Wildlife Ecologist | National (Negotiable Location)

The Australian Wildlife Conservancy is seeking a Wildlife Ecologist for a remote position that focuses on conservation science. Responsibilities include evaluating ecological health, conducting research, and supporting land management strategies. Candidates should have a PhD in ecology and experience in applied conservation. The role is primarily office-based but may involve time at AWC properties across Australia, allowing for a flexible work location.
Introduction:

About AWC:

Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is a global leader in conservation, providing hope for Australia’s wildlife with a science-informed, land management partnership approach which delivers high impact results. We protect endangered wildlife in iconic regions such as the Kimberley, Cape York, the Top End and Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre.

AWC's mission - to deliver effective conservation for all native animal species and their habitats - is achieved by:
• Operations - delivering effective large-scale land management including fire management, feral animal control, weed control and infrastructure management.
• Science - delivering the largest national biological survey program with a focus on measuring the population of indicator species and the extent of threatening processes as well as conducting research on key issues such as feral cat control.
• Fundraising - mobilising finance (primarily, tax deductible donations) from the general public and philanthropists including through effective communication of field updates from around the AWC estate.

About the role:

AWC’s science program plays a fundamental role in helping AWC meet its mission. AWC ecologists:
• measure and evaluate the ecological health of AWC’s wildlife sanctuaries and partnership sites;
• conduct research on key issues relevant to the conservation of wildlife;
• plan, implement and monitor reintroductions, and
• contribute to conservation and land management strategies, and report on their outcomes.

AWC’s National Science team provides strategic direction to AWC’s science program; support to our ecologists working in the regions; as well as information, advice and support to AWC’s Executive and Board.

The position of Wildlife Ecologist (National Science) has been established to assist the National Science Manager (NSM) progress a range of tasks, including the development and coordination of AWC’s Ecohealth monitoring program, the coordination of the research program - including administration of the research proposals and outputs, and input to the research strategy - and the development and review of strategies to prioritise AWC’s acquisitions, partnerships, research, reintroductions, land management and climate change adaptation. The scope of the role will be determined by the NSM, in consultation with the person working in the position, and may vary according to AWC’s priorities and the interests and capacity of the person working in the position.

The role will also provide advice to AWC’s Executive, and intellectual support and mentoring for AWC ecologists in the field.

At a glance, the successful candidates will demonstrate the following qualifications, experience and capacity:
• a PhD degree in ecology or a related discipline
• experience in applied conservation ecology
• team-building, collaboration and communication skills
• the motivation to work in the private nature conservation sector.

PLEASE NOTE: AWC manages properties across Australia, with offices in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns, Alice Springs, Narrabri, Mildura and Broome. The position may spend time on AWC properties, many of which are remote; however, the position is predominantly office-based. The position will be based at a location agreed with AWC.

To view the detailed position description for this vacancy, click here: Wildlife Ecologist | National

Join our Journey:

Take the leap and start your next adventure with the AWC! AWC reserves the right to start screening applicants and interviewing throughout the recruitment process.

Initial enquiries: employment@australianwildlife.org

Applications: To submit an application, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts to complete an online application form. Your application must include CV and covering letter, briefly addressing the critical competencies listed in the detailed job description attachment.

Please note:
• Applicants must be an Australian citizen/permanent resident or have a suitable visa in place in order to apply. Sponsorship is not available.
• Applicants will under go relevant pre-employment checks, which may include an online medical and a values based assessment.
• 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-policy. By providing us with your contact details, your consent to receive communications and direct educational material will remain current until you advise us otherwise.

AWC is a welcoming and inclusive organisation that invites individuals from diverse backgrounds, such as those who identify as First Nations and Torres Strait Islander, individuals with disabilities, the LGBTIQA+ community, neurodivergent individuals, and those from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, to apply for the opportunity. AWC values and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable to be themselves, and where a range of perspectives, cultures, and voices are respected and recognised as a key part to the success of AWC. To be eligible for consideration, applicants must also have the right to live and work in Australia.