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 This position is based at our HQ in Thetford, Norfolk, although you will be able to work from home part of the time. We have a hybrid working policy which allows staff to work more flexibly and work from home 40% of the time and the office 60% of the time. You can read the full role description 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. British Trust for Ornithology: Birds Science People; it is a powerful combination – will you be part of it? 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, using our science, data and expertise to make a positive difference for birds and for people. We are inclusive, supporting, valuing and having respect for our staff and those who work with us. We are collaborative, working in partnership with individuals and organisations to achieve our collective goals. We are empowering, using our work to create opportunities through which individuals and communities can engage with science and the natural world, for the benefit of all. SALARY AND BENEFITS £33,294 per annum Annual leave entitlement on starting is 25 days plus bank holidays (pro rata if part time). 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. 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 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 Monday 16th June in Thetford. Interviews are likely to take place between the last week of June and second week of July If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@bto.org 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)