Plant Ecology Support Specialist

6 days ago


Crowmarsh Gifford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology Full time

Are you passionate about botany and plant ecology? Do you have a strong background in biological recording and plant identification?

We are seeking a talented Research Associate - Botanical Data Assistant to join our team at the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in ecology and conservation, working closely with scientists and researchers to process and analyse large datasets.

The salary for this position is estimated to be around £30,684 to £32,563 per annum, depending on experience.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

  • 27 days annual leave, rising to 29 days after five years, plus 3 days for our Christmas closure
  • 10% employer pension contribution
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity leave (subject to qualifying requirements)
  • 24 hour, 365-day access to support with physical, mental, social, health or financial issues
  • Flexible working opportunities

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Enthusiasm for botany and plant ecology
  • Experience of biological recording
  • Plant identification skills and knowledge of the British and Irish flora
  • A Master's (Merit or higher) in a relevant subject (e.g., Ecology, Conservation, Environmental Science)
  • Good working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Access or other database tools (e.g., SQL)
  • Some understanding of the main principles of taxonomy and nomenclature
  • Attention to detail when working with large datasets
  • Good time management skills, able to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines across multiple projects
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, adopting an inclusive approach to a range of audiences


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