The opportunity
We are looking for an ecologist or biodiversity scientist who wants a career combining teaching, fieldwork, ecological research, biodiversity monitoring and practical conservation.
Your year will have two complementary parts4–5 months: Environmental education
- Teach ecology, Life Sciences and environmental science to school groups.
- Lead field-based environmental activities, biodiversity investigations and practical lessons.
- Teach children how to observe, measure and interpret biodiversity.
- Lead school programmes, camps and outdoor learning experiences.
- Develop engaging activities that connect curriculum science with real ecosystems.
The rest of the year: Specialist work
- Design and coordinate ecological research projects.
- Develop biodiversity monitoring methods and field protocols.
- Conduct or coordinate field surveys and citizen-science programmes.
- Work with biodiversity data, quality control, analysis and interpretation.
- Investigate plant–animal interactions, insects, butterflies, moths and ecosystem processes.
- Contribute to restoration projects, reports, proposals and scientific publications.
- Collaborate with universities, conservation organisations and research networks.
Requirements
Qualifications & experience
- A Bachelor's degree in ecology, zoology, botany, environmental science, conservation biology or a related field is beneficial.
- Postgraduate study is advantageous for research-intensive work.
- Relevant field, research or conservation experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated ability to teach or communicate science to non-specialists is essential.
Core skills
- Ecological field skills and species observation.
- Research design, sampling and monitoring.
- Data management, quality assurance and interpretation.
- Scientific writing and literature review.
- Project planning and time management.
- Clear verbal and written communication.
- Teamwork and stakeholder communication.
- Independent problem solving and initiative.
- Ability to work outdoors and in variable field conditions.
Additional skills that would be beneficial
- GIS and spatial analysis.
- Statistics or R/Python.
- Bioacoustics, camera traps or eDNA/metabarcoding.
- Butterfly, moth, plant or other biodiversity monitoring.
- Scientific publication experience.
- Grant writing and research funding.
- Experience with iNaturalist or other citizen-science platforms.
Benefits
Competitive Salary – A competitive salary relative to the responsibilities, experience and skills required for the role.
Research & Professional Development – Opportunities to contribute to hands-on environmental research projects, both locally and through international research initiatives, gaining valuable experience in biodiversity, conservation, and ecological research.
Practical Field Experience – Hands-on exposure to biodiversity monitoring, ecological restoration, plants, animals and field-based projects.
Multidisciplinary Team & Career Growth – Work alongside scientists, educators and developers, with opportunities to develop new skills and take on additional responsibilities.
On-Site Benefits – Meals will be provided during in-person working days, and accommodation can be provided when an overnight stay is required for work.
Full-Time or Part-Time employment is available.
