Are you an aquatic ecologist looking to grow your fisheries knowledge with subject experts?
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join APEM’s Freshwater Fisheries team in Scotland, working within a team of aquatic scientists with cross-cutting expertise in fisheries science, hydrology and wider aquatic ecology.
Based in Scotland, but part of the dynamic UK-wide team, the purpose of the role is to provide expert aquatic science consultancy services. Your focus will be on (but not limited to) supporting Scottish environment / conservation agencies, as well as clients representing the water, energy and related industries. Central to the role is to protect and enhance freshwater fisheries and the wider aquatic environment, whilst playing a key part in enabling responsible development, ensuring progress goes hand-in-hand with environmental stewardship.
As you grow in this role, you will further develop your expertise in freshwater fisheries ecology, mastering key technical survey methodologies, and understanding the guidance and legislation that shapes our data analysis and reporting. Over time you will gain the confidence and competence to independently manage data processing and reporting tasks, whilst also becoming skilled in a range of freshwater fisheries survey techniques. Working closely with Senior and Principal consultants, you will gain exposure to technical client meetings and play an active role in project delivery.
You will be offered the chance to work on a variety of projects, many of our employees have worked on projects that have been of personal interest to them. We match this with a commitment to continuous development and learning to support your career. We also offer benefits to look after you, from private medical insurance for all employees, access to mental health first aiders and comprehensive income protection if you cannot work. We also offer superb flexible working options, balancing work with your life.
Next steps
We are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive team. If you can’t tick every box on our job description, then we are still keen to hear from you and are open to supporting your development. That may be working part time or supporting you to gain experience in a specific area – we are a growing company and are able to adapt roles to reflect individual skills.
If you think you have what it takes to join our fast-growing business, then please apply immediately on our website. All we need some basic information and your CV, we will review all applications quickly and will respond to all applications.