Position: Researcher
Salary: $20,050-$33,690 per annum depending on experience andqualifications plus generous fringe benefits
Closing Date: April 4, 2024
Palau International Coral Reef Center is seeking a qualified candidate to
fill the role of a Researcher. The qualified individual will assist the
Palau Aquarium team in organizing and conducting workshops, restoration
project, monitoring of out-planted coral colonies, measuring survival and
growth. Able to write reports and publish reviews. The selected candidate
will also be directly involved in a small-scale reef rehabilitation project
and thus will contribute to establishing PICRC as a regional leader for
reef restoration.
This position requires a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Marine
Biology, Ecology, Oceanography, Coastal and Pelagic Fisheries, Fisheries
Management or other related field from an accredited college or
university. Knowledge of marine research and/or related field and some
experience in resource management and conservation is preferred. Field
work is an essential part of a researcher’s duties so applicants must be
able to conduct field work on a regular basis. Able to speak in Palauan or
English.
To apply, please email your CV, name of two (2) references and a cover
letter with 2×2 photo ID to Ms. Caryn Lkong Koshiba, Interim CEO, at
clkoshiba@picrc.org. Submitted documents will be acknowledged upon receipt.
Only short-listed applicants will be notified within two weeks after the
closing date of this announcement to set up interview appointments.
Applications must be received no later than the above closing date.
This position is a 2-year contract funded through the GBRF project titled,
“Co-developing climate-smart adaptive management for coral reefs.”
Position may be extended after the project based on the need for the
position and funding availability.
Be part of the PICRC Team and contribute to conservation efforts in Palau
and the world!
