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Assistant Ecologist
Job in
Inverness, Highland, IV2, Scotland, UK
Listed on 2026-09-12
Listing for:
Penguin Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
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Science
Environmental Science, Environmental Consulting, Ecology, Environmental Compliance & Protection -
Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Environmental Science
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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.
The Assistant Ecologist role will involve:- 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. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
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