We are currently recruiting a Scientific Officer for our client based in Belfast, Airport Road. The successful candidates will be required to start once the vetting paperwork and ANI completed. Start date: ASAPRate of pay: £17.43Duration: 25/01/2026 (potential for extension) Hours of work: 37 Key Responsibilities: The post-holder will support the team in delivering goals and objectives under the EFS MEF The post-holder will assist in the analysis of data and evidence on designated sites which is used to measure the effectiveness of the agri-environment scheme.The main responsibilities include:<ul><li>Use of ArcGIS PRO and MS Excel to analyse large spatial datasets.</li><li>Assisting in management of NI Countryside Survey data and maintenance of webpages.</li><li>Preparation of web content based on current and historical data/reports including text, charts and graphs.</li></ul>It may also include some habitat survey in the field. Essential Criteria applicants must have:<ul><li>Degree &amp; 4 GCE/GCSE 'O' Levels, grades A-C, in separate subjects which must include English, Mathematics and one Science subject (Proof of certs required).</li><li>2 years continuous experience gained within the last 8 years in a paid, voluntary or academic capacity associated with the conservation or assessment of our natural terrestrial or freshwater heritage (ecosystems, habitats or species), such as in one or a combination of the following:</li></ul>- Using ArcGISand MS Excel to analyse ecological datasets- Professional standard report writing and preparation- Conducting ecological surveys (including mapping, recording and monitoring of scientific data) Desirable skills/experience: <ul><li>A good ecological and knowledge base with some experience of species and habitats management/restoration.</li></ul> Please send your CV via the link or email RecCoBelfast

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