Lecturer in Marine Conservation
| Posting date: | 16 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £39,906 to £56,535 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 October 2025 |
| Location: | Plymouth, South West England |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | University of Plymouth |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | B0879 |
Summary
About the role
This is an exciting chance to be part of a progressive and cutting-edge University in a beautiful location, where you can really make a difference.
The School of Biological and Marine Sciences at the University of Plymouth (https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools/school-of-biological-and-marine-sciences) is seeking to appoint a new Lecturer in Marine Conservation. You will have expertise within the field of marine conservation and marine biology or policy, and be a highly motivated and dynamic academic who seeks the opportunity to build a career in a University with an international reputation in marine conservation. We are particularly interested in applicants with expertise in MPA management, spatial ecology, marine vertebrate/seabird conservation/ecology,. You will be expected to develop a successful research portfolio within our highly successful Marine Conservation Research Group (https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/marine-conservation-research-group)
Based in the Faculty of Science and Engineering, the School of Biological and Marine Sciences is primed to enable students to achieve their ambitions by linking research to real world problems. Students are equipped with the skills they need to make a positive impact on the sustainability of our environment and society. With many amazing ecosystems right on our doorstep in the UK’s first National Marine Park, Plymouth boasts one of the highest concentrations of world-leading marine scientists in Europe and benefits from world-class research facilities such as the Marine Station, a fleet of research vessels and the Scientific Diving Unit.
The successful candidate may be required to obtain an ATAS Certificate prior to this research being undertaken.
For more information on School of Biological and Marine Sciences please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools
For this role, you will need to be on site 3 days a week. Although we can accommodate working from home for this role, flexibility to be on-site will be expected due to business needs.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Dr Simon Ingram: by email at simon.ingram@plymouth.ac.uk
For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.
Our programmes focus on career training, inspiring change for a more sustainable future across the themes of Biological Science, Marine Science, Conservation and Marine Biology. Students are taught by experts in their fields, with teaching informed by world-leading research for which the University has been awarded two Queen’s Anniversary Prizes for Environment and Conservation, and is ranked 6th in UK impact ranking for the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal, Life Below Water in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025.
The appointment will complement and build on our existing research and teaching strengths across a diverse range of marine conservation topics including; marine mammal conservation, ecosystem monitoring, noise and light pollution, community ecology, policy and management, and scientific diving.
The teaching associated with this role is closely aligned to two new programmes planned for 2026; Marine Conservation BSc, and Marine Vertebrate Ecology and Conservation MSc, with additional teaching in our MSc in Marine Conservation and BSc in Ocean Science and Marine Conservation. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to teaching across the school including overseas field courses.
We are seeking applicants with good quantitative skills and research active in any of the following areas:
• Marine vertebrate/seabird ecology and conservation
• Applied marine conservation ecology
• Spatial management and MPAs
• Fisheries ecology and management
• Marine conservation policy and practice
• Society and sustainability in marine environments
You will have a relevant doctoral degree and experience at postdoctoral or equivalent level with a proven research track record demonstrated through high calibre outputs of a quality likely to contribute to our future UK Research Excellence Framework (REF) submission.
This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis.
The School of Biological and Marine Sciences holds a Bronze Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education.
The University of Plymouth has a strong interdisciplinary research ethos which is supported by our three strategic Research Institutes; the Marine Institute, the Sustainable Earth Institute, and the Plymouth Institute of Health and Care Research. As a member of our academic community, you’ll be expected to contribute to our recognised research strengths. Working holistically across the University, you will be challenged to innovate, collaborate and deliver impactful research contributions as part of a systems thinking approach to addressing today’s global challenges.
Application Process
Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.
Anticipated Interview Date: Monday 3 November 2025
Our Offer
When joining us, you will receive:
• Generous annual leave: 35 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays & Closure Days
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working
• Retailer discounts
• On-site nursery
A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.
A relocation package may be available to the successful candidate, conditions apply.
This is an exciting chance to be part of a progressive and cutting-edge University in a beautiful location, where you can really make a difference.
The School of Biological and Marine Sciences at the University of Plymouth (https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools/school-of-biological-and-marine-sciences) is seeking to appoint a new Lecturer in Marine Conservation. You will have expertise within the field of marine conservation and marine biology or policy, and be a highly motivated and dynamic academic who seeks the opportunity to build a career in a University with an international reputation in marine conservation. We are particularly interested in applicants with expertise in MPA management, spatial ecology, marine vertebrate/seabird conservation/ecology,. You will be expected to develop a successful research portfolio within our highly successful Marine Conservation Research Group (https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/marine-conservation-research-group)
Based in the Faculty of Science and Engineering, the School of Biological and Marine Sciences is primed to enable students to achieve their ambitions by linking research to real world problems. Students are equipped with the skills they need to make a positive impact on the sustainability of our environment and society. With many amazing ecosystems right on our doorstep in the UK’s first National Marine Park, Plymouth boasts one of the highest concentrations of world-leading marine scientists in Europe and benefits from world-class research facilities such as the Marine Station, a fleet of research vessels and the Scientific Diving Unit.
The successful candidate may be required to obtain an ATAS Certificate prior to this research being undertaken.
For more information on School of Biological and Marine Sciences please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools
For this role, you will need to be on site 3 days a week. Although we can accommodate working from home for this role, flexibility to be on-site will be expected due to business needs.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Dr Simon Ingram: by email at simon.ingram@plymouth.ac.uk
For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.
Our programmes focus on career training, inspiring change for a more sustainable future across the themes of Biological Science, Marine Science, Conservation and Marine Biology. Students are taught by experts in their fields, with teaching informed by world-leading research for which the University has been awarded two Queen’s Anniversary Prizes for Environment and Conservation, and is ranked 6th in UK impact ranking for the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal, Life Below Water in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025.
The appointment will complement and build on our existing research and teaching strengths across a diverse range of marine conservation topics including; marine mammal conservation, ecosystem monitoring, noise and light pollution, community ecology, policy and management, and scientific diving.
The teaching associated with this role is closely aligned to two new programmes planned for 2026; Marine Conservation BSc, and Marine Vertebrate Ecology and Conservation MSc, with additional teaching in our MSc in Marine Conservation and BSc in Ocean Science and Marine Conservation. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to teaching across the school including overseas field courses.
We are seeking applicants with good quantitative skills and research active in any of the following areas:
• Marine vertebrate/seabird ecology and conservation
• Applied marine conservation ecology
• Spatial management and MPAs
• Fisheries ecology and management
• Marine conservation policy and practice
• Society and sustainability in marine environments
You will have a relevant doctoral degree and experience at postdoctoral or equivalent level with a proven research track record demonstrated through high calibre outputs of a quality likely to contribute to our future UK Research Excellence Framework (REF) submission.
This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis.
The School of Biological and Marine Sciences holds a Bronze Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education.
The University of Plymouth has a strong interdisciplinary research ethos which is supported by our three strategic Research Institutes; the Marine Institute, the Sustainable Earth Institute, and the Plymouth Institute of Health and Care Research. As a member of our academic community, you’ll be expected to contribute to our recognised research strengths. Working holistically across the University, you will be challenged to innovate, collaborate and deliver impactful research contributions as part of a systems thinking approach to addressing today’s global challenges.
Application Process
Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.
Anticipated Interview Date: Monday 3 November 2025
Our Offer
When joining us, you will receive:
• Generous annual leave: 35 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays & Closure Days
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working
• Retailer discounts
• On-site nursery
A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.
A relocation package may be available to the successful candidate, conditions apply.