Field Assistant

Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental conservation organization in Scotland is seeking a Field Assistant to support research and advisory programmes. The ideal candidate will be a graduate in Ecology or a related field, or possess equivalent practical experience. Responsibilities include field data collection and assisting with advisory services. This hybrid role offers a diverse range of projects and is suited for individuals who can work independently and collaboratively in challenging conditions.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Ecology or a related discipline or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience of field research in arduous conditions.
• Ability to work independently once trained.

Responsibilities

• Support upland research programmes through field data collection.
• Assist with the delivery of advisory services to clients.
• Collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Field research experience

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Education

Degree in Ecology or related discipline

Job description

Overview

GWCT Scotland is seeking a Field Assistant to join our team in a hybrid role supporting both research and advisory programmes. This position is ideally suited to a graduate in Ecology or a related discipline, or an individual with equivalent practical experience, who is looking to develop hands-on skills in applied ecological research and consultancy-style advisory work.

The Field Assistant will principally support upland research programmes through field data and sample collection, and initial processing, while also assisting with the delivery of advisory services to clients. The role offers exposure to a wide range of projects and working environments across Scotland, contributing directly to the Trust’s scientific, advisory and policy objectives.

Responsibilities

• The Field Assistant will principally support upland research programmes through field data and sample collection, and initial processing, while also assisting with the delivery of advisory services to clients.
• Work across a wide range of projects and working environments across Scotland, contributing to the Trust’s scientific, advisory and policy objectives.
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism and reliability, work independently once trained, with experience of field research in arduous conditions, and collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate is a graduate in Ecology or a related discipline, or an individual with equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience of field research in arduous conditions.
• Ability to work independently once trained and to contribute effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Professional and reliable approach to work.

How to Apply

Candidates can apply by emailing a CV and cover letter to [e-mail] by the closing date.