About The Role
Are you passionate about freshwater ecology and eager to make a real impact? Do you have experience in identifying macroinvertebrates and a drive to develop specialist taxonomic skills? Have you been looking for an opportunity where your work directly supports environmental conservation and scientific excellence?
APEM Biolabs is seeking a skilled and dedicated Freshwater Scientist, or Senior Freshwater Scientist depending on experience, to join our expert team. Our analysts are at the heart of assessing the health and ecological integrity of freshwater habitats, delivering high-quality results for clients across the water industry, regulatory bodies, and environmental consultancies. We pride ourselves on offering rapid, high-capacity services, while maintaining the flexibility and scientific rigour that our clients trust.
In this role, you will be analysing and processing macroinvertebrate samples to industry-leading standards, with the opportunity to participate in fieldwork, data analysis, and reporting. You will have a BSc in a relevant subject and a strong foundation in macroinvertebrate identification to at least family level. We are looking for someone with a genuine passion for freshwater invertebrates and the ambition to develop taxonomic expertise, potentially specialising in specific groups. Previous experience in field sample collection is advantageous, but not essent...