Field Researchers – Exciting Summer Opportunity (paid)!
Looking for an adventure this summer? Dive into the dynamic world of Economics as a Field
Researcher with us – We are offering five exciting positions where you’ll
become an integral part of our bustling Economics team. Apply by 6 May.
What’s this role about?
As a Field Researcher, you’ll play a vital role in gathering data for our annual survey of the
fishing fleet throughout the UK. Picture yourself visiting different ports and harbours, some
in breath-taking locations, and interacting with fishermen, vessel owners, and skippers as you
collect socio-economic information for our fleet survey. This role is a great opportunity to
gain hands-on experience in the UK’s seafood sector and a chance for you to contribute to our
publications by sharing your insights gleaned from engaging directly with those involved in the
industry.
If you’re eager to explore different locations throughout the UK, we would love to hear from
you!
Before you embark on this thrilling journey, here’s what you need to know:
You’ll have specific targets for completing surveys, but don’t worry, we’ll support you every
step of the way.
You will need to be able to drive for this role. Our goal is to survey every single port and
harbour in the UK, which means visiting numerous locations across the country. You’ll be on the
move a lot, staying overnight in different areas. We’ll set you up with a vehicle for your
convenience.
Due to the diverse schedules of individuals you will engage with, flexibility is key. Get
ready to think outside the box to achieve your survey targets.
We’ve got you covered! Our team led by the Fleet Survey Project Manager will meticulously
plan, organise, and cover all your travel costs and accommodations, ensuring a seamless
experience for you.
We’ll offer comprehensive training to ensure you’re fully equipped with interview techniques,
industry knowledge, and safety protocols before you hit the field. This training is scheduled
to occur during the first weeks of July and will be held in Edinburgh and Peterhead, so it’s
essential that you are available during that time. Our aim is to make sure you’re well-prepared
and confident in your abilities before you begin your research activities.
Quick overview of the Field Researcher role
What it’s like to work in the Economics, Insight and Advice Team at Seafish
Seafish is here to give the UK seafood sector the support it needs to thrive. Our work makes a
huge difference. We collaborate with a wide range of partners – from seafood businesses and
trade bodies to government, regulators, and environmental organisations – and we engage in
everything from research to campaigns, insight, and training.
The Seafish Economics, Insight and Advice team provides research and insight on a range of
topics and sectors in the seafood industry including fishing, processing, trade and retail. We
collect and analyse data on the economic performance of fishing and processing businesses,
their workforce and seafood trade and retail among other areas.
We provide key advice to Government, industry and researchers which helps inform fisheries,
labour and trade policies. Our outputs include the Economics of the UK Fishing Fleet reports,
Quay Issues magazine and our digital Enquiry Tools – have a look!
Our annual survey of the fishing fleet is one of our key pieces of research looking into the
health of the UK’s fishing sector. The survey investigates the economic performance of the
fleet and the demographics of the people who work in it. The outputs of the fleet survey allow
us to better understand the social impact the industry has on coastal communities and the
impacts of fisheries management policies.
Take a look at Seafish data on Tableau
Main responsibilities
To be successful in this role you will need…
Qualification (desirable but not essential):
Other desirable skills:
What we are offering:
Application process
To apply for the post you should email your application to [email protected]. Please
include ‘Field Researcher’ in the subject line of your email.
Your application should include:
The deadline for applications is 6 May 2024.
Candidates invited to interview will be given at least one weeks’ notice of proposed interview
date to allow you to prepare. At this stage you may be asked to complete a short task in
advance of interview and then answer some competency-based questions during interview.
We can’t wait to hear from you!
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