Field Ecologist: Conservation Assessments & Climate Risk

environmentjobs.com; Sydney; À distance; AUD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is seeking a Field Ecologist to join the National Science Team. Based from the successful candidate's home office in Australia, the role focuses on assessing conservation value of properties for acquisition or partnership and evaluating climate-related vulnerabilities using AWC’s framework.

The position involves contributing to the broader National Science program, developing strategies for research, conservation land management and Ecohealth monitoring,

Qualifications

• A higher degree (Honours or equivalent) in ecology/conservation biology or a related field.
• Experience in conservation or related field is highly regarded.
• For Senior Field Ecologist, at least 5 years' professional work experience post-graduation.

Responsabilités

• Conduct conservation assessments of properties considered for acquisition or partnership.
• Evaluate vulnerability of properties and priority species to climate change using AWC framework.
• Contribute to National Science Program components and strategies for research and conservation planning.
• Collaborate with Indigenous groups, partners, agencies, recovery teams and local communities.
• Communicate AWC’s science program to stakeholders and the public through publications, reports and workshops.
• Travel as required to support field activities and stakeholder engagement.

Connaissances

Field ecology

Climate analysis

Statistical analysis

GIS

Scientific communication

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Formation

Higher degree in ecology/conservation biology

Outils

QGIS

ArcGIS

Databases

Description du poste

Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is seeking a Field Ecologist to join the National Science Team. Based from the successful candidate's home office in Australia, the role focuses on assessing conservation value of properties for acquisition or partnership and evaluating climate-related vulnerabilities using AWC’s framework.

The position involves contributing to the broader National Science program, developing strategies for research, conservation land management and Ecohealth monitoring,