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SmartSat CRC and SA Water PhD Scholarship - Advancing the monitoring of seagrass dynamics with hyperspectral remote sensing

refuge for fish and other marine species, sediment stabilization, and carbon sequestration. They represent the most extensive coastal blue carbon sink in southern Australia. Seagrasses currently occupy

Research Associate in Ocean Modelling

layer variations? Undertake other duties as assigned by the supervisor. What we’re looking for: A PhD or equivalent in fluid dynamics, physical oceanography, atmospheric science , applied mathematics

Ocean Modelling in the Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies, which is part of College of Sciences and Engineering at the University of Tasmania. This initial fixed term contract will be for three

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Ecological Modelling

. Take on leadership opportunities that arise and contribute to the collegiate life of IMAS. What we’re looking for: A PhD in Experimental Marine Ecology, Ecological Modelling or an equivalent field

Senior Research Officer - Marine Spatial Ecology

Requirements PhD in applied ecology, preferably in marine systems and spatial ecology. Experience in field and lab-based marine research. Demonstrated ability and expertise in undertaking comprehensive

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PhD Scholarship in Marine Conservation Finance

PhD Scholarship in Marine Conservation Finance Job No.: 662857 Location: Clayton campus Employment Type: Full-time Duration: 3-year and 6-month fixed-term appointment Remuneration: The successful

Research Fellow, Research School of Earth Sciences

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Postdoctoral Fellow, Research School of Earth Sciences

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Associate Lecturer, Genomics (Part-Time)

applications in various biological contexts. You will also have: A PhD in a relevant field of biology; Expertise in genomics, bioinformatics and phylogenetics; Evidence of experience in quality undergraduate and

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Marine and coastal science looks at all aspects of the marine environment, encompassing many disciplines. Within the School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES), marine and coastal science can be studied with an emphasis on biology, Earth sciences or oceanography. Marine biologists look at life on the shore and in the oceans and estuaries, whereas marine geologists study the structure and topography of the ocean floor, ocean sedimentation and marine resources. Physical oceanography is focused on understanding waves, currents and their importance to climate and fisheries.

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We're ranked 33rd in the world for Earth & Marine Science. * UNSW is home to the Centre for Marine Science and Innovation , which provides plenty of opportunities to experience real-world marine research. The Centre’s expertise and experience covers a multidisciplinary mix of ecological and biological sciences, physical and biological oceanography, environmental impact assessment, coastal geomorphology and engineering.

Career opportunities in marine and coastal science

With 85% of Australian’s living near the coast, Australia has a large and growing “blue economy” involving tourism, fisheries, transport, energy and aquaculture. Managing our marine resources requires marine scientists that can work across a range of disciplines including engineering, conservation, biology, physics, geomorphology, chemistry, oceanography and palaeontology. Graduates find employment in many different government departments and research organisations (for example, fisheries, marine parks, museums, CSIRO, the Australian Institute of Marine Science, universities) as well as in the tourism industry. Graduates may also enjoy work in the aquaculture and marine biotechnology industry and growing sectors of private industry, such as consultant companies undertaking specialist research in resource and environmental fields.

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If you're passionate about the environment, studying science is a great way to have a meaningful impact through almost all disciplines. In addition to marine and coastal science, you might be interested in studying biology , climate science , Earth science , ecology, environmental management , geography or physical oceanography.

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You can study marine and coastal science in the following undergraduate degrees:

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Gain research experience and enhance your career prospects with an honours degree. These programs are designed to connect your undergraduate study with supervised independent research. An honours degree also provides a pathway into further study, such as a Masters by Research or PhD. You can take honours as a standalone degree or as part of an embedded honours program.

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Master of Marine Science and Management

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Marine biology is much more than just swimming with dolphins – it is the key to understanding and responding to important issues facing our planet, like global warming and the impact of tourism and pollution on our oceans.

You’ll become an expert in marine biological systems, and in the application of ecological principles and environmental management strategies.

