Graduate Aquatic Ecologist | Hybrid Field & Lab

AECO; Leeds; Hybride; GBP 22 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

AECOM is seeking a Graduate Aquatic Ecologist to join our Ecology team across Nottingham, Leeds, Edinburgh or Basingstoke with a February start. The role combines fieldwork, data analysis and site work, supporting contracts for aquatic surveys and related ecological services.

You will work within our hybrid model, gain hands-on experience in laboratory macroinvertebrate analysis, and develop your skills alongside seasoned ecologists while progressing toward Chartership with professional bodies.

Qualifications

• A degree (preferably MSc or higher, but BSc considered) in Aquatic Ecology or related discipline.
• Freshwater experience is essential and macroinvertebrate analysis experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to communicate findings clearly.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally.

Responsabilités

• Support delivery of aquatic surveys and data collection for contracts.
• Conduct laboratory analysis of macroinvertebrate samples in the Leeds or Nottingham lab.
• Assist with terrestrial ecology surveys as part of project teams.
• Collaborate with UK&I ecologists and water scientists on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Communicate with managers, clients and team members via email, reports and meetings.

Connaissances

Freshwater ecology

Laboratory analysis

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Time management

Team collaboration

Formation

Master's degree in aquatic ecology or related field

Bachelor's degree (considered)

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

AECOM is seeking a Graduate Aquatic Ecologist to join our Ecology team across Nottingham, Leeds, Edinburgh or Basingstoke with a February start. The role combines fieldwork, data analysis and site work, supporting contracts for aquatic surveys and related ecological services.

You will work within our hybrid model, gain hands-on experience in laboratory macroinvertebrate analysis, and develop your skills alongside seasoned ecologists while progressing toward Chartership with professional bodies.