Reference: SEP20261443
Expiry date: 23:59, Tue, 13th Oct 2026
Location: RSPB Northern Ireland
Salary: £40,381.00 – £43,113.00 Per Annum
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days’ Annual Leave (pro rata)
Duration: 33 months
Are you passionate about breeding waders and citizen science? The PeacePlus Nature project will be undertaking two national scale breeding wader surveys over 2027 and 2028 with a significant proportion of volunteer engagement and citizen science. We are looking for a wader scientist to help design and deliver these surveys providing scientific evidence to the PeacePlus Nature Programme.
This role offers an opportunity for the right candidate to advance wader conservation science in Northern Ireland and Ireland. This role is a Conservation Scientist (Wader surveys) within the PeacePlus Nature Programme. PeacePlus Nature is an ambitious €20.8 million programme that brings together nine partners to tackle the decline in priority species and habitats in Northern Ireland, and the border counties of Ireland.
PEACEPLUS is a cross-border funding Programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) and supported by the European Union, the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the Government of Ireland, and the Northern Ireland administration.
You will work with RSPB colleagues in the conservation science, ecology and reserves departments, and our PeacePlus partners in Northern Ireland and in Ireland. You will work with and manage a small, dedicated team of wader surveyors, to develop and deliver national scale breeding wader surveys and wader survey training to develop the volunteer base in Northern Ireland and Ireland. You will also maintain and develop external collaborations, collating and analysing evidence on breeding wader status and trends. Another key part of this role will be the presentation of the results of your work to internal and external audiences, especially survey participants. This role will require field work in Northern Ireland throughout the year, as well as home or home/office-based desk work.
The post is for 33 months fixed term initially, with the possibility that this will be extended further depending on external funding. We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate the essential criteria and are committed to developing their expertise in breeding wader survey science.
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RSPB – PeacePlus Nature Conservation Scientist (Wader Surveys) (Fixed-Term) employer: Northern Ireland Environment Link
Groundwork NI is an exceptional employer that champions community engagement and development, offering a dynamic work culture where innovation meets impact. Employees benefit from comprehensive growth opportunities, collaborative teamwork, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in diverse communities across Northern Ireland. With a focus on strategic partnerships and sustainable funding, this role provides a unique platform for personal and professional development in a supportive environment.
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