Assistant Ecologist

Assistant Ecologist £25,000 – £30,000 Inverness

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Ecologist to join a supportive team and gain exposure to a varied portfolio of projects across the Highlands. The Assistant Ecologist will contribute to ecological surveys, fieldwork, reporting and ecological mitigation, with opportunities to develop experience across a broad range of protected species and habitats.

• Undertaking habitat and protected species surveys
• Supporting ecological impact assessments and reporting
• Assisting with ecological mitigation and monitoring
• Contributing to ECoW and construction-related ecological work
• Travelling across the Highlands and Islands, with occasional overnight stays

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave
  
  Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Varied project portfolio
• Opportunities to develop specialist ecological skills

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in ecology/environmental science
• Some practical ecology survey experience
• Good understanding of Scottish ecology and protected species
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Full right to work in the UK
• Living in or within a commutable distance of Inverness

This is a permanent role.