Research Associate Avian Ecologist - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Centre for Ecology & Hydrology

Centre for Ecology & Hydrology

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

6 days ago

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Research Associate Avian Ecologist

Permanent and Full Time (37 hours per week)

Annual Salary £28,125

Location:
Penicuik site, near Edinburgh

Closing Date:
Monday, 16th January 2023

Interviews to be held:
Thursday, 26th January 2023

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed scientist to work as an Avian Ecologist. The post will be based at Penicuik site near Edinburgh.

You will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the long term study of seabird populations on the Isle of May (IMLOTS).

This study is one of the most comprehensive of its kind and involves intensive monitoring of many aspects of the ecology of six species of seabird.

You will also have the chance to be involved in a range of other projects on seabird ecology.

As a Research Associate at UKCEH, you'll be supported with a three-year training plan.

As well as on-the-job training and self-guided learning, you'll have access to traditional learning, such as online and in-person courses.

Training allocations are up to 15% in year one and two, and up to 10% in year three.

Main Responsibilities:

Collect data on demography, diet and behaviour of seabirds
Operate and deploy animalborne data loggers (e.g. GPS)
Quantify seabird diet, including fish identification from field and laboratory analyses
Archive biological samples and data
Analyse data and communicate results on the behaviour and demography of seabirds

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Experience of undertaking fieldwork on seabirds or other vertebrates
Proven ability to conduct fieldwork in a remote environment in small teams for extended periods
Good organisational skills, self motivated and capable of working without significant supervision, including a proven ability to deliver to tight deadlines
Scientifically numerate and with good mathematical skills
Excellent working knowledge of Office software including attention to detail when handling large data sets (e.g., Excel, Access)
Strong communication skills in a variety of media (written and spoken)
Driving Licence (gear shift)

Desirable Skills:

Proven ability to operate and deploy miniaturised data loggers on seabirds
Advanced laboratory skills in seabird diet, including identification of fish species and age classes
Ability to process and analyse GPS and other logger data sets

Core Behaviours & Values- You will demonstrate a commitment to promote and adhere to UKCEH values of Excellence, Integrity and Teamwork-What we offer- See the benefits of working at UKCEH here:Please Note:

the vacancy will disappear from the Careers page when the closing date is reached, please take a copy when applying.