Mammal Scientist Knepp

Operation Wallacea is a conservation research organisation working across a range of countries and ecosystems worldwide, who design and implement biodiversity and conservation management research programmes.

We are currently recruiting for a volunteer Mammal Surveyor to work at our UK site based at the Knepp Estate in West Sussex. Positions will ideally be for 3 weeks or more, on dates between 14th June and 25th July.

The position will involve carrying out surveys as part of a large-scale monitoring programme across the rewilding site.

Applicants should have extensive field survey experience, including camera trapping, small‑mammal trapping, and DISTANCE transect sampling. You will be working as part of a larger staff team to deliver field courses to people looking to get a head start in ecology and conservation, so any previous teaching experience is valuable.

In return, successful applicants receive full accommodation and food on‑site, potential current and future research opportunities, the chance to take part in at least one safari around the Knepp Estate, networking and skills development and of course, the opportunity to contribute towards long‑term conservation efforts.

The position will be filled when we find a suitable candidate, so if you are interested, please apply as soon as you can to give yourself the best chance. The position involves working with minors, so if successful, you will be asked to complete a background check.

If you would like to apply for the position of Knepp Mammal Surveyor, please fill in our online application form at