Harvestmen are arachnids in the order Opiliones. Unlike spiders, they have a single, fused body segment, lack venom and silk glands, cannot spin webs and have a single pair of eyes mounted on ...

The Male and Buckler Ferns (Dryopteris) are a widespread and diverse genus found across a variety of habitats throughout the British Isles. While several species are common, others have more ...

Bioacoustic monitoring is becoming an indispensable tool for bird surveyors, ecologists, and conservation professionals—but how do you ensure you’re using it to its full potential? This ...

We are looking to recruit an Assistant Ranger to help in the restoration of Boothby Wildland, a 617 hectare ex arable farm in Lincolnshire. This position will report to the Ecologist Ranger and will ...

The River Conservation Officer will work closely with landowners and stakeholders to conduct environmental surveys, develop management plans, and oversee practical site improvement works and engage ...

We are recruiting for a Bats in Churches Advisor to join our small and busy National Bat Helpline team as maternity cover. The National Bat Helpline are ambassadors for bats and their conservation, ...

Do you want to make a long-term difference to the people and environment of Wales? Are you passionate about protecting rare species? We have an exciting opportunity to join our Wales wide Protected ...

Forestry and Land Scotland is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Peatland Technical Advisor to join our national Planning and Environment team. This is a unique opportunity to lead on peatland ...

This is an exciting time to join Walsall as we progress our new Walsall Borough Local Plan that will support the delivery of new housing, employment opportunities and sustainable ...

We are seeking to appoint a focused, dynamic Planning Ecologist with excellent communications skills to support the delivery of development that enhances the built and natural environment in ...

A rare opening for an exceptional individual to step into a position of influence, shaping the future of one of the UK’s most biodiverse and strategically important landscapes. As a senior member ...

We are looking for an enthusiastic Seasonal Assistant Ecologist to join our team in Oxford (Didcot). The post is available from March 2025 until the end of September 2025. The contract will ...

We are looking for a Senior Ecologist to join our well-established and friendly Oxfordshire team, and one of the most successful independent ecological consultancies in the UK. You will ...

We are looking for a Senior Ecologist to join our friendly and supportive team in Newport and one of the UK’s largest and most experienced independent ecological consultancies. You will ...

We are looking for a motivated Principal Ecologist to join our well-established Newport team. The role will involve mentoring staff, managing and technically directing a range of projects ...

Beetles are one of the most diverse and fascinating groups of insects on the planet, with roles ranging from decomposers and predators to pollinators and seed dispersers. They’re essential ...

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Ecologist to join our friendly and knowledgeable team based in Blackford, Somerset. You will be working within a friendly team of (~25) ecologists and will ...

Clarkson and Woods has several opportunities for Assistant Ecologists to help support our team over the winter and onwards into the busy 2026 field season. This is an excellent opportunity to gain ...

Join us for a special three-hour online symposium dedicated to advancing knowledge and conservation of hedgehogs. This event will bring together leading researchers to share four ...

The White-clawed Crayfish (Austropotamobius pallipes) is the only native species of crayfish in the UK. Unfortunately, it is now seriously threatened both nationally and globally, being ...

The British Trust for Ornithology is looking for two people who are passionate about birds to join our team in Northern Ireland on a 36 month contract to contribute to our work to make a positive ...

These are exciting times, and we’re looking for a new Commercial Director to join us! We’re looking for someone who can take overall responsibility for commercial management, developing and ...

We are seeking a Habitats Team Operative to join our experienced field team based in Lee-on-the-Solent. The role involves carrying out a variety of site-based tasks, including vegetation clearance, ...

We are seeking a Senior Conservation Seabird Scientist to join the RSPB’s Conservation Science team. This offers an opportunity to work at the cutting edge of seabird tagging, tracking and monitoring ...

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Scientist to join RSPB Northern Ireland and the RSPB Centre for Conservation Science to deliver specific projects and work across the PeacePlus Nature ...

