Senior Wildlife Biologist - Field-Based Conservation Leader

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Field accommodation and allowances

Comprehensive health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking a Senior Wildlife Biologist to lead conservation efforts through field research, monitoring populations, and implementing habitat management plans in partnership with government agencies and local communities.

You will analyze complex datasets with R and SPSS, supervise field teams, and contribute to scientific reporting and grant proposals while advancing biodiversity protection in remote field settings.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Zoology, or a related environmental science field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in wildlife research and conservation.
• Proven experience in field research techniques, including population estimation and ecological sampling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field research, including population surveys, tracking, and ecological monitoring of wildlife species.
• Develop and implement conservation management plans and habitat restoration projects.
• Analyze biological data using statistical software and interpret findings to inform conservation strategies.
• Collaborate with government agencies, local communities, and other conservation organizations.
• Prepare scientific reports, grant proposals, and presentations to disseminate research findings.
• Supervise field technicians and interns, providing training and guidance on research methodologies and safety protocols.

Skills

Field research

Data analysis

GIS

Communication

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Wildlife Biology/ Ecology/ Zoology

Tools

R

SPSS

GIS software

Job description

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking a Senior Wildlife Biologist to lead conservation efforts through field research, monitoring populations, and implementing habitat management plans in partnership with government agencies and local communities.

You will analyze complex datasets with R and SPSS, supervise field teams, and contribute to scientific reporting and grant proposals while advancing biodiversity protection in remote field settings.