You’ll also develop a breadth of knowledge across many disciplines, from biological sciences such as botany and zoology to the physical sciences of chemistry, geography and oceanography.

You may then decide to explore careers in commercial aquaculture, environmental monitoring, research or tourism (and yes, that may include swimming with dolphins).

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Marine biologists and ocean scientists use contemporary tools and technology to study the different processes that shape our marine environments and the spectacular diversity of marine organisms within them.

Our experts investigate phenomena from local to global scales, from microscopic phytoplankton to cetacean megafauna to coral reef ecology. They also study the physics of ocean currents and the chemical and biological influences on the carbon cycle and their influence on climate change.

Learning from our experts, you’ll gain a range of technical skills, including water-quality sampling, using marine technology, remote sensing skills, spatial skills, big data analyses, marine organism identification, and more.

You’ll explore marine and coastal environmental protection, physical and biological oceanography, sedimentology, coral reef ecology and conservation, marine geoscience, environmental geochemistry, coastal and catchment processes, ecology and evolution of marine invertebrates, fisheries and aquaculture.

UQ marine biology and ocean science graduates work in varied fields as marine park managers, technicians in fisheries or aquaculture, ecological consultants, oceanographers, marine conservationists, science communicators, and more.

Why choose marine biology and ocean science at UQ?

You’ll learn alongside award-winning researchers and teaching specialists who are world leaders in their fields and many of whom are part of the Centre for Marine Science .

You’ll develop critical and creative thinking skills, and apply the communication and quantitative toolkit you’ll need for your future career.

You’ll also gain hands-on experiences through workshops, practicals and excursions, or field trips to some of Australia’s most pristine ecosystems and research stations, including Moreton Bay Research Station on Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) and Heron Island Research Station on the Great Barrier Reef.

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UQ’s marine science programs are renowned for their hands-on experiences, focus on persistent environmental challenges, and relevance to the bioeconomy and its current and emerging industries.

You’ll gain field experience during your stay at UQ’s marine stations on the Great Barrier Reef and in the subtropical Coral Sea, and hone your practical and technical skills in advanced laboratories on campus at UQ St Lucia.

You’ll learn from one of the largest groups of marine researchers in Australia, and many members of the Centre for Marine Science are world experts in their fields.

Our research leaders have expertise across a range of disciplines, including marine biology, coastal and ocean systems, ecology and conservation, geography and geology, biotechnology, global change science, engineering, business and law.

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Gain the latest knowledge and crucial practical and field experience with a marine-focused major within the three-year UQ Bachelor of Science:

Coastal and Ocean Science
Marine Biology .

You can take these as a single major, together as a comprehensive marine science double major, or with another science or humanities major or minor. Coastal and Ocean Science is also available as an extended major.

You can also study marine biology within the:

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (1 year)
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Upskill and develop your career path with the latest knowledge and approaches in conservation, environmental science and environmental management.

UQ’s intensive postgraduate coursework programs cover both marine and terrestrial systems.

Master of Conservation Biology
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With close to 100 research groups and 400 PhD candidates and master’s research students, UQ is renowned for its marine research worldwide.

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Students from selected international partner institutions can spend a semester studying marine and terrestrial ecosystems on one of UQ’s international partner programs .

If eligible, you’ll study with us for a semester that is based around blended fieldwork, laboratory skills and research.

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When you study marine biology in the Bachelor of Science at JCU, you will learn from world-leaders in marine and coastal ecosystems, with the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef on your doorstep.

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What is Marine Biology?

Marine biology is the scientific study of animals, plants and organisms within the ocean and other saltwater environments. It is also the study of how these elements interact with the marine environment as marine and coastal ecosystems.

Marine biology also involves studying the impact that humans have on the marine environment, and how oceans and the atmosphere interact. In other words, marine biology is also interconnected with climate science and the study of global warming, and with ocean conservation.

Marine biology is vital to our understanding and preservation of the planet and humanity.

Like all fields of science, marine biology incorporates theoretical and technical knowledge, alongside practical applications in the field, lab and research settings of every type, including oceans, wetlands and estuaries, and aquarium-based experiments.

