Research Officer (Marine)

Job Description

Title: Research Officer (Marine)

Company Name: Wildlife Conservation Society-Bangladesh

Vacancy: --

Age: At least 25 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Tk. 42000 (Monthly)

Experience:

Published: 2026-07-30

Application Deadline: 2026-08-20

Education:

Bachelor degree in fisheries, marine, environmental, or social sciences, zoology or conservation biology (Master’s preferred).

• Age At least 25 years

• Basic computer literacy, including experience with spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel) and mobile data collection tools (e.g., KoBo Toolbox, SMART).

• Working knowledge of data entry, verification, and basic data processing for field-based research.

• Minimum of one-year experience in marine research and fieldwork with proven capacity for engaging in respectful partnerships or collaborations with representatives from local communities, Government and non-Government organizations or institutions.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate with a variety of partners and stakeholders, and to mediate and resolve complex issues that involve multiple actors and/or interest areas.

• Strong team collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across research, field, and program teams and communicate conservation issues constructively;

• Willingness and physical ability to travel to and stay in remote field sites, including by boat, and to work in variable field conditions.

• Professional proficiency in English and Bangla (written and spoken).

Job Summary:

The Research Officer provides field, administrative, and logistical support to WCS Bangladesh's marine research. The officer supports the Research Coordinator in day-to-day research, monitoring and data analysis tasks. The officer also provides basic administrative and logistical support to the Marine Conservation Program for training, community engagement, outreach, and consultation events.

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