University of Stirling - School of Natural Sciences
UNI00016
£36,862 - £52,552pa
Closing date Monday 19/12/11
The environment and spatial analysis research areas within the Sustainable Aquaculture Research Group (http://www.aqua.stir.ac.uk/research/sustainable-aquaculture) investigate the management and sustainability of aquatic resources in the EU, Africa, Central and Eastern Asia and Latin America. This highly active team seeks to extend its modelling expertise based around a range of modelling development approaches, using GIS, remote sensing and other spatial modelling tools. Existing research includes development of spatial and dynamic modelling systems for siting and management of aquaculture worldwide.
The applicant will be expected to contribute to growth and enhancement of these research themes and activities, and develop further research in these and look for opportunities to apply these skills across other research groups within the Institute and in the wider MASTS community, particularly the MASTS modelling Joint Research Theme. At present, a range of software is used including Powersim, Stella or Vensim, IDRISI, ArcGIS, Manifold etc. The candidate will be expected to develop research aiding the integration of models into holistic decision support systems for aquaculture development, for example within an ICZM framework including terrestrial/aquatic interactions. Complementary areas could also include research on broader patterns of development drawing upon factors such as agroecology, urbanisation, market access and social and economic mapping.
The essential criteria for this post are:
- A doctorate in a relevant subject
- A track record of internationally excellent research in an area relevant to the job description
- Expertise in use of spatial analytical tools, including GIS and RS, for analysis of aquatic environments
- The ability to contribute to teaching within the subject area of natural resources management and modelling.
Ideally the candidate will also have;
- Knowledge of, and/or experience in, modelling for Natural Resources Management
- Expertise in use of environmental modelling tools and programs
- A strong background and experience in relevant areas of IT
For further information or to apply, please see http://www.stir.ac.uk/about/jobs/list.php
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