Core Values & Policies

Australian Marine Ecology operates according to a set of principles and values:

• provision of high quality, unbiased and robust scientific information through strict adherence to principles of scientific integrity and objectivity;
• provide scientific services to all sectors of the community, including governments, institutions, industries and NGOs;
• ensure sound design, analysis and interpretation by combining established knowledge, principles and theory with recent scientific advances;
• provide timely, clear and concise communication of findings; and
• adhere to schedules and budgets by using practical and efficient methods and a team that is knowledgeable, skilled and experienced.

Policies and programs central to our operations include:

• quality management system;
• environmental management system;
• occupational health and safety systems, including for scientific diving;
• scientific principles and ethics policy;
• professional development and capability building; and
• a research and development program.