The ocean covers approximately 70 per cent of the Earth’s surface and it remains largely uncharted^. This means there is vast potential to explore and learn about the ocean, and almost limitless opportunities for marine biology researchers and professional scientists to make new discoveries.

Marine biology also has a number of specialisations, including marine ecology; marine microbiology; biological oceanography; aquaculture; fisheries biology and management; marine population, community and ecosystem dynamics; coral reef science; marine conservation; zoology and more. Some of these specialisations may be studied alongside a Major in Marine Biology, as part of the Bachelor of Science at JCU. See the full list of JCU BSci Majors and electives .

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The Marine Biology major in JCU's Bachelor of Science degree provides access to a unique tropical learning environment with research stations, state-of-the-art laboratories and the Great Barrier Reef right on our doorstep.

What does a marine biologist do?

Marine biologists are scientists who spend their life immersed – often literally – in oceans and other saltwater environments.

Ocean conservation is a passion for many marine biologists; however, there are a range of areas in which you might pursue research or focus your efforts.

Marine biologists may work as generalists, collecting and analysing data from diverse marine species in oceans, wetlands and estuaries to better understand marine biodiversity, and determine impacts of environmental change on marine ecosystems.

Or, marine biologists may become specialists, developing new knowledge through research into a particular type of marine organism, including animals, plants, and microorganisms.

As a marine biologist, you will apply scientific principles and processes across all of your work. Sampling and experimental design, statistical analysis, taxonomy and systematics, functional morphology, molecular biology, biochemistry, physiology, behaviour, ecology and evolution will be among the skills you may use daily as you study diverse marine ecosystems.

Increasingly, marine biologists will also use the latest technology, such as sophisticated arrays of data loggers, advanced analytical chemistry equipment, underwater drones and mini-submarines, to gather data and study marine habitats among the ocean depths.

A marine biologist must be adept in the water and behind a computer, using custom software to analyse underwater images and video, to input and process data, conduct complex analyses including artificial intelligence methods, and to communicate findings.

Working as a marine biologist, you will develop diverse capabilities and experience. In addition to your marine biology qualifications, you may need to undertake practical training in areas such as scuba diving, boat driving, aquarium-based experiments, animal husbandry, and environmental health and safety.

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Learn from world-renowned lecturers and engage with experts in your chosen field with an Advanced Science degree from JCU. Develop strong research and communication skills as you investigate the role of science in creating sustainable futures within the Tropics. Model solutions to case studies from an array of biophysical contexts and extend your hands-on learning by completing a research internship or practical placement.

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Explore dynamic marine and coastal systems with Marine Science. Develop expertise in seabed mapping and fish assessment sonar, oceanographic sensors and other marine technologies. Gain valuable, hands-on experience through fieldwork at JCU’s Orpheus Island Research Station and on various coral reefs along the Great Barrier Reef.

Embrace the exciting world of science. Pair your scientific study with experiences like no other — explore environments like the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest or conduct research in state-of-the-art labs. Learn how to train an AI algorithm to identify flora and fauna species or dig into the earth’s history to find prehistoric remains. Graduate career-ready with advanced practical skills and a drive for discovery.

Gain a solid foundation for university study as you build academic skills, confidence and knowledge. Take classes relevant to your study goals and get a taste of university life in this qualification designed to help you meet the entry requirements of your desired degree. Enter university prepared for success after this one-year course.

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Build upon your undergraduate science degree or broaden your professional experience with hands-on learning in your field of interest. You’ll expand your capacity for research, investigation, analysis and communication as you hone your skills in fully-equipped research facilities alongside experienced lecturers. Embrace the opportunities for practical learning and field work and make connections with those working in your industry.