An exciting new role has been created to help deliver the East Hampshire District Council’s duty to secure Biodiversity Net Gain through development. You will be part of the Council’s Heritage, ...

We are looking for an experienced Nature Restoration Project Manager to lead the delivery of priority restoration projects across the Europe and Central Asia region. The role includes driving ...

Buglife is recruiting a Conservation Officer to help to deliver our Guardians of our Rivers: Next Steps project focusing on engaging communities and collecting data on river health across Scotland. ...

Working with the Environment Manager West Midlands and a team of ecologists and environmental scientists, you will provide professional technical support on ecological issues to multi-disciplinary ...

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on some of Wales’ most iconic natural landscapes? We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Land Management Officer to lead sustainable land ...

Applications are now open for our 2026/27 Research Placements! Our research and applied husbandry placement programme has been tailor-made to enable students to gain experience in a wide ...

The European eel is regarded as critically endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species. Eels are currently limited from accessing ...

This field-based role covers the Severn Trent region and involves macroinvertebrate sampling using kick-net techniques, water quality assessments, and identifying species to family level for RIVPACS ...

The Orchids form a diverse and fascinating family of British wildflowers, their intricate blooms and unique adaptations having captivated nature enthusiasts for centuries. Join Leif ...

Whether you are cramming for a FISC test, feeling nervous about an upcoming year of surveys, or just trying to get better at botany, this is the course for you. ...

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our team for a fantastic 6 month opportunity. The Warden will contribute to all aspects of work on our Tayside Reserves - Loch Leven, ...

In theory you will carry out grasslands assessment in the summer months, but more and more frequently there is a need to carry out some level of habitat assessment during the winter. Despite ...

We’re excited to announce a new Ranger role at Bore Place, made possible through our collaborative relationship with and funding from SES Water. This one-year position will help us to continue putting ...

As an enthusiastic and passionate member of the team, you will maintain our high standards and help to deliver quality work on behalf of our valued clients. You will help promote our company culture ...

This exciting new role will coordinate a unique community-led environmental initiative along Cod Beck, from its source at Osmotherley to its confluence with the River Swale. The project aims ...

We are looking for a Consultant/Senior Ecologist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead on a variety of projects while supporting and developing colleagues, building strong client ...

Herefordshire Council are seeking a passionate and inspiring Principal Ecologist. ...

Are you passionate about protecting and understanding the natural world? We’re looking for a dedicated Ecologist to support the development phase of a landmark conservation initiative at Inverbroom, a ...

We are seeking an established ecologist or environmental scientist to lead our scientific work in Wales. Based in RSPB’s Centre for Conservation Science, the Principal Conservation Scientist will ...

Identifying trees through the winter months, when they rarely hold any leaves or fruits, is a real art form; but surprisingly simple when you know what to look for. This course will give participants ...

We are looking for a motivated and skilled Senior Research Assistant to join the RSPB Centre for Conservation Science, playing a key role in an exciting new collaborative project with the University ...

The Ramsar Ecologist is responsible for delivering the Alderney Wildlife Trust (AWT)’s annual seabird monitoring and reporting programme for Alderney’s internationally important wetland, the ...

We are looking for a Principal Ecologist to join our wildlife focused ecological consultancy based in the heart of Devon. Depending on the successful candidate, the role is primarily office based in ...

Would you like to be a part of a small yet dynamic and growing consultancy that manages the challenge of reconciling wildlife conservation with the commercial requirements of clients on a daily basis? ...

You will manage a small ecology team with the work area comprising primarily of prioritising responses to planning applications (including BNG), compiling reports (including the completion of Habitat ...

We are seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join our expanding Northern Ireland team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced ecologist who is ready to contribute to high-profile projects, ...

This hands-on workshop is a great opportunity to enhance your nature knowledge and appreciation for the beauty of trees in all seasons. You'll be lead through the basics of winter broadleaf ...

Norfolk Wildlife Trust's Nature Recovery team are looking for a Head of Nature Economy and Business Development to develop and deliver an integrated advisory offer with a focus on nature economy ...

