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Irish Whale and Dolphin Group
Science Officer
Kilrush
October 21, 2024
conservation and better understanding of cetaceans (whales, dolphins and porpoises) in Irish
waters through study, education and interpretation”. The IWDG has charitable status (CHY
11163), is regulated by the Charity Regulators (No. 20029913) and is a Limited Company
(332093). Currently it has two full-time employees, eight service providers and 12 consultants
who help the IWDG deliver its work plan. It also has over 600 members, many of whom contribute
to its Sighting and Stranding Schemes, and other activities on a voluntary basis. Over the past
30 years, the IWDG has grown into a large, credible and complex organisation. Its activities
range from co-ordinating cetacean stranding and sighting schemes, to running a 56ft research
vessel, provision of Marine Mammal Observers, preparing policy documents and action plans and
informing the public about the importance of Ireland for cetaceans.
The IWDG wishes to recruit a Science Officer to join its core team based in
the Shannon Dolphin Centre, Kilrush, Co Clare. The Science Officer will be
expected to work closely with the team in Kilrush and other officers in the IWDG. The officer
will be expected to manage all IWDG archived data, identify relevant opportunities to collect
and interpret IWDG data, contribute to conservation actions and policies, identify gaps in IWDG
scientific knowledge and priorities for scientific research and will be encouraged to seek
funding for research projects.
The successful applicant will have a strong scientific background and a track record of
cetacean research. The Science Officer will have practical experience of
database management, good communication skills and knowledge of cetaceans in Ireland.
Commercial fishing experience would be an asset and knowledge of Marine Protected Areas. The
contract will be for a maximum of three years, pending a successful annual review and the
availability of funds.
The Science Officer will be based in the IWDG head office in Kilrush, Co Clare
but there is provision for remote working (see IWDG Remote Working policy).
Core tasks of the role include:
Contribute significantly to the IWDG Science Programme (as outlined in the Strategic Plan)
Provide scientific support to the IWDG Stranding and sightings schemes
Provide scientific support to the Shannon Dolphin Project and Whale Track Ireland
Provide scientific support to the IWDG research vessel Celtic Mist
Use IWDG data and other sources to develop and support conservation policies and actions
Identify uses of IWDG datasets including managing requests for IWDG data
Help to implement IWDG policies, including engagement with stakeholders
Advance the development of Marine Conservation Zones (MPA),
Explore and apply for funding for research projects
Qualifications and Experience:
Higher-level qualification in marine related subject essential (Ph D is desirable)
Excellent writing and communication skills in English essential
Full driving licence to drive in Ireland essential
Flexibility and ability to work in a team essential
Knowledge of marine policies and legal frameworks in Ireland
Publication record is desirable
Consultancy experience is desirable
Familiarisation with GIS very desirable
Spoken Irish is advantageous
This is a full-time job as an IWDG employee for a fixed period of a maximum of 3 years. Salary
will align with IEN pay scales and start at €46,503-€59,04 per annum, commensurate with
experience and qualifications.
Closing date: 31 October 2024 @ 5pm
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