Research Ecologist (Terrestrial Ecology) x2
British Trust for Ornithology (BTO)
RESEARCH ECOLOGIST (TERRESTRIAL ECOLOGY) ⨉2
Location: BTO HQ (Thetford)
x2 (1x Full time, permanent, 1x full time, temporary (Maternity cover))
£33,294 per annum + 11% employer pension contribution
The British Trust for Ornithology requires two Research Ecologists to work in its Terrestrial Ecology team, to work primarily on farmland, heathland and woodland bird projects using landscape-scale, local, volunteer and professional surveys for data collection. One role is a permanent and the other is a one-year maternity cover (with possible extension). The specific content of each role will depend on the expertise of the successful applicants, but will involve data analysis/statistical modelling, producing reports and papers, and contributing to study design.
The successful applicant will have a PhD or equivalent experience in ecology or a related discipline, with sound knowledge of the statistical procedures that are appropriate for the analysis of large-scale survey data sets, in particular, and good knowledge of UK bird ecology.
These positions are based at our HQ in Thetford, Norfolk, although you will be able to work from home part of the time on a hybrid working regime and flexible start and finish times can also be accommodated to ensure a good work-life balance.
You can read the full role descriptions by clicking on the role description under 'supporting documents' in the job details on our careers page. Please contact us if you are not sure if you meet all the criteria for the role and would like to discuss the role in more detail.
WHAT DOES BTO DO?
BTO helps to secure the future for birds and nature, using our science, monitoring and data to inform good environmental decisions, inspiring others with the wonder of birds and empowering them to work with us. Our priority is to make a positive impact for birds, using our strong and objective science in partnership with others. We strive to work sustainably and to welcome everyone.
Our values
We are evidence-led, inclusive, collaborative and empowering.
Birds Science People; it is a powerful combination – will you be part of it?
WHAT WE OFFER
★ £33,294 per annum
★ Annual leave entitlement on starting is 25 days plus bank holidays (pro rata if part time).
★ Paid 'journey days' (up to 2 days) to staff who travel on holiday by land or sea instead of
flying.
★ Life assurance (four times salary)
★ 11% employer pension contribution
★ Employee Assistance Programme offering help and advice to staff and their families on matters
related to bereavement, wellbeing, finances, relationships, family and more. This includes a
number of free counselling sessions if they are needed.
★ Enhanced sick pay
★ Enhanced Family leave- Maternity, Adoption, and Shared Parental Leave, 12 weeks at full pay.
Paternity and Partner leave, 4 weeks at full pay.
★ Health cash plan which enables staff to claim back some healthcare expenses, such as
prescriptions, dental treatment and specialist diagnostic tests. It also offers: Discounts on
gym memberships and various retailers, a virtual GP and prescription service, on-demand
wellness content (fitness, yoga, meditation, sleep, mindfulness) and access to Health Lens,
Eargym, and digital physiotherapy via Phio.
★ Retail discounts
★ Cycling friendly employer- gold accredited
★ Cycle to work scheme- spread the cost of purchasing a new bike and save money
★ Discounts on: BTO books, Bird care from Vine House
Farm (10% discount on orders placed on the website) and Opticron (30% off)
★ Free access to BTO
training courses
★ Flexible working- A combination of home and office working and flexible start and finish
times (where this meets business needs)
★ Free eye tests and a contribution of £49 towards prescription glasses for VDU use only.
★ Free car parking
★ Effective job evaluation policy that recognises where staff increase their level of
responsibility over time
We are proud to offer a supportive and inclusive workplace with a range of staff groups and forums, including First Aiders and Mental Health First Aiders, Coaching and Mentoring, Diversity and Inclusion Networks, Sustainability and Natural Working initiatives, a Neurodiversity group, and more. Our teams are dedicated to creating a positive, welcoming culture and promoting wellbeing, inclusion, and sustainability across everything we do.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 16th June and Interviews will be held in Thetford, date TBC.
If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].
If you have a disability or long-term illness that otherwise prevents you from meeting any of the essential criteria, please contact us to discuss whether a reasonable adjustment could be made.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the vacancy.
We recognise that candidates from minority ethnic groups are under-represented in our organisation, and that there are often additional barriers present for people from these groups when applying for roles in the charity sector and beyond. We are committed to taking positive action to expand the diversity of our staff team, and if you meet the essential criteria for a role and are from a minority ethnic background, you'll be guaranteed a first stage interview.
Charity No. 216652 (E&W); SC039193 (Scotland)
About British Trust for Ornithology (BTO)
The British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) is a UK charity that focuses on understanding birds and, in particular, how and why bird populations are changing. Our vision is of a world where people are inspired by birds and informed by science.
We strive to achieve this vision by harnessing the skills and passion of thousands of volunteers to advance our understanding of ornithology, in particular, through our bird surveys and schemes. We combine the resulting scientific outputs with interesting stories and powerful images to engage more people in this work and to inspire people to take action. Working in partnership with volunteers we have been monitoring the UK’s birds since 1933 and have extended our coverage to include other wildlife too.
The British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) is a UK charity that focuses on understanding birds and, in particular, how and why bird populations are changing. Our vision is of a world where people are inspired by birds and informed by science. We strive to achieve this vision by harnessing the skills and passion of thousands of volunteers to advance our understanding of ornithology, in particular, through our bird surveys and schemes. We combine the resulting scientific outputs with interesting stories and powerful images to engage more people in this work and to inspire people to take action. Working in partnership with volunteers we have been monitoring the UK’s birds since 1933 and have extended our coverage to include other wildlife too.
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