Vacancy – Social Science Researcher

Position: Social Science Researcher 
Salary: $25,580- $42,982 plus generous benefit package
Closing Date: Until filled

The Palau International Coral Reef Center is searching for a qualified candidate to fill the role of a Social Science Researcher, responsible to lead on designing and implementing socioeconomic  assessments and relevant studies to support the Center’s scientific monitoring program. 

The Social Science Researcher will coordinate organizational and scientific capabilities surrounding  social science data with relevant personnel, partners, and collaborators. The position will utilize current  theoretical and applied social science models, methods, and data to evaluate changes in social dynamics,  cultural, and behavioral responses to inform management and policy. Develop briefings, reports and  recommendations in support of relevant monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and assist with  the communication of these to management, partners, communities and relevant stakeholders. Support research efforts by focusing on communicating highly technical information, including  social and biological science data to diverse audiences that may include individuals not as well  versed in the various technical aspects of the science. The position will develop an annual work  plan that prioritizes and guides implementation of activities. 

This position requires at a minimum, a Master’s degree in one of the Social Science fields (e.g.,  anthropology, sociology, geography, political science, rural or community development,  economics, psychology, human dimensions of natural resources) or related field.  

*Interested applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree and four (4) years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply. 

To apply, please email your CV, name of two (2) references, 2×2 size photo copy, and a cover  letter to Ms. Caryn Lkong Koshiba, Director of Administration, at [email protected]. 

Submitted applications will be acknowledged upon receipt. Only short-listed applicants will be  notified within two weeks after the closing date of this announcement to set up interview  appointments. Applications must be received no later than the above closing date. 

Be part of the PICRC Team and contribute to conservation efforts in Palau and  the world!