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Assistant Ecologist / Ecologist - Ornithology

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GBP 23,000 - 28,000

4 days ago

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An established industry player seeks an Assistant Ecologist or Ecologist with a passion for ornithology. This role involves conducting bird surveys, producing reports, and contributing to a friendly consultancy atmosphere. The company values its team and offers flexible working, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment. If you have a keen interest in bird identification and are motivated to grow in your ecological career, this position is an excellent opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a collaborative workplace culture.

Flexible working

Paid professional memberships

Paid overtime or TOIL

Pension contributions

Annual leave

Discretionary performance-related bonus

Company funded social events

Investment in CPD

Specialism in Ornithology with experience in bird surveys.
Degree in Ecology or equivalent experience required.

Conduct ornithological surveys and report production.
Work independently and as part of a team.

Ornithology expertise

Bird identification skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Degree in Ecology or related subject

CIEEM Membership

QGIS/QFIELD

Job Description

Assistant Ecologist / Ecologist – Ornithology

£23,500 + dependent on experience

Futures Ecology is a small friendly consultancy started in 2019 with offices in both Leeds and Bolsover.

We are looking for an assistant ecologist or ecologist with particular experience in undertaking ornithological surveys and report production or an applicant with a keen interest in ornithology including aptitude in visual and audible bird identification.

Skills/Qualifications

To have a specialism in Ornithology, with experience in undertaking scoping, breeding bird and non-breeding bird surveys.
A degree in Ecology (or related subject) or equivalent experience.
Full, clean driving licence with business use on your insurance policy and access to your own transport.
CIEEM Membership, minimum of Qualifying but dependent on position.
Proficiency in QGIS/QFIELD/other GIS software (desirable).
Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
Excellent written and communication skills.
Flexibility to meet the needs of the business including irregular hours and travel.
Good organisational skills, proactive with a high level of motivation.

Key Benefits

Our team is our most valuable asset, we want to cultivate a friendly and happy workplace, whilst also ensuring that your needs are being fulfilled.

Flexible working.
Paid professional memberships, licence fees, relevant to the role.
Paid overtime or TOIL.
Pension contributions.
Annual leave.
Discretionary performance related annual bonus.
Company funded social events.
We invest in your CPD and encourage you to be active in your profession outside of work.

For the right candidate, we are happy to invest in formal training for ornithological surveys, through the Habitat People and BTO.

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