-player.
- Strong personal commitment to conservation, marine and environmental issues.
- Extreme attention to detail and accuracy.
- Skills in interviewing and research.
- Ability to represent Oceana in a professional and responsive manner.
- Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
- Fluency in Spanish and English is required.
- Some long hours and travel time might be required.
Application deadline: September 20, 2024
