Red List Research Assistants

We are looking for two Research Assistants to join our Science Division in the Global Secretariat, to support BirdLife’s work on assessing the IUCN Red List status of the world’s birds.

 

The ideal candidates will have 

• A broad knowledge of the world’s birds, their distribution and ecology, and of global conservation issues

• A scientific approach, analytical mind and ability to collate and synthesise information clearly and concisely

• An understanding of how the IUCN Red List categories and criteria are applied to assess species’ extinction risk

• At least a first degree in a biological or environmental subject

 

A detailed job description can be found at here. 

 

Closing date: 2 May 2016

 

Salary:  £18,000 - £23,000 pro rata, dependent on experience. Competitive pension benefits.

 

Application: Applicants should include a covering letter summarising their suitability for the position, a detailed CV, and contact details of two referees known to them in a professional capacity. Applicants will need to be eligible to work in the UK. Applications should be sent by email, stating reference RASBLI, to: recruitment@birdlife.org  

Interviews: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Interviews will be held in Cambridge on 11 May 2016.