Postdoctoral – Cornwall Badger Project: Join our dedicated team to evaluate and contribute to badger management strategies aimed at controlling bovine tuberculosis (bTB) through fieldwork and research at the Cornwall Badger Project. This three-year fixed-term position provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on wildlife conservation and disease management.
Designation:
Postdoctoral Research Assistant
| Key Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Wildlife Conservation and Disease Management |
| Location | Field Based, Cornwall, UK |
| Salary | £36,924 per annum |
| Contract Length | 3 years |
| Working Hours | 35 hours per week |
| Application Deadline | 02 April 2025 |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- A PhD in a relevant discipline.
- Experience in biological fieldwork, ideally within agricultural environments.
- Proven experience in safely handling animals.
- Strong skills in collecting, processing, and analyzing biological field data.
- Attention to detail in data recording, curation, and analysis.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage sensitive issues professionally.
- Willingness for early morning fieldwork.
- A full, clean driving license, with off-road driving experience preferred.
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
- Policy & Management Impact: Ensure that the research remains relevant to management and policy decisions.
- Fieldwork Contribution: Assist with badger vaccination and sampling, aligning activities with project goals.
- Population Monitoring Design: Lead the design and implementation of badger population monitoring using camera trapping.
- Data & Sample Management: Manage the long-term curation and storage of data and biological samples.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Lead data analysis and produce comprehensive reports to inform future strategies and decision-making.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply by submitting their CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role to the provided application link or email.
Last Date for Apply:
02 April 2025
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