Environmental Research Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Livingston; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in marine training and regulatory material is seeking an Environmental Research Assistant for a 12-month full-time position in Livingston. The role involves conducting research, assisting with publications, and collaborating with the Senior Environmental Editor. Candidates should possess a PhD or master's degree in a relevant field and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Company wellbeing plan

Pension

Qualifications

• PhD or master’s degree (distinction grade) in a relevant field is required.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to assess and determine relevant information for research projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research using multiple resources, including NGOs and scientific materials.
• Assist with creating and updating publications under the Senior Environmental Editor.
• Coordinate research projects and meet deadlines efficiently.

Skills

Research assessment

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

PhD or master’s degree in science, geography or environmental field

Job description

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Client:

Witherbys

Location:

livingston, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

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Job Description:

Witherby Publishing Group is a specialist publisher of marine training, reference and regulatory material for the shipping industry, including key safety titles for shipping within the oil & gas sector.

We are looking for an Environmental Research Assistant to join our busy technical team on a full time basis for a period of 12 months, working directly with our Senior Environmental Editor.

Responsibilities:

• Utilising multiple resources for research purposes – Non-Government Organisations, system manufacturers and other scientific technical resources
• Identifying, consolidating and summarising key research findings relevant to the shipping industry and sharing these within the technical team
• Assisting the Senior Environmental Editor with creating and updating publications
• Working closely with the Senior Environmental Editor to meet deadlines in a timely manner
• Assisting with planning and coordination of research projects
• Any other activities that the Company requires.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• PhD or master’s degree (distinction grade), preferably in a science, geography or environmental related field
• Ability to assess and determine relevant information for research projects
• Ability to understand complicated subject work - maritime and environmental
• Competent in understanding fine detail of research material whilst being able to view its relevance to the overall scope of the work
• Exceptional listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines efficiently.

Competence:

• Curious and creative mindset with a tenacious attitude towards research
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Have a pragmatic approach towards environmental research
• Collaborative working with the technical team and other staff members across the business
• Flexible, hard-working and keen to expand knowledge outside of qualification field

Salary and Conditions:

• Salary is £30,000 per annum

• This is an office-based role

• Normal place of work is Livingston, but there may be some travel UK and Europe wide

• You will report to the Senior Environmental Editor

• Company wellbeing plan and pension.

To apply please forward your CV to [emailprotected] with a covering letter by the 1st June 2025.

All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. If you are invited to interview you will be asked to bring original documents or an online right to work check share code that confirms you have the legal right to work in the UK.