Coastal Process Scientist (Fixed-term) - Strategy & Partnerships

Teignbridge District Council; United States; Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexi scheme

Hybrid working

LGPS pension

Annual leave & wellbeing

Career development

Outdoor surveying

Discount access & support

Job summary

Teignbridge District Council seeks a Coastal Process Scientist for a fixed-term contract up to 12 months to cover maternity leave. Based with the South West Coastal Monitoring team at the University of Plymouth, you will collect, appraise and analyse coastal data to support management decisions.

The role offers hybrid working, a flexi scheme, generous LGPS, and opportunities for professional development and outdoor surveys.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in a marine-related field or equivalent.
• Strong ability to research and analyse coastal data.
• IT skills with GIS, and data interpretation for coastal management.
• Ability to produce analytical reports and provide recommendations.
• Excellent communication with diverse audiences.
• Solid knowledge of coastal processes and management.

Responsibilities

• Support data collection and analysis of coastal processes.
• Prepare detailed analytical reports and coastal management advice.
• Communicate findings to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

GIS

Coastal data analysis

Research ability

Communication skills

Independent research

Field surveying

Education

Honours degree or equivalent

Tools

GIS Software

Job description

Coastal Process Scientist

Fixed-term contract for up-to 12 months, to cover the postholder’s maternity leave

£32,046 - £34,811 per annum (depending on experience)

• 37 hours per week
• This is a full-time position, however, we welcome applications from those who wish to work part-time or job share.

Join the South West Coastal Monitoring team based at the University of Plymouth to help monitor our coast around the whole of South West England! This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of coastal process scientists to help collect, appraise and analyse data supporting coastal processes around our beautiful coastline.

We can offer:

• A flexi scheme with up to 2 days flexi per month that can be taken.
• Hybrid working - part office based, and part home based.
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave and wellbeing package.
• Career development through professional learning and development.
• Outdoor surveying opportunities (of beaches and perhaps coastal assets).
• 24/7 employee discount access and employee assistance support.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• An Honours Degree or equivalent in Marine Science, Marine Geography, Civil or Maritime Engineering, Oceanography or similar.
• An excellent level of competency in researching and analysing coastal process data.
• IT skills, including GIS (Geographic Information System), particularly in respect to coastal processes and management.
• The ability to undertake independent research and produce detailed analytical reports together with advice and recommendations for coastal management authorities.
• The ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences, and to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external colleagues.
• Excellent knowledge of coastal processes and how this impacts local communities.
• Knowledge of coastal management practices.
• The level of fitness necessary to undertake coastal asset surveys involving carrying equipment and walking significant distances.

We’re better together.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their age, caring responsibilities, disability, sex, gender reassignment/trans status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation and socio-economic status. We also welcome applications from military veterans and their families.

It is vital to read the job description and person specification for this role - it will help you understand whether your knowledge, skills and experience match the job requirements. The candidate will be expected to work at a Grade D (see Career Grade Details in the job description). In your supporting statement please tell us how you meet each of the essential criteria asked for in the person specification.

Closing Date

Tuesday 6 th October 2026 @ midnight

Interview Date

Thursday 22 nd / Friday 23 rd October 2026

Please note that we are unable to sponsor work visas.

Please note that all applicants will be notified whether or not they have progressed to the interview stage by 16 th October 2026.

For an informal discussion please contact Emerald Siggery, Coastal Process Team Leader, on [e-mail]

No agencies please.