Lecturer/senior Lecturer in Blue Carbon

**Location**: SAMS, Oban
- **Contract Type**:Open-ended
- **Working Pattern**:Full Time(37hrs per week)
- **Salary Range**:Grade 7/8. Lecturer G7 - £42,155 - £47,423 per annum, Senior Lecturer G8 - £51,805 - £58,284 per annum

**The Role**

You will be a key player in driving forward SAMS programme of discovery and applied research in the area of coastal carbon sequestration and/or coastal restoration / ‘sea-wilding’; ideally with an interest in ‘seascape connectivity’ as part of the Blue Growthand Dynamic CoastsResearch Areas at SAMS.

The expectation is that the post holder will develop a research portfolio that includes significant support from non-traditional sources - including NGOs, Trusts, Foundations etc. to deliver targeted applied research.

You will mainly work closely with SAMS Enterpriseand the Development team to provide leadership and delivery of commercial and philanthropic projects. You will be expected to contribute to SAMS programme of education at undergraduate and post-graduate levels. You will also be expected to contribute to SAMS programme of education at undergraduate and post-graduate levels.

You will have a PhD in a relevant marine / environmental science discipline as well as experience of operating in a more independent role as a lecturer/senior lecturer in at least one of the following areas: blue carbon sequestration, coastal restoration, anthropogenic impacts on the coastal zone and/or ecosystem services valuation.

Experience in, or understanding of, numerical modelling is also desirable.

Evidence of track record of research, commercial and some non-traditional income streams.

**Employee Benefits**

Our employees are the heart of our business. Recruiting and retaining the right people is the key to our success. Rewarding our employees is therefore an important component of our employment package and we have a wide range of benefits on offer to staff. These can enhance your personal and professional development, your health and well-being and your finances.

Additionally, SAMS encourages and recognises excellence among staff through various recognition and reward arrangements. We constantly develop and expand the benefits and offers for our colleagues.

SAMS offers a generous salary and pension as well as employee benefits package. We also have supportive policies to assist absence, family and other leave types.

**Interested?**

We would love to hear from you. If you have queries on the job and would like to talk these through before applying, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

For more information, please visit our website.

Applications must include CV and Cover Letter.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £42,155.00-£58,284.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 12/05/2023
Reference ID: D02/23.MS’