Senior Benthic Ecologist
Ocean Infinity · Gotemburgo, Provincia de Vastra Gotaland, Suecia
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We are a technology company that is transforming operations at sea to enable people and the planet to thrive.
We are open-minded and fearless in our approach to innovation and don't believe in boundaries. We challenge everything and have massive ambitions to drag aging industries into the tech era.
We take safety, equality and education very seriously, and our responsibilities don't stop at our front door. Our business is built on the belief that there's definitely a more environmentally responsible way to operate at sea.
We only employ the best people. People with a desire for excellence, a curious nature, people who are thoughtful, humble, collaborative and accountable.
We reward our people well. Beyond what's usually considered to be the 'market average'.
The opportunities for people in our business can be limitless, spanning a multitude of disciplines and open to all, regardless of background and experience level.
We are not your average workplace.
Ocean Infinity is seeking a Senior Benthic Ecologist/ Ecotoxicologist to join the Environmental Department.
The Environmental Department engages with a variety of stakeholders and undertakes studies in assessing marine habitats using remote sensing methods (multibeam and side scan sonars) and ground-truthing equipment (drop-cameras, ROVs and seabed sampling tools). The results are then presented in reports, charts, and GIS. The reports commonly form an essential part of our clients’ Environmental Impact Assessments.
The role will primarily report to the Deputy Environmental Manager.
Description and Main Purpose of the Job
What will you do: Plan the survey with the different stakeholders in line with national and international regulatory requirements;
Fieldwork may be required 3-4/ year;
Process, and present data from environmental studies;
Lead the identification and assessment of ecological conditions/ habitats;
Lead the integrating of results from other disciplines e.g. geophysics, hydrography, and chemistry;
Engage in developing sampling equipment and procedure with the technical solutions department.
Who you are:Minimum of 5 years of experience in species identification of marine benthic invertebrates from the North-East Atlantic;
Experience in the treatment of environmental data in statistical models;
Good practical experience with office tools: MS Office, Google Drive, Teams, and e-mail, among others;
Strong understanding of quality management such as standards, regulations and applicable policies and procedures;
Excellent knowledge of English, both written and spoken, as this is our main language within Ocean Infinity.
Thoughtful, thorough and conscientious;
Interested in others and strives for the best for the team;
Ability to take ownership and engagement in the work;
Integrity, credibility, and maturity for confidential issues;
Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment;
Strong communication skills;
Critical thinking and ability to show initiative;
Open and receptive to new and different ideas;
Ability to work well in a team and independently;
Enthusiastic about protecting people and the planet.
Desirable: Degree qualified to BSc level or equivalent in marine biology/oceanography/marine technology discipline;
Knowledge of European marine legislation and various national legislation concerning protected habitats and species;
Arc GIS or AutoCAD experience;
PRIMER, R’, or MATLab experience;
Extensive species identification skills.
What you can expect:
At Ocean Infinity, we believe in creating equal opportunities for all, celebrating each and everyone’s differences. We are driven by transforming the industry, through our technology, thoughts, behaviours and actions. Being inclusive and respectful to all is fundamental to who we are. It is the right thing to do and enables innovation and creativity to thrive.
There is more work to be done, and we know that we aren’t perfect, but our commitment to these values is unwavering. They are central to our mission and the impact we have on the industry, meaning, we cannot live without them.
