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WE'RE HIRING 📣 We are seeking a Chief Operating Officer to co-lead and implement Nekton’s strategy, operational and fiscal oversight and team management. This includes collaborating with science, marine operations, logistics, data, communications, finance and central operations teams along with an international alliance of science, business, government, philanthropic and civil society partners. As Chief Operating Officer, you will manage one of the major global marine biodiversity programmes of the decade, radically advance our knowledge of ocean life, catalyse global marine conservation, inspire ocean engagement, and harness and champion equitable, international collaboration. Experience in marine research, environment, conservation and / or marine industry is desirable but not essential and candidates from other sectors are encouraged to apply. APPLY NOW: https://lnkd.in/ecGa374w Please share this opportunity with your networks.

Updates from our Species Discovery Workshop in Chile! The team have had a productive first week sorting and analysing samples and specimens from the summer's Nazca High Seas expedition. The expedition was led by Schmidt Ocean Institute and you can read about the incredible discoveries made in the link below. The species discovery workshop is now taking place at Universidad Católica del Norte. Over the last week, scientists from the Ocean Census Science Network have been studying squat lobsters, brittle stars, sea stars, urchins and gastropods. 🐌 We also welcomed a team visiting from Juan Fernandez, who were able to get up close to the deep sea specimens, and learn how the scientists are growing our knowledge of the south Pacific, deep sea biodiversity. Please join us in wishing the team an exciting week ahead and congratulating them on their work so far. More information on the Nazca High Seas expedition: https://lnkd.in/eUqVZQkP

JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT THE OCEAN CENSUS We're looking forward to a busy calendar of expeditions and workshops next year, and as a result are looking to expand our Science and Expeditions teams. Apply via the links below. Please note the different application deadlines. 🔬 Workshop Coordinator The Workshop Coordinator is responsible for developing and managing all the species discovery workshops, and the curation of all specimens collected through Ocean Census. Additional responsibilities and opportunities are phased into the development of the role from April 2025, and this may include participating in some research expeditions. Apply Now ➡️https://lnkd.in/gdREgtVz Deadline: 15th December 2024 🚢 Expeditions Logistics Coordinator We are looking for an individual with relevant experience to support the Expedition Team in travel, administrative and logistical aspects of implementing expeditions. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with experience in either international logistics, scientific field operations, maritime operations, or media production. Apply Now ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gF8reM7p Deadline: 20th December 2024 Please share these opportunities with your networks.

NEW VACANCY: Workshop Coordinator The Ocean Census team is expanding and we are looking for a Workshop Coordinator to join the team. Details to apply on our website ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e6YKxFJP The Workshop Coordinator is responsible for developing and managing all the species discovery workshops (including leading some of these) and the curation of all specimens collected through the Ocean Census. Additional responsibilities and opportunities are phased into the development of the role from April 2025, and this may include participating in some research expeditions. Deadline for applications: 15th December 2024

The next Ocean Census 'Species Discovery Workshop' begins today at the Universidad Católica del Norte in Chile. This past July and August, the Ocean Census Science Network joined forces with the Schmidt Ocean Institute (SOI) team on an expedition to the Nazca Ridge, an underwater mountain range 900 miles off the coast of Chile. During this expedition, scientists identified 20 potentially new marine species and mapped a new seamount. This mission was the third in a series of SOI expeditions to the Salas y Gómez and Nazca Ridges in 2024, following discoveries in January and February that revealed over 150 species previously unknown to science. Many of these species and known fauna were observed in new areas, expanding scientists’ understanding of marine biodiversity. The new discoveries will be registered with the Ocean Census, adding to the catalogue of marine biodiversity and facilitating future species discovery. As part of this effort, Universidad Católica del Norte will host the next Ocean Census Species Discovery Workshop in Chile. Over the next 3 weeks, scientists, including five taxonomists from the Ocean Census Science Network, will analyze the material collected during the expeditions. The workshop will fast-track species discovery and ensure type material is preserved at the National Museum of Chile. Discover the latest updates from the Nazca Ridge expedition ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e56BMVwA

How do you engage the public with scientific research? This week, the Ocean Census communications team is excited to be joining the wider marine science communications community at #CommOcean 2024 conference. CommOcean takes place every two years and features expert-led workshops, networking sessions, and discussions on the latest trends in ocean science communication. We're looking forward to connecting with fellow communicators, exchanging ideas, and exploring ways to make vital yet often complex ocean research more accessible to the public, policymakers, stakeholders, and those outside the scientific community. Engaging diverse audiences in marine science is important for driving informed action and creating a deeper understanding of our ocean. Are you at #CommOcean this week? Drop us a message or comment below! 👇

We are pleased to announce that Ocean Census are supporting an additional 7 taxonomists in the discovery of new species, through the Ocean Census Awards. Meet the awardees below! 👇 Supporting taxonomists is fundamental to the Ocean Census mission. Empowering taxonomists to uncover and document new species expands our knowledge of marine biodiversity. Understanding marine biodiversity allows us to better protect species at risk and understand their roles in our planet’s health. The discoveries funded by the Ocean Census Awards will be formally registered to the Ocean Census database. 🌐 In addition, we invite other scientists to register their own species discoveries to the Ocean Census. By creating this global repository, we can collaboratively build a comprehensive record of marine life. Find out more ➡ https://lnkd.in/eDY9k8ts   #OceanCensusAwards Nekton #TheNipponFoundation FAPESP Kerry Hadfield Malherbe NWU Water Research Group Unit for Environmental Sciences and Management - NWU Giada Spagliardi Naturalis Biodiversity Center University of Kerala

📣 Vacancy: Head of Science for the Ocean Census 📣 As Head of Science, you will lead one of the major global marine biodiversity programmes of the decade. Apply: https://lnkd.in/e8zskjjG Deadline: Friday 29th November.

Our November newsletter is out! Read the latest updates including: 🌊 Job opportunities, including Head of Science for Ocean Census 🌊 Takeaways from the Blue Earth Summit 🌊 Upcoming species discovery workshop in Chile 🌊 Opportunities for funding, internships, field courses and conferences with our partners November newsletter: https://lnkd.in/e6bWsuWx Our Science Network is almost at 700 members. Join today to keep up to date with the latest news across the Ocean Census Alliance, and be part of this long term project to accelerate species discovery. https://lnkd.in/dCuAshDt

Our November newsletter is out! Read the latest updates including: 🌊 Job opportunities, including Head of Science for Ocean Census 🌊 Takeaways from the Blue Earth Summit 🌊 Upcoming species discovery workshop in Chile 🌊 Opportunities for funding, internships, field courses and conferences with our partners November newsletter: https://lnkd.in/e6bWsuWx Our Science Network is almost at 700 members. Join today to keep up to date with the latest news across the Ocean Census Alliance, and be part of this long term project to accelerate species discovery. https://lnkd.in/dCuAshDt