As part of the 2018 TOSCA expedition (https://www.ucd.ie/earthsciences/newsandevents/recentnews/ucdschoolofearthsciences-ledinternationalexpeditiontoscasetssail/), 5 ROV dives were acquired on the core complex of the Charlie-Gibbs Fracture Zone at 500-3,000 m in depth. With over 200 species likely observed during the investigation of complex geological features, this dataset represents a perfect opportunity to examine fine-scale environmental drivers of community composition and diversity in a biologically rich area of the deep sea.
Looking for a student with a background in marine biology or ecology, and interested in processing imagery data for megabenthic species identification (including cold-water corals and sponges). Student should ideally have a strong quantitative background (e.g. knowledge of R), previous field/research experience, excellent English skills (oral and written) and an interest in working collaboratively. This position will be based at the Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University, St John’s, NL, Canada, but the student will be part of the Geography department (https://www.mun.ca/become/graduate/programs/ geography.php?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkqTF4YuL3gIVi7bICh28IQipEAAYASAAEgJnT_D_BwE. This project will also involve collaborations with colleagues in the UK and Ireland. To apply, please visit: https://www.mi.mun.ca/departments/officeofresearchanddevelopment/ourresearchers/katleenrobert/ Closing date December 1st 2018.
