This fixed-term research post, running to 30 March 2028, sits in the Wetland BioScience team within the Wetland Evidence department of the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust. It suits an early career ecologist to build field skills across pollinating insects, saltmarsh vegetation, bats and birds, and aquatic invertebrates, while supporting monitoring, data management and reporting. Most of the work is field survey across sites mainly in the South West and nationally, with weekend, bank holiday and out-of-hours work in the season. Driving licence and willingness to travel are essential.
What the job involves
- Carry out field-based ecological survey across a range of sites, mainly in the South West and nationally
- Develop field skills across pollinating insects, saltmarsh vegetation, aerial insectivores (bats and birds) and aquatic invertebrates
- Collate and manage survey data at a desk
- Take part in data analysis and reporting
- Support the expanding ecological monitoring programme
- Work on multiple projects and tasks at once
- Work some weekends, bank holidays and outside normal hours during the fieldwork season
What’s required
Qualifications
- Background in ecology
Experience
- Interest in wetland species and habitats
- Desire to develop cross-taxa field skills and desk-based data management
Skills & knowledge
- Creative, practical problem solving
- Conducting fieldwork independently, managing own time and following health and safety regulations
- Communicating with a wide range of audiences, including members of the public
- Maintaining effective relationships with colleagues and partners
- Being proactive and engaged across multiple projects
Checks & eligibility
- Driving licence
- Willingness to travel within the UK
What’s offered
- 33 days annual leave, rising to 38 after 5 years, including bank holidays and flexible in timing
- Free entry to all wetland centres, including family
- Free car parking and secure bike storage
- Colleague discount on shopping and memberships
- Cycle to work scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance of three times salary
- Employee Assistance Programme for personal, workplace and financial advice
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
