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Post-Doctoral Fellow (Climate Data for Climate Action)

Contract

On Site

Deadline

June 22, 2025

About the organization

WorldFish

WorldFish

Organization type

Research Institution

In A Nutshell

Location

On Site Batu Maung, Penang, Malaysia

Salary

$43,000 – $52,000

Job Type

Contract

Experience Level

Mid-level

Visa Sponsorship

Available

Deadline to apply

June 22, 2025

Bring together climate observations, model projections, and survey data on fisheries and aquaculture to inform the design, funding, and implementation of climate adaptation interventions.

Responsibilities

  • Aggregate and analyze national and subnational data on climate impacts on aquatic food systems and translate findings into actionable information for different end users.
  • Collaborate with project partners, stakeholders, and local communities to ensure the relevance and impact of research activities and outputs.
  • Contribute to the design, validation, and implementation of frameworks and decision-support tools for climate adaptation in aquatic food systems.
  • Support with the integration of climate-related data into CGIAR and WorldFish databases and data systems.
  • Contribute to project planning, reporting, and communication activities, including writing project proposals, progress reports, and scientific publications.
  • Mentor and supervise research assistants, students, and interns involved in related research activities.
  • Stay abreast of emerging trends and developments in climate data and climate solutions and their applications in aquatic food systems.

Skillset

  • PhD in a relevant field such as climate, marine, or environmental sciences, or a related discipline.
  • Proven research experience in experimental design, data collection, and analysis, preferably in the context of climate change or aquatic food systems.
  • Strong quantitative research skills, including proficiency in statistical analysis software and data visualization.
  • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex research findings to diverse audiences through written reports, presentations, and publications.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, and experience working in interdisciplinary research teams and collaborating with stakeholders from different sectors and backgrounds.
  • Ability to multitask and work within deadlines with minimum supervision.

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