Researcher (Ecosystem Health and Social Dimensions)
Ref: R(EHSD)(21)/CN
This vacancy has now expired, and is not accepting any new applications.
- Location
- WWT Slimbridge and Headquarters
- Department
- Conservation
- Salary
- £21,048 per annum
- Position type
- Full Time
- Working pattern
- 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday.
- Job advert
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WWT’s Conservation Evidence department comprises a rapidly growing team of scientists, which provides the evidence that underpins the work of WWT. We use a wide range of inter-disciplinary methods, across the social and ecological sciences to deliver high-quality conservation science. We work in collaboration with multiple NGO and academic partners, and a number of PhD students, across the UK and overseas. Above all, we have impact: our research diagnoses problems and identifies solutions, and in doing so we shape policy and action for global wetland conservation.
The Conservation Evidence Department is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to provide research support to the Ecosystem Health and Social Dimensions Unit (EHSD). The EHSD Unit strives to (i) improve wetland ecosystem health (ii) provide evidence that demonstrates the socio-cultural and health & wellbeing benefits of wetlands, and (iii) understand drivers of pro/anti-environmental human behaviours. Duties will include day to day support of the Unit’s qualitative and quantitative research and overall function.
The successful candidate will be an excellent team worker, hold a degree or equivalent in a natural or social science of relevance to the work of the EHSD Unit, have excellent communication (written and oral) and coordination skills; and be familiar with data management and Microsoft Word and Excel.
The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) is a conservation charity that protects wetlands for wildlife and people. We conserve, restore and create wetlands. We are pioneers in saving wetland wildlife, both in the UK and around the world. At our 10 UK sites around a million visitors a year engage with wetland nature. We work internationally in key global wetland areas, balancing conservation with sustainable livelihoods and influencing national and international conservation policies.
In return for your hard work and dedication you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits including:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service
- Contributory pension scheme (conditions apply)
- Life assurance
- Free parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free entry to all our centres
Closing date: 11th July 2021
Interview date: 20th July 2021
WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.
- Job description
- 6._Researcher_EHSD_Vacancy.pdf
- Closing Date
- 11/07/2021
This vacancy has now expired, and is not accepting any new applications.
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