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting and organising volunteer surveys of the 5 key insect species across the Cairngorms with a particular emphasis on Dark Bordered Beauty in ...

This 2.5 day intermediate Amphibians and Reptiles course will provide you with the surveying and identification skills you need for monitoring and conservation projects. The course ...

This 2.5 day intermediate course will introduce you to lichens – the remarkable partnership between fungi and algae. Lichens are more than just a biological curiosity; they are key ...

This course will focus on teaching the practical skills of identification for conifers and broad-leaved trees in winter. We will also look at the differences in ecology and biology of the different ...

This beginner to intermediate course will introduce you to the marine mammals of the waters surrounding the UK. Marine mammals are an enigmatic group of animals and many are rarely seen. ...

This course will enable you to build skills in identifying trees in winter when there aren’t leaves to help you, in the presence of an expert tutor. You will go out into the field and observe the wide ...

Even without flowers, grasses are beautiful and easier to identify than you might think. On this beginner-intermediate course, you will learn how to identify grasses vegetatively (i.e. when ...

Explore the world of European beavers in the UK and put into practice what you have learned in an outdoor beaver survey. The aim of this course is to give an introduction to beavers and surveys ...

Drones are revolutionising biodiversity and habitat monitoring by providing rapid, high-resolution, and cost-effective data collection across diverse and often inaccessible ecosystems. ...

We’re looking for a passionate, motivated and versatile Head of Habitat Delivery to be responsible for the co-ordination, management and delivery of our extensive Habitat creation and enhancement ...

We are looking for a passionate and experienced ecologist who is ready to help shape the future of our business. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across a diverse range of ecological projects ...

ADAS, part of RSK Group, is seeking Senior Ecologists to join our Midlands team based in Wolverhampton on a full time, permanent basis who can help us to manage projects, liaise with ...

The entoLIVE webinar programme shines a spotlight on invertebrate science and marineLIVE focuses on marine biology. ...

Would you like to live in the middle of the Amazon rainforest as part of a fantastic multicultural team while helping to preserve wild macaws? Add to that learning a new set of skills and gaining ...

We are looking for up to 5 enthusiastic committed residential volunteers to join our team. You will work closely with the island Warden, carrying out important reserve monitoring work, managing ...

You will spend a whole day in the field searching for fungi to identify. The day will begin with a brief introduction to the larger fungi - the various groups and their habitats. You will learn about ...

Since 2020, SCOTLAND: The Big Picture (SBP) has convened and coordinated the Northwoods Rewilding Network, a Scotland-wide chain of more than 75 landholdings, all committed to nature ...

Our small group training courses provide a transformative learning experience in an inspirational and dynamic environment. This course is for you if: you’re a student or early-career ...

This Learning Day combines an indoor presentation and discussion session, with a leisurely amble alongside the River Feshie, with Peter describing the changes that have taken place at Ballintean and ...

This beginner online QGIS course will teach you how to use the QGIS interface and begin to build, style, and present maps. Geographical Information Systems (GIS) underpin much of our ...

An online training day on the UK Habitat Classification (UKHab) Version 2, a classification system for vegetation habitats used in planning, conservation and land management. ...

Peatlands cover more than 20% of Scotland’s land area and yet much of this water-purifying, carbon-storing habitat is in poor condition. Vast areas of peatland across Scotland are now being ...

Scotland’s wildlife is on the move - but without connected habitats, many species are struggling to survive. Nature networks create vital lifelines, linking wild spaces through corridors and ...

Are you ready to become a bat conservation champion? Our most popular introductory course designed to teach you everything you need to know to become an active participant in bat conservation in the ...

Our small group training courses provide a transformative learning experience in an inspirational and dynamic environment. This course is for you if: you’re a student or early-career environmental ...

Great strides have been made in human development in the past 200 years, but much of this has come at the expense of the species and natural systems that keep us all healthy and alive. Even in remote ...