Senior Researcher Marine Mammals

Do you have experience in research on the effect of human activities on marine mammals and do you want to advice on a sustainable use of the North Sea? If so, this vacancy might be of interest to you.
"Several marine mammal species, including harbour and grey seal and harbour porpoise inhabit the North Sea area. This area is also one of the most heavily used seas by man. Several of the human activities that take place, including offshore wind parks, underwater explosions, seismic surveys and shipping may impact these marine mammals. This calls for applied research into the effect of these activities and how these effects can be mitigated or reduced. The increasing interest in further developing the North Sea for human use has led to a growing demand for related research and expertise. As a result, we are now looking for an experienced and independent researcher to strengthen our team and our connections to Ministries, companies and NGOs."

The team in which this challenging position becomes available focuses on the possible disruptive effects of human activities on seals and other marine mammals. We would like to welcome a senior marine mammal researcher, who will work with direct colleagues in this team as well as closely with other research teams within WMR, WUR and beyond.

As a (senior) Researcher you will be involved in the following:

• Independently leading various research projects, aimed at possible disruptive effects of human actions on seals and other marine mammals. Examples of projects can be found here;
• To further strengthen and enlarge the research field based on your expertise, together with the team.
• Is advisory to governmental and non-governmental committees.
• Acquiring research projects and building up and maintaining an (inter)national network.
• Contribute to a long-term vision in support of national and international research agendas.
• Publishing in scientific literature and presenting research results at (inter)national conferences, symposia and meetings.