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# PhD and teaching opportunity at the University of Plymouth ! ?? ?? ?? ?? My research and research-led teaching programme on fauna of surf zones in Devon and Cornwall is entering its eighth year. The work aims to understand environmental factors driving variation in fish populations which support key UK fisheries.

We’re looking for a PhD candidate to drive forward this research and teaching effort over the next few years: one of 11 being advertised within the School of Biological and Marine Sciences.

The project is an exciting opportunity to build and publish a unique long-term ecological data set through field sampling. It also provides lots of scope to develop expertise in lab approaches to understand variation in physiological performance of fishes within dynamic coastal habitats. These skills are valuable for building the evidence-base to support sustainable management of fisheries.

I am excited to work with Bryce Stewart (also at The Marine Biological Association ) who brings expertise in fisheries applications and Mike Collins who will be shedding some light on the crustacean inhabitants of beaches.

Alongside research activities will be the opportunity to develop substantial teaching experience across the wide range of programmes and modules in the school.

Beaches make the perfect natural classroom for marine biology—come join us!

Details on the project here: https://lnkd.in/eMYhy2fZ

Details on the DTA role and other projects of possible interest here: https://lnkd.in/dzfYZjjJ

Funding details

The position consists of a part-time (0.50 FTE) teaching contract with an actual salary of £24,699 per annum and a part-time PhD (0.50 FTE) covering 5 years of funded doctoral study plus an optional 1 year unfunded writing up. In addition to the PhD Fee Scholarship, professional teaching experience and research training are provided. Benefits include generous annual leave, pension scheme, cycle to work and electric car scheme, employee assistance programme, development opportunities, enhanced fa

What's required

Applicants must have an excellent honours degree and possibly a Masters degree in a relevant subject or equivalent professional experience. Experience in conducting and synthesising literature reviews and the ability to create new knowledge are required. Candidates must be able to communicate technical, theoretical, and conceptual material clearly, have a strong wish to pursue one of the advertised PhD projects, and be interested in a career in higher education, specifically teaching and research. Excellent communication and team working skills are essential. A current full driving licence (manual transmission) is required as you will be driving University of Plymouth vehicles. Candidates must hold the right to work and study in the UK before application; employer sponsorship is not available.

How to apply

Apply online via the University of Plymouth recruitment portal, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria in your supporting statement. Select one PhD project and explain your interest and suitability. Contact the relevant PhD supervisor before applying. See project and application details at the provided links.

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