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MKO · 1 month ago

Research Ecologist

positionUnited States
timeFull-time, Contract
remoteRemote
seniorityMid, Senior Level

MKO is Ireland’s largest Planning and Environmental consultancy, and they are seeking a Research Ecologist to lead the RE:HARRIER Project. This role involves managing research on hen harrier interactions with wind energy developments, focusing on nest site fidelity and habitat impacts, while also contributing to the development of conservation strategies.

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Responsibilities

Manage, prepare, and analyse nest and habitat datasets
Develop and implement statistical and spatial analysis approaches to assess nest site fidelity and habitat associations (e.g. GLMMs, distance metrics, KDE, RSFs)
Conduct targeted literature reviews to support both work packages, collaborate with internal project teams, and participate in internal and stakeholder meetings
Contribute to shaping research questions and methodologies, particularly for the repowering-focused work package
Draft high-quality, peer-reviewed manuscripts and/or technical reports based on both work packages

Qualification

Ecological researchStatistical programmingGeneralised Linear Mixed ModelsSpatial analysisLarge ecological datasetsPeer-reviewed publicationsCritical thinkingRaptor ecologyUpland habitatsResearch project management

Required

An MSc or PhD in ecology, conservation biology or a related field
Proficiency in statistical programming in R or Python, and experience applying Generalised Linear Mixed Models (GLMMs) in ecological research
Experience with spatial analysis using QGIS, ArcGIS, or equivalent software
Strong analytical skills and experience working with large ecological datasets
Strong critical thinking skills, with the proven ability to develop research questions, assess methods, and interpret ecological data
A demonstrated ability to write and publish in peer-reviewed journals

Preferred

Familiarity with raptor ecology, upland habitats, or the ecological impacts of renewable energy
Experience in research project coordination or management

Company

MKO

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MKO is Ireland’s largest Planning and Environmental consultancy.
dateFounded in 2008
location
Galway, Galway, IRL
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://mkoireland.ie

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Brian Keville
Managing Director
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