Seasonal Ecologist; x2

Overview

EP Ecology is seeking to employ an entry level ecologist to help deliver a growing workload of projects throughout Central Scotland.

Salary: £25, p/a pro-rata (6-month contract)

Hours:

16 hours per week + O/T

Start date:

April to September 2026 (To be discussed)

As a seasonal ecologist within the team, your role will be to support the staff in the day-to-day delivery of projects. This will involve fieldwork, bat video analysis, and opportunities to assist with GIS and reporting.

Within the role, you will:

• Support the staff in the day-to-day delivery of projects
• Conduct fieldwork and bat video analysis
• Assist with GIS tasks and reporting as required

Essential Criteria

• Full UK drivers licence and access to own vehicle;
• Willingness to stay away from home as required;
• The right to live and work in the UK; and
• The ability and confidence to work alone and as part of a team.

Desirable Criteria

• Candidates with any of the following are particularly welcome:
• Experience with at least one Scottish native species or habitat;
• A degree in a relevant ecological field;
• Membership of CIEEM;
• CSCS Card Holder;
• First aid trained; and
• Experience of QGIS/QField.

• Flexible working time and patterns;
• 28 days (pro-rated) annual leave;
• Unlimited discretionary training budget;
• Paid volunteer time; and
• Professional memberships paid.

Please send a CV (max. 2 pages) and a short (c.500 word) summary of why you are right for this role to: