Conservation Research Adviser

3 weeks ago

Grantham, United Kingdom The Woodland Trust Full time

ABOUT US 
The Woodland Trust is the UK’s leading woodland conservation charity. We want to see a world where trees and woods thrive for people and nature. The Trust engages and inspires people to make their difference tackling the nature and climate crisis helping protect, restore and create our vital woods and trees. 

THE ROLE
The Conservation Research Adviser plays a crucial role within the Woodland Trust's Conservation Outcomes and Evidence Team, leveraging research and evidence to guide conservation strategies across the UK. This position works alongside the Evidence Manager and other team members to ensure that research collaborations are impactful and applied through the Conservation Research Programme. The adviser will actively engage with the research community to enhance and promote the research programme, including managing collaborations, projects and exploring potential research opportunities. Additionally, they will be responsible for communicating the findings and evidence generated by our research to a broader audience. 

This is a hybrid working role, where you’ll work part of your time at home and part of the time from a Woodland Trust office.

This is a fixed term contract for 12 months to cover maternity leave.

THE CANDIDATE
You are highly qualified, preferably with a higher degree or PhD in conservation, ecology, environmental, or biological sciences. You possess a deep understanding of UK conservation and environmental issues, especially those related to native trees, woods, and wildlife, coupled with a strong commitment to their preservation. You will have experience with university research processes in both scientific and social sciences within the UK and be adept at managing contracts and budgets. Excellent communication skills are essential, including the ability to convey complex scientific ideas effectively to diverse audiences. You ae a proficient collaborator and networker with a track record of developing and sustaining partnerships, as well as being skilled in creating efficient systems and processes. 

WHAT TO EXPECT BY JOINING A TEAM AND MAKING A DIFFERENCE 
There’s no other organisation like the Woodland Trust. Joining the team you will be making your contribution to tackling the nature and climate crisis. In return, we recognise and value our people. You'll have our full support, training and opportunities for professional development, along with a contributory pension, life assurance, good holiday allowance and the opportunity to work flexibly from home. 

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION 
At the Woodland Trust, we want to reflect and represent the full richness of diversity in the UK. Fewer of our employees are Black, Asian or minority ethnic; disabled; from lower socio-economic backgrounds or under 25, so we are particularly keen to receive your application if you are from one or more of these groups. We can also discuss anything you may need to achieve your full potential at any stage of the process. We assess your application solely on your demonstrated suitability for the job. Nothing else.

To ensure anonymised recruitment, if you have uploaded your CV, shortlisting panels do not see your CV until shortlisting has been completed.

£30,000 to £35,000. Pro Rata

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