Notice of Vacancy
The Mauritius Oceanography Institute (MOI) is a parastatal body under the aegis of the Ministry of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries. The main objects of the Institute are, inter alia, to foster interest in research and development in relation to oceanography and to advise Government on the formulation and implementation of policies and programmes in respect of oceanography and related aspects.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates who wish to be considered for the post of Associate Research Scientist in the Physical Oceanography/Marine Geosciences Unit.
Age Limit for Entry
Candidates should not have reached their 45th birthday by the closing date of this advertisement.
Qualifications
- Candidates who possess a degree from a recognized institute in oceanography (Physics, Mathematics) or any related fields/subjects acceptable to the Board.
- Candidates should:-
- Possess good interpersonal and communication skills;
- Have good analytical skills;
- Be familiar with modern trends and techniques in the scientific field; and
- Be computer literate.
Note
- Candidates may be called upon to undertake fieldwork activities, scientific cruises, overseas mission and follow scuba-diving courses in case they are not already qualified divers.
- Physical fitness and enthusiasm for outdoor work are essential as there is a significant component of work at sea.
- Candidates may be expected to work beyond normal office hours.
Salary
The permanent and pensionable post of Associate Research Scientist carries salary in the scale of Rs 28225 x 825 - 35650 x 900 - 37450 x 950 - 42200 x 1300 - 46100 x 1575 - 49250 x 1650 - 54200 x 1700 – 62700 (MOI 17)
Duties
- To support and assist Research Scientists and Principal Research Scientists in all their activities;
- To assist Research Scientists and Principal Research Scientists in project write up;
- To collaborate with other staff in order to achieve strategic objectives of the Institute;
- To liaise with other stakeholders in the field of Oceanography under the supervision of the Research Scientists and Principal Research Scientists;
- To handle scientific task in connection with laboratory and field activities;
- To use ICT in the performance of their duties; and
- To perform other duties directly related to the main duties listed above or related to the delivery of the output expected from incumbents in the roles and responsibilities ascribed to them.
Mode of Application and Closing Date
- Qualified candidates should submit their application on the prescribed MOI Application Form which may be obtained at the Reception Desk, Mauritius Oceanography Institute at Albion and downloaded as follows: MOI Application Form
- Completed application forms should reach the Director, Mauritius Oceanography Institute, Avenue des Anchois, Morcellement de Chazal, 91005, Albion, Republic of Mauritius not later than Wednesday 12 November 2025 by 16:00 hours through registered post and proof of postmark will be noted.
- The envelope should be clearly marked “Associate Research Scientist” in the top left hand corner.
- Candidates should attach copies of documentary evidence of qualifications claimed together with the MOI Application Form, failing which consideration would not be given to the application.
- Applications not made on the MOI Application Form will not be accepted. Incomplete, inadequate or inaccurate filling of the Application Form may entail elimination of the candidate.
- Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
Note
It is the onus of the candidates to provide documentary evidence from the relevant authorities (Higher Education Commission or Mauritius Qualifications Authority) in case their qualifications are not exactly the same as specified in the Advertisements. No such Applications will be considered if the Equivalence Certificates have not been submitted by the closing date of the Advertisement.
The Board of the Mauritius Oceanography Institute reserves the right to convene only the best and most qualified candidates for interview as well as the right not to make any appointment following this advertisement.
| Date: 23 October 2025 |
COMMUNIQUÉ
COMMUNIQUÉ - Post of Associate Research Scientist at the Mauritius Oceanography Institute
Internship
The Mauritius Oceanography Institute offers opportunities for internships on a "first come, first served" basis and welcomes applications from students who wish to work on placement at the Institute.
Interested candidates should send an email, together with a copy of their CV, to the Director on the email address director@moi.intnet.mu
