Ornithologist

7 months ago

Edinburgh, United Kingdom LUC Full time

**About the role**:
The roles will include being actively involved in:

- Preparing desk studies and collating ornithological data sets.
- Preparing and planning field surveys, in collaboration with colleagues.
- Implementing surveys across the UK, as part of a survey team.
- Managing, analysing and interpreting ornithological data.
- Contributing to consultancy reports and ornithological assessment.
- Contributing to wider business development activity.

This opportunity requires applicants with previous experience of ornithology surveying and management of field work, particularly in the energy generation and transmission sectors. However, we would also consider less experienced applicants, with bird identification skills, who are suitably motivated by the prospect of a career in ornithology consulting.

The role is based in LUC’s offices in Glasgow or Edinburgh. We work in a hybrid model with people generally being in the office a minimum of two days per week, but this can vary seasonally. There will also be travel required to visit sites, client offices and other office locations.

The role includes the opportunity to share and participate actively in the management and ownership of the business through the Employee Ownership Trust, which places full ownership of the company with the employees. A full-time role is based on 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday). However, LUC has a strong track record in flexible working, and we have been recognised for our flexible working culture, so we are happy to discuss a range of flexible working options for this role including part time hours (minimum 30 hours per week) if desired.

**Salary**: £23,500 - £46,000 (FTE) depending on experience

This is a great time to be joining LUC. Since its creation nearly 60 years ago, LUC has been driven by the belief that planning has a critical role to play in shaping the world around us for the better. This work has never been more critical or urgent.

**Experience and qualifications**
- **Essential**_
- Knowledge of wildlife, especially birds, in the UK, gained through practical experience or further / higher education.
- Ornithological or ecological field survey experience.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Enthusiasm for working outdoors, with a willingness to survey in all months of the year, and in inclement weather.
- Willingness to work across the UK, with trips away from home (all costs and expenses covered by LUC).
- Willingness to work antisocial hours, particularly during the spring and summer months.
- Ability to work collaboratively and positively with a with a small team of colleagues, often for extended periods away from home.
- **Desirable**_
- Existing knowledge of UK bird conservation priorities
- Existing knowledge of ornithology/ecology assessment
- Data management/analysis and GIS skills
- 4x4 driving skills

**About LUC**:
LUC is an award-winning environmental consultancy that aims to make a difference. With nearly 60 years of experience, we want to make an impact: delivering better futures for nature, people, and places.

Our holistic services support clients in tackling complex land use problems on projects at every scale. Our expert teams collaborate across disciplines to create cities, towns and landscapes for a more sustainable future.

We are employee-owned, which means we invest in our people and operate with kindness. Our creative, forward-thinking professionals are passionate about addressing the climate and biodiversity crises.

We’re leading the way in driving lasting and positive change.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £23,500.00-£46,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee mentoring programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Edinburgh (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Edinburgh: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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