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We are looking for an enthusiastic Avian Ecologist to join our team in Edinburgh. Your role will help make a significant contribution to the long‑term study of seabird populations on the Isle of May (IMLOTS). The Isle of May study is one of the most comprehensive studies of its kind, involving intensive monitoring of many aspects of the ecology of six species of seabird. You will also have the chance to be involved in a range of other projects on seabird ecology. We will train you in seabird data collection and laboratory skills in seabird diet, including identification of fish species and age classes.
Responsibilities
* Collect data on seabirds of sufficient quality to contribute to CEH’s long‑term monitoring programme
* Operate and deploy animal‑borne data loggers
* Quantify seabird diet, including fish identification from field and laboratory analyses
* Archive biological samples and data
* Ensure good management of relational databases on seabird survival, breeding success, diet, foraging behaviour, winter migration and physiology
* Interrogate databases and analyse deliver outputs to address a range of scientific questions
* Analyse data on foraging behaviour and distribution obtained from animal‑borne data loggers
* Produce tables, figures, maps and text suitable for reports, technical documents and peer‑reviewed publications, taking a lead role where appropriate
* Explore and implement new methods and tools and facilities for the collection, processing, interpretation and dissemination of data
* Communicate science to peers and other stakeholders using appropriate techniques (e.g. posters, oral presentations, blogs, reports, refereed publications, workshops, popular science articles)
Qualifications
* B.Sc or equivalent in a biological subject
* Experience of undertaking fieldwork on seabirds or other vertebrates in small teams
* Proven ability to conduct fieldwork in a remote environment in small teams for extended periods
* Good organisational skills, self‑motivated and capable of working without significant supervision, including a proven ability to deliver to tight deadlines
* Scientific numeracy and good mathematical skills
* Excellent working knowledge of Office software including attention to detail when handling large data sets (Excel, Access)
* Strong communication skills in a variety of media (written and spoken)
* Driving licence (gear shift)
Additional Knowledge / Experience
* Demonstrate a commitment to your own professional development with clear views on how you might develop your career, including writing and presenting skills
* Demonstrate that you understand the wider context of your science and its potential impacts at the national level
* Able to discuss issues with UKCEH staff at all levels
* Able to identify key stakeholders/funders for your science and demonstrate an understanding of their needs to start developing key partnerships
* Ability to handle and ring seabirds, including BTO ringing permit
* Ability to operate and deploy miniaturised data loggers on seabirds
* Advanced laboratory skills in seabird diet, including identification of fish species and age classes
* Ability to process and analyse GPS and other logger data sets
* Ability to use R
Benefits
* 27 days annual leave, rising to 29 days after five years, plus 3 days for our Christmas closure
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave (subject to qualifying requirements)
* 24/7 access to support for physical, mental, social, health, or financial wellbeing, plus trained Welfare Officers
* Flexible working opportunities
Working at UKCEH is rewarding. Our science makes a real difference, enabling people and the environment to prosper, and enriching society. We are the custodians of a wealth of environmental data, collected by UKCEH and its predecessors over the course of more than 60 years.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role and this does not qualify for endorsement to support a Global Talent Visa application. If you are considering pursuing self‑sponsorship, please indicate this in your application so we can take it into account during the recruitment process.
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