Organisation/Company: CCMAR – Centro de Ciências do Mar do Algarve
Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology
Researcher Profile: Established Researcher (R3)
Positions: Postdoc Positions
Country: Portugal
Application Deadline: 18 Dec 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Lisbon)
Type of Contract: Permanent
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 35
Offer Starting Date: 1 Jan 2025
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Reference Number: FCT-Tenure
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description Assistant Researcher – Fish Ethology and Welfare (M/F) 1 Position Available Reference: CCMAR/IAEBEP/16/2024 The Centro de Ciências do Mar do Algarve (CCMAR) is opening a recruitment and selection process for one position for an Assistant Researcher in Fish Ethology and Welfare. This position is open to citizens of any nationality, including stateless individuals, under a permanent employment contract to recruit and select the best candidate for activities within the Foundation for Science and Technology Tenure Program (FCT-Tenure).
1. About CCMAR: CCMAR ( https://ccmar.ualg.pt/ ) is one of Portugal's leading marine science research centres, rated Excellent in evaluations promoted by the Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT). With a multidisciplinary team, well-equipped facilities, and laboratories, CCMAR engages in core areas such as research, training, business, societal engagement, and collaboration.
2. Summary and Functions: The selected candidate will lead research at CCMAR focused on advancing knowledge in fish ethology and welfare. The candidate will coordinate a research group to expand understanding of fish behaviour using the four questions of ethology (function, causation, development, and evolution) as a framework and apply this state-of-the-art knowledge to enhance the welfare of farmed and wild-caught aquatic animals.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct research to deepen knowledge of fish behaviour and its physiological underpinnings. Develop and implement methodologies to assess and improve fish welfare in aquaculture and wild fisheries. Coordinate studies linking fish behavioural traits to physiological mechanisms. Supervise and mentor a research group, including MSc and PhD students. Secure competitive funding to support research activities. Engage with policymakers, industry stakeholders, and the general public. Establish and strengthen collaborations with national and international research institutions. Disseminate findings through high-impact publications and presentations. Partner with aquaculture and fisheries industries to translate research findings into practical applications. 3. Applicable Law: Decree-Law No. 57/2016, of August 29, amended by Law No. 57/2017, of July 19. Regulatory Decree No. 11-A/2017, of December 29. Labour Code, approved by Law No. 7/2009, of February 12. Decree-Law No. 124/99 of April 20. Administrative Procedure Code. Internal Regulation for Scientific Research and Technological Development Personnel. 4. Start Date: The contract is expected to start in January 2025.
5. Workplace: Activities will occur at CCMAR (University of Algarve, Faro, Portugal) and other locations necessary for the proposed tasks.
6. Working Hours: 35 hours per week.
7. Monthly Salary: The gross base monthly salary is €3.427,59 (Index 195).
8. Application Period: The application period starts on 04th of December 2024, and ends on 18th of December 2024, at 23:59 (Lisbon time, Portugal).
9. Required Profile: The selected candidate must have completed a PhD in Biology, Ethology, or a related field, with at least 5 years of relevant research experience. The candidate must have a strong publication record in internationally recognised journals. The candidate must exhibit robust theoretical knowledge in welfare science. The candidate must have a proven track record of securing competitive funding. The candidate must demonstrate excellence in stakeholder engagement and science-policy communication. The candidate must have experience coordinating large teams and organising scientific events. The candidate must have experience in consultancy with evidence of impactful contributions. The candidate must demonstrate experience in teaching or lecturing. High proficiency in English (spoken and written) is required. 11. Evaluation and Selection Process: The evaluation will consist of a curriculum assessment (final rating between 0-100).
The selection panel reserves the right to contact or interview candidates if additional information or clarification is needed.
13. Required Documents, Process, and Submission of Applications: Only complete applications submitted directly on the CCMAR website https://ccmar.ualg.pt/en/career-opportunities are accepted.
Non-compliance with requirements/documents outlined in 9.1, 9.9 and 13 invalidates the application.
15. Final Information: CCMAR endorses the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers.
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