Develop outstanding discipline knowledge of marine biology and advance your skills in the areas most sought after by marine sector employers. Gain unrivalled hands-on experience in unique locations like the JCU Orpheus Island Research Station on the Great Barrier Reef. Work with emerging technologies for marine ecosystem monitoring, learn how to incorporate vital data analysis methods into your work and research, and collaborate with world-leading researchers in Coral Reef Science and Management

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Advance your professional career in science with independent research or a focused industry project. Through your studies, you will expand your knowledge and understanding of the problems facing natural environments, and their solutions, using the complex reef and terrestrial environments of the tropics as examples. You will also expand your practical, analytical and communication skills, and gain first-hand experience through tailored professional internships or research projects that can lead

Advance your professional career in science with independent research or a focused industry project. Through your studies, you will expand your knowledge and understanding of the problems facing natural environments as well as their solutions, using the complex reef and terrestrial environments of the tropics as examples. You will also expand your practical, analytical and communication skills, and gain first-hand experience through your course work classes. You can concentrate your studies by

What jobs are there in marine biology?

As a marine biologist, you could work in conservation biology and policy, environmental and resource management, fisheries biology, ecosystem restoration and marine impact assessments.

When you study marine biology at JCU, you might find marine biology jobs with not-for-profit organisations, universities and other research institutions, commercial organisations and governments.

Marine biologists may work in and around Australia’s many unique marine environments, including the Great Barrier Reef, Ningaloo Reef, Montgomery Reef, Lord Howe Island, Hinchinbrook Island and many more. You may also work on diverse sites such as kelp forests, Ramsar wetlands, seagrass meadows, mangrove forests and so on.

Or, you may find may work as a marine biologist internationally, in a range of precious marine and coastal locations.

The kinds of jobs you could hold with a Bachelor of Science majoring in Marine Biology from JCU include:

Marine biologist
Ocean conservationist
Marine policy advisor
Corporate relations
Commercial researcher
Academic researcher
Fisheries advisor
Environmental advisor
Environmental consultant
Environmental impact assessment work
Projects on coasts/wetlands/seagrass
Biological oceanographer.

What is the difference between Marine Science and Marine Biology?

In addition to its Marine Biology Major through the Bachelor of Science , JCU also offers a Bachelor of Marine Science .

JCU’s Marine Science degree has a focus on the sustainability of oceans and is ideal for students interested in physical and chemical science, or an oceanography degree.

Marine science students are trained to work with developing oceanography technologies. They use seabed mapping technology, tagging and tracking equipment and high-precision sensors to track activity in the ocean. They will also cover ocean fundamentals such as understanding biological processes, the chemistry of the ocean, marine geography and fisheries science.

Similar to studying marine biology, marine science students learn how to collect data and assess the health of marine life populations; however, marine biologists may be more focused on the creatures and plants themselves – and their ecosystem interactions – rather than the geographical elements.

Why study Marine Biology at JCU?

When you study with us, you will be equipped to excel. JCU’s Marine Biology Major delivers well-developed practical experience alongside rigorous theoretical and technical knowledge.

If you have an existing qualification and want to take your Marine Biology studies further, JCU's Master of Marine Biology will advance your skills in the areas most sought after by marine sector employers.

JCU marine biology students have access to state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities, like the JCU Science Place and the JCU Orpheus Island Research Station .

As a marine biology student, you can also benefit from our researchers’ strong links with industry including the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA), Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS), Museum of Tropical Queensland , TropWATER and CSIRO Townsville .

Townsville has been rated as the world's second most-prolific city for research related to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 'Life below water (SDG14)' by the Nature Index . The Nature Index is based on research published in 82 high-quality scientific research journals between 2015 and 2020, 52 per cent of the research conducted in the area came from JCU.

You will gain valuable employability skills through practical experiments and opportunities to acquire hands-on experience in diverse marine environments like reefs, mangroves, and intertidal zones.

You will also have the opportunity to undertake real-world marine biology research in unrivalled locations including the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef.

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Alumni bachelor of science, majoring in marine biology.

"I love the research teams and labs I have been involved in. Everything from swimming with minke whales in the northern Great Barrier Reef to working with baby seahorses, there have been so many cool opportunities. I also appreciate all of the connections I have made, from top researchers in this field to my cohort in the classes."

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