Lead Ecologist
Key Skills for This Role
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Quality & Methodology Development
Support the development and implementation of QA/QC frameworks for habitat mapping and classification.
Work with Data Science and Product teams to evolve AI-assisted and agentic mapping pipelines.
Introduce structured processes for testing and validating logic flows within our UI-based ecological toolchain.
Contribute to the improvement of SOPs, methodologies, and internal ecology training programs.
Mentorship & Capability Building
Coach and mentor Associate Ecologists on ecological mapping, data validation, and logic-based tool usage.
Contribute to performance management, competency development, and role progression within the Ecolab team.
Cross-functional Collaboration
Collaborate with GIS, Remote Sensing, and Product teams to validate ecological and AI-driven outputs.
Provide domain expertise during client reviews, audits, and scientific validations.
What We’re Looking For
Master’s or equivalent degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Forestry, Botany, Zoology, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in applied ecology, habitat mapping, or biodiversity monitoring, including team or project leadership.
Proven exposure to at least two geographies (e.g., UK, EU, US, or others).
Deep understanding of UKHab, DEFRA metric, and BNG workflows.
Strong familiarity with GIS tools (QGIS, ArcGIS) and remote-sensing interpretation.
Tech-savvy mindset — ability to conceptualize ecological workflows, build and test logic flows, and collaborate with AI/engineering teams to refine agentic systems.
Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
Why AiDASH
Join a global team driving innovation at the intersection of ecology, AI, and climate resilience.
Work with leading utilities, developers, and consultancies across multiple regions.
Shape the next generation of digital ecology and AI-enabled biodiversity intelligence.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible interview experience for all candidates. Please let us know if you require any accommodation during the interview process, and we will make every effort to meet your needs. Read our Privacy Policy here: https://www.aidash.com/policy/privacy-policy/
Qualifications
- Master’s or equivalent degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Forestry, Botany, Zoology, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in applied ecology, habitat mapping, or biodiversity monitoring, including team or project leadership.
- Proven exposure to at least two geographies (e.g., UK, EU, US, or others).
- Deep understanding of UKHab, DEFRA metric, and BNG workflows.
- Strong familiarity with GIS tools (QGIS, ArcGIS) and remote-sensing interpretation.
- Tech-savvy mindset — ability to conceptualize ecological workflows, build and test logic flows, and collaborate with AI/engineering teams to refine agentic systems.
- Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
- Why AiDASH
- Join a global team driving innovation at the intersection of ecology, AI, and climate resilience.
- Work with leading utilities, developers, and consultancies across multiple regions.
- Shape the next generation of digital ecology and AI-enabled biodiversity intelligence.
- We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible interview experience for all candidates. Please let us know if you require any accommodation during the interview process, and we will make every effort to meet your needs.
- Read our Privacy Policy here: https://www.aidash.com/policy/privacy-policy/
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