Assistant Scientist (Ecology)
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Reference: |
DEI20747 |
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Salary: |
The salary band for this post is Band F, £30,369.00 to £32,463.00, starting salary will be on the base of the salary scale, £30,369.00 |
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Working pattern: |
Permanent, Part-time |
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Location: |
Galashiels |
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Closing date: |
11 May 2025 at midnight |
We are looking for a Part-Time (21 hours) Assistant Ecologist on a Permanent
Here at SEPA, we’re connected by a passion that drives us to be purposeful in every action we take – to protect our environment. Through our expertise, we lead projects that make a difference for Scotland, and our workplaces are grounded in respect for that expertise.
That’s why, when you join us as a Assistant Ecologist, you’ll discover enriching benefits, meaningful support, and opportunities to learn every day. That’s what it means to be Passionately Purposeful – for our environment, and for your career.
We work in a professional way towards our shared goals, knowing the work we do makes a genuine, lasting difference on the environment. As a [Assistant Ecologist] for [Ecology Assessment Unit in the Galashiels team], [SEPA Assistant Ecologists support Ecologists work to monitor and assess the state of the environment and work with colleagues to trace and reduce pollution through regulation and enforcement. Your role will include:
This is a highly important role within our Data, Evidence and Innovation portfolio. The post has been created to allow our Ecology Function to deliver our goal of protecting and improving the environment, which means you’ll need…
A Minimum HND or equivalent in a relevant Science or equivalent experience in technical/scientific professional role
Knowledge of science procedures within a given area of work; Freshwater ecology in general, preferably including macroinvertebrates
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The full skills and experience we are looking for are set out in our job summaries
We’re cultivating a workplace that supports not only your passion and your professional lives, but your personal life. So, you’ll find benefits that make a difference at work and at home. Such as
Your passion has never had a greater purpose
Here at SEPA, we’re connected by a passion that drives us to be purposeful in every action we take – to protect our environment. Through our expertise, we lead projects that make a difference for Scotland, and our workplaces are grounded in respect for that expertise.
That’s why, when you join us as a Assistant Ecologist, you’ll discover enriching benefits, meaningful support, and opportunities to learn every day. That’s what it means to be Passionately Purposeful – for our environment, and for your career.
Work that goes beyond your desk
We work in a professional way towards our shared goals, knowing the work we do makes a genuine, lasting difference on the environment. As a [Assistant Ecologist] for [Ecology Assessment Unit in the Galashiels team], [SEPA Assistant Ecologists support Ecologists work to monitor and assess the state of the environment and work with colleagues to trace and reduce pollution through regulation and enforcement. Your role will include:
- Contributing to our field survey programme – principally in freshwater
- Analysing samples, principally benthic invertebrates to TL2 level
- Recording field data and analytical results in laboratory information management system
- Assisting ecologists in responding to environmental events, such as pollution incidents
Respect for your expertise
This is a highly important role within our Data, Evidence and Innovation portfolio. The post has been created to allow our Ecology Function to deliver our goal of protecting and improving the environment, which means you’ll need…
A Minimum HND or equivalent in a relevant Science or equivalent experience in technical/scientific professional role
Knowledge of science procedures within a given area of work; Freshwater ecology in general, preferably including macroinvertebrates
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The full skills and experience we are looking for are set out in our job summaries
Support that goes beyond the workplace
We’re cultivating a workplace that supports not only your passion and your professional lives, but your personal life. So, you’ll find benefits that make a difference at work and at home. Such as
- Hybrid and Flexible working opportunities
- Up to 34 days annual leave and 7 additional public holidays each year (pro rata)
- Paid time off to support your Wellbeing and enable you to Volunteer in your community
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Progressive Family Friendly policies
- Training & development to enable colleagues to improve their skills, competencies and knowledge to perform at their best
Plus, many more lifestyle benefits such as 24/7 access to an online employee discount platform, credit union facilities and access to a Cycle to Work Scheme.
Passionately you. Purposefully supportive
SEPA is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and good relations in everything it does – as a community leader, as a provider and commissioner of services, and as an employer.
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Passionately Purposeful about Scotland’s environment – and your career
Protecting our environment, promoting our work, and supporting our people, working at SEPA means being part of an organisation that’s grounded in respect for your expertise – and your wellbeing. So you can be your best and make the biggest impact.
We recruit solely based on merit. Our shortlisting process is conducted on an anonymous basis and, therefore, we cannot accept CV’s and covering letters. Please ensure that you include all relevant information in your application form.
We proudly use the “Happy to Talk Flexible Working” as well as the “Disability Confident Employer” Logos and on all our job vacancies.
Applicants with a visual impairment can request job descriptions and application forms in Braille, large print or on tape.
For the security and wellbeing of our colleagues we invite successful candidates to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) pre-employment checks including a Basic Disclosure Scotland check.
If you have questions or need any assistance with the recruitment process, please contact SEPA’s Recruitment Team at recruitment@sepa.org.uk
Apply now to join a Passionately Purposeful workplace
Protecting our environment, promoting our work, and supporting our people, working at SEPA means being part of an organisation that’s grounded in respect for your expertise – and your wellbeing. So you can be your best and make the biggest impact.
We recruit solely based on merit. Our shortlisting process is conducted on an anonymous basis and, therefore, we cannot accept CV’s and covering letters. Please ensure that you include all relevant information in your application form.
We proudly use the “Happy to Talk Flexible Working” as well as the “Disability Confident Employer” Logos and on all our job vacancies.
Applicants with a visual impairment can request job descriptions and application forms in Braille, large print or on tape.
For the security and wellbeing of our colleagues we invite successful candidates to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) pre-employment checks including a Basic Disclosure Scotland check.
If you have questions or need any assistance with the recruitment process, please contact SEPA’s Recruitment Team at recruitment@sepa.org.uk
Apply now to join a Passionately Purposeful workplace