Scientific Officer - Cornwall Inshore Fisheries & Conservation Authority

We are seeking a full-time, fixed term, Scientific Officer to assist Cornwall Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (IFCA) with the management of inshore fisheries around the coast of Cornwall and to assist the Authority to meet some of its statutory obligations.

About You

The role holder will join a small team and will be required to collect, analyse and report fisheries and marine environmental data to inform and support the decisions of the Authority. The role requires time spent collecting data on commercial fishing vessels as well the Authority's survey boat.

You will have a BSc (Hons) in a marine science discipline and you must be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of relevant biological/ecological assessment techniques. You will need excellent communication skills - written and oral. You will work as part of a team and after training, be confident of working alone when required.

Experience in fisheries or marine research and/or management is desirable and you will have knowledge of Cornwall IFCA's work. Demonstrable understanding of commercial inshore fisheries is also a desirable attribute. Ideally you will also be able to demonstrate experience using GIS, using analytical software packages and be able to evidence a good understanding of marine environmental legislation.

Position - Scientific Officer

Location - Hayle/Hybrid - although the successful candidate must be able to travel in Cornwall outside of normal working hours

Grade & salary scale - I, £31,835 (+5%)

Contract - Fixed term maternity cover - 12 months

Working Pattern - Full time

Hours/week - 37.0

Salary Type - Per year

Closing date - 23:59hrs on 17th of March 2026

Interview date - TBC

Please read the role profile for the full details of this role attached below in this advert

Additional Information:

Cornwall Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship or transfer existing sponsorship for this role.

The full role profile is attached here

We recommend saving a copy of this to refer to if you are invited to an interview.

For more information or an informal chat about the role please contact Colin Trundle -

Application Process

Please attach a supporting statement to your application, you can add your Education & Qualifications details manually using the application form timeline or you can upload your CV. Remember to demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points marked as 'Application' on the Role Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. Guidance on how to complete your application can be found here - The application process.

Please note that applications cannot be edited after they have been submitted, please contact if you have any queries or require assistance with your application.

Existing employees must apply using their Cornwall Council email address through the Opportunity Marketplace on Oracle.