M/F Scientific manager for the coral reef restoration and conservation program in Fort-de-Franc[...]

CNRS; France; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Un institut de recherche scientifique en France cherche un Responsable Scientifique pour coordonner des projets de recherche marine dans le cadre de la conservation des récifs coralliens. Le candidat idéal a au moins 10 ans d'expérience dans la gestion de projets marins, ainsi qu'un PhD en écologie marine. Cette position est à temps partiel, à partir de janvier 2026.

Qualifications

• Expérience solide dans la gestion de projets de recherche et de conservation marine.
• Une expérience avérée dans la coordination de réseaux scientifiques.
• Maîtrise des méthodes de restauration des récifs coralliens.

Responsabilités

• Coordonner les activités de recherche et de conservation liées au projet GPMLM.
• Superviser un chercheur postdoctoral sur la micro-fragmentation des coraux.
• Développer un programme de recherche axé sur la conservation/restauration des récifs.

Connaissances

Gestion de projets de recherche marine

Restauration des récifs coralliens

Utilisation de GIS

Modélisation conceptuelle

Interopérabilité et collaboration en réseau

Formation

PhD en écologie marine tropicale, biologie des coraux ou domaine connexe

Outils

Outils statistiques multivariés

Description du poste

Organisation/Company CNRS Department Pouvoirs, Histoire, Esclavages, Environnement Atlantique Caraïbe Research Field Environmental science Political sciences » Science and society Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Country France Application Deadline 8 Dec 2025 - 23:59 (UTC) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Hours Per Week Less than 35 Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Scientific Lead will coordinate research and conservation activities under the compensatory measures associated with the GPMLM port expansion project, pursuing an integrated and sustainable approach to restoring coral reefs and the associated ecosystem services. They will also be responsible for developing complementary research projects and contributing to their implementation (notably BestLife 2030 – the RECIF project).

Coordination of the scientific program linked to the CNRS–GPMLM experimental platform for reef function conservation.

• Coordination: leading the experimental platform; supervising a postdoctoral researcher on the micro-fragmentation of Caribbean coral species; implementing research programs.
• Needs assessment: clarifying scientific, logistical, and infrastructure requirements for effective program deployment, including optimisation of the research infrastructure.
• Scientific planning: developing a research program focused on reef conservation/restoration; identifying research priorities; and adapting research methods to regional specificities (coral micro-fragmentation, ecological indicators, photogrammetry).

Under the auspices of the GPMLM and in partnership with the CNRS, the Scientific Lead will be responsible for the implementation and oversight of the scientific program for assessing, protecting, and restoring reef ecosystems in the Fort-de-France Bay. This position is a part-time 5O %

Research Field Political sciences » Science and society Years of Research Experience More than 10

Additional Information

Eligibility criteria

Knowledge

Education: PhD in tropical marine ecology, coral biology, or a related field.

Experience: Solid track record in managing marine research and conservation projects, specifically within Caribbean reef ecosystems. Proven experience coordinating scientific networks and implementing applied research programs.

Technical Skills

Mastery of coral reef restoration methods and in-depth knowledge of anthropogenic pressures on tropical marine ecosystems.

Expertise in ecosystem services assessment, use of GIS, conceptual modeling, and multivariate statistical tools.

Thorough knowledge of Martinique's coastal environments and of watershed–coastal zone interactions in an island context.

Interpersonal Skills

Strong organisational abilities, leadership, and aptitude for teamwork and network collaboration.

Excellent written and oral communication skills in French and ideally in English.