The legal mandate and core business of the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) are to manage, protect and conserve South Africa’s environment and natural resources. The mandate is informed by section 24 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act No. 108 of 1996), which affords everyone the right to (a) an enviro...
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Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) in Bachelor of Science in one of the following: marine science, marine biology, marine ecology fisheries biology, fisheries science, quantitative science or a closely related field with a strong quantitative focus.
A minimum of 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience in marine living resources research; Compulsory registration with South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as a professional scientist.
Knowledge of biology, ecology, life history strategies, population dynamics and quantitative assessment techniques of inshore living marine resources, in particular in relation to decapod crustaceans; Knowledge of crustacean fisheries; Research experience in crustacean fisheries and/or the biology, ecology, life-history, population dynamics or quantitative assessment of crustaceans;
Computer skills in MS Office software (proven ability to utilize word processing and spreadsheet programmes); Proven ability to manipulate large data sets within a relational database environment (e.g. MS Access);
Proven ability and experience to quantitatively analyse biological and environmental data and interpret results; Experience in conducting statistical analysis on and modelling of fisheries or fisheries related data;
Formal courses in statistics, applied mathematics and/or experience in statistical methods for biological research; Ability and willingness to work at sea on small inshore research vessels as well as on commercial fishing vessels;
Ability and willingness to spend extensive periods away from home while on field trips, or while attending courses and scientific symposia and meetings; Valid unendorsed South African driver’s license.
DUTIES :
The successful candidate will join the Crustacean Research Team, contributing to advancing knowledge in fisheries science with a specific focus on South Africa’s crustacean fisheries.
Key responsibilities include:
Conducting research to support the sustainable harvesting of crustacean fisheries;
Providing scientific information on the biology and dynamics of crustacean populations.;
Provide scientific advice on the sustainable management and harvesting of crustacean fisheries;
Participating in field trips, including working overtime as necessary;
Compiling research reports, scientific publications, and data reports;
Engaging with stakeholders at all levels across the crustacean fisheries sectors;
Attending scientific meetings, workshops, and symposia at national, regional (Southern Africa), and international levels; and Managing performance, including supervising and mentoring technical support staff.
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