Job: Leopard Seal Biologist (part-time) — Kaikōura, New Zealand
Moana Mark, a New Zealand registered charity, is seeking a part-time Leopard Seal Biologist to join its leopard seal research programme in Kaikōura. This is a grant-funded role supporting New Zealand's national leopard seal database, photo-ID catalogue, diet and health research, and a nationwide public sighting and response network. Working alongside and under the guidance of our lead biologist, you will help to: • maintain and update the New Zealand Leopard Seal Database and photo-ID catalogue (sighting entry and matching) • process diet and health data (scat samples, body-condition and injury scoring from photographs) • support the regional response network and public sighting channels • contribute to data management, reporting and science outputs We are looking for someone with: • a tertiary qualification in marine science, ecology or a related field • data management and photo-ID experience; familiarity with R, GIS and Excel an advantage • knowledge of marine mammals and field survey methods • a careful, accurate and methodical approach, and good communication skills • the right to work in New Zealand Details • Location: Kaikōura, New Zealand. On-site only, no remote work. • Start: immediate / as soon as possible • Term: fixed-term to 31 October 2027 • Hours: part-time, approximately 20 hours per week • Rate: NZD $27 per hour • To apply: send a CV and short cover letter to [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> . Applications are reviewed as they are received and the position is open until filled. Kind regards, Dr. Krista van der Linde
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