Head of Group for Marine Processes and Observations

Plymouth Marine Laboratory

PML

Full-time

Job Description

Job Title: Head of Group for Marine Processes and Observations

Purpose of role:

To lead the development and delivery of Marine Processes and Observations research at PML, shaping
the strategic scientiﬁc direction in collaboration with the Director of Science (DoS) and Chief Executive
(CE).

Responsible to: PML Director of Science

Responsible for: Staff and students within the Marine Processes and Observations (MPO) science area

Principal Accountabilities

1. Provide strategic leadership for the development, funding, and delivery of Marine Processes and

Observations research at PML.

2. Act as a member of the Science, Technology and Impact Team in formulating, managing, and

delivering science strategies, policies, plans, and budgets.

3. Foster a research culture that achieves the highest standards of scientiﬁc excellence, innovation,

and productivity.

4. Ensure the MPO group maintains and develops the skills and expertise required to meet PML’s

evolving scientiﬁc needs.

5. Lead and contribute to research proposals, securing competitive funding, and author high-quality

scientiﬁc papers and reports.

6. Manage, mentor, and support the professional development of staff and students within the MPO

group.

7. Work closely with operational teams to ensure seamless integration of scientiﬁc and

organisational activities.

8. Build and sustain effective relationships with external partners, representing PML at local,

national, and international levels.

9. Contribute to the development and delivery of PML Applications, supporting and promoting its

strategic objectives.

10. Take responsibility for health, safety, and wellbeing, ensuring compliance for yourself and for

those under your management.