Senior/Principal Ornithologist

Access Talent Group; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An ecology team in the UK seeks a Senior or Principal Ornithologist to lead projects in bird survey programmes and deliver impact assessments. The position is flexible with remote work capabilities, and requires strong bird ID skills and relevant qualifications. A competitive salary package is being offered, including a car allowance and progressive opportunities within an inclusive team.

Benefits

Competitive package

Car allowance

Additional benefits

Flexible working arrangement

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering ornithology projects, especially for renewables.
• Demonstrable skills in conducting various ornithological surveys.
• Full UK driver's licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ornithological impact assessments.
• Write EIA chapters for ornithology.
• Design and implement bird survey programmes.

Skills

Bird ID skills

Ornithology survey techniques

Experience with bats

Experience with terrestrial mammals

Education

Degree in Ecology or Biological Science

CIEEM membership

Job description

A Senior or Principal grade Ornithologist is required to join an award winning ecology team. This role can be based UK wide with remote working options available. You will join an supportive and collaborative team to deliver a range of projects including renewables and wind farm developments.

You will have previous experience delivering similar projects, excellent bird ID skills and be able to demonstrate a range of ornithology surveys techniques, including vista points, black grouse, breeding birds and raptors. You will play a key part in delivering ornithological impact assessments and writing EIA chapters for ornithology.

To be considered for this role you will have:

• A degree in Ecology, Biological Science or similar and CIEEM membership
• Previous Ornithology experience designing and delivering bird survey programmes
• Experience with other species would be advantageous (e.g. Bats, habitats, terrestrial mammals)
• Full UK drivers licence

In return you will receive a competitive package with an attractive starting salary, car allowance, and additional benefits. You will join inclusive business with great opportunities to progress and a flexible working arrangement.

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