Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is the largest private (non-profit) owner of land for conservation in Australia. We protect endangered wildlife at 31 sanctuaries which  are  owned  or managed in partnership, covering a total of more than 6.5 million hectares.  In the South-East, AWC runs a long-term reintroduction project at Scotia Sanctuary, innovative partnerships with NSW National Parks to reintroduce locally extinct mammals and deliver conservation land management at Mallee Cliffs National Park and Pilliga State Conservation Area and a science program at North Head in Sydney. AWC’s work in the South-East has a strong focus on ecosystem restoration through the reintroduction of locally-extinct mammals.As a Wildlife Ecologist you will support the planning and delivery of ecological services including translocations, ecological monitoring and research at Mallee Cliffs National Park and Scotia Sanctuary to deliver applied outcomes for threatened species. The ideal candidate will be a collaboration-oriented team-player who has well developed field skills and high-level writing and analytical ability.Starting in February 2022, the position will work as part of our ecology team based in Mildura, Victoria. The role is offered on an initial two-year contract with possibility for extension based on performance.  Your key responsibilities will include: Undertaking the planning, delivery and reporting of ecological monitoring programsAssisting with the planning and implementation of threatened species reintroductionsContributing to collaborative research projects with colleagues and external studentsAs delegated, supervising a talented team of experienced field ecologistsUndertaking the development of conservation planning documentsTo be successful, you’ll have:PhD or near completion in ecology, conservation science or a related disciplineDemonstrated ability to organise and lead logistically complex field operationsHigh-level technical writing skills as evidenced by publicationsDemonstrated experience in working with and supervising diverse teamsAdvanced understanding of conservation science and expertise in applied ecologyEnthusiasm to undertake periods of extended work in remote areasThis is an opportunity to join the science program of Australia’s largest non-government conservation organisation and to make a strong contribution to our nationally significant applied ecology program. Enquiries only:Dr. Laurence Berry, Senior Wildlife Ecologist | Laurence.Berry@australianwildlife.orgApplications:Your application must include CV and covering letter which addresses the critical competencies listed in the detailed job description/position profile. Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be accepted.Closing date for applications: Sunday 9 January 2022Please note: Applicants must be an Australian citizen/permanent resident or have a suitable visa in place that allows ongoing full-time work in Australia, in order to apply for this position. Sponsorship is not available.If you apply for this role, AWC will include you in its ongoing updates and communications about its events, activities and fundraising initiatives. You may opt out of these communications at any time.Any application submitted to AWC will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, available at www.australianwildlife.org/privacy. By providing us with your contact details, your consent to receive communications and direct educational material will remain current until you advise us otherwise.Applicants must be able to comply with AWC vaccination policy.To learn more about AWC’s Sanctuaries and Partnerships, please visit our website www.australianwildlife.org/sanctuaries/  Position Description - Wildlife Ecologist (South East-Scotia, Mallee Cliffs) 2021

Wildlife Ecologist (South-east)

Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is the largest private (non-profit) owner of land for conservation in Australia. We protect endangered wildlife at 31 sanctuaries which  are  owned  or managed in partnership, covering a total of more than 6.5 million hectares.  

In the South-East, AWC runs a long-term reintroduction project at Scotia Sanctuary, innovative partnerships with NSW National Parks to reintroduce locally extinct mammals and deliver conservation land management at Mallee Cliffs National Park and Pilliga State Conservation Area and a science program at North Head in Sydney. AWC’s work in the South-East has a strong focus on ecosystem restoration through the reintroduction of locally-extinct mammals.

As a Wildlife Ecologist you will support the planning and delivery of ecological services including translocations, ecological monitoring and research at Mallee Cliffs National Park and Scotia Sanctuary to deliver applied outcomes for threatened species. The ideal candidate will be a collaboration-oriented team-player who has well developed field skills and high-level writing and analytical ability.

Starting in February 2022, the position will work as part of our ecology team based in Mildura, Victoria. The role is offered on an initial two-year contract with possibility for extension based on performance.  

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Undertaking the planning, delivery and reporting of ecological monitoring programs
  • Assisting with the planning and implementation of threatened species reintroductions
  • Contributing to collaborative research projects with colleagues and external students
  • As delegated, supervising a talented team of experienced field ecologists
  • Undertaking the development of conservation planning documents

To be successful, you’ll have:

  • PhD or near completion in ecology, conservation science or a related discipline
  • Demonstrated ability to organise and lead logistically complex field operations
  • High-level technical writing skills as evidenced by publications
  • Demonstrated experience in working with and supervising diverse teams
  • Advanced understanding of conservation science and expertise in applied ecology
  • Enthusiasm to undertake periods of extended work in remote areas

This is an opportunity to join the science program of Australia’s largest non-government conservation organisation and to make a strong contribution to our nationally significant applied ecology program. 

Enquiries only:

Dr. Laurence Berry, Senior Wildlife Ecologist | Laurence.Berry@australianwildlife.org

Applications:

Your application must include CV and covering letter which addresses the critical competencies listed in the detailed job description/position profile. Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 9 January 2022

Please note:

  1. Applicants must be an Australian citizen/permanent resident or have a suitable visa in place that allows ongoing full-time work in Australia, in order to apply for this position. Sponsorship is not available.
  2. If you apply for this role, AWC will include you in its ongoing updates and communications about its events, activities and fundraising initiatives. You may opt out of these communications at any time.
  3. Any application submitted to AWC will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, available at www.australianwildlife.org/privacy. By providing us with your contact details, your consent to receive communications and direct educational material will remain current until you advise us otherwise.
  4. Applicants must be able to comply with AWC vaccination policy.

To learn more about AWC’s Sanctuaries and Partnerships, please visit our website www.australianwildlife.org/sanctuaries/