Lecturer in Wildlife & Conservation Management

About the team:

The Wildlife and Conservation Management team at SRUC is dedicated to equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to address modern environmental and biodiversity challenges. Combining academic expertise with practical field experience, the team delivers an applied curriculum that integrates classroom learning with hands on work across Scotland’s diverse landscapes.

Through strong partnerships with industry, conservation organisations, and government bodies, the team ensures teaching remains relevant and career focused. With an emphasis on sustainability, ethical land use, and real-world conservation practice, they inspire students to become skilled professionals and responsible stewards of the natural environment.

The Opportunity:

SRUC is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Wildlife & Conservation Management team at our Barony Campus. This is an exciting opportunity for an ecologist or conservation professional who is passionate about both their field and developing the next generation of practitioners. The successful candidate will bring experience in habitat management, ecological surveying, and practical conservation, alongside a genuine enthusiasm for supporting students in building these essential skills.

Applicants should demonstrate a strong understanding of current issues in wildlife and conservation management, with practical expertise in ecology and field-based techniques. Knowledge of data analysis, GIS/remote sensing, and conservation management practices is desirable. Experience in education, research, or upland conservation management would be advantageous. You will contribute to a dynamic, applied teaching environment, helping to inspire and equip students for careers in the environmental sector.

Minimum Qualifications:

The successful candidate will hold an MSc and an associated undergraduate degree in a conservation, wildlife, countryside management, or environmental management discipline.

For full person specification, download the job particular document.

Eligibility for Sponsorship:

Please note that this position does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.

Why work for SRUC?

• Generous annual leave
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted RAC Membership
• Generous family leave
• Flexible working patterns
• Hybrid working arrangements (in some areas)
• Tailored investment in your learning and development 

How to Apply:

Please read the Job Particulars document before applying for this role, and complete an online application form by pressing “apply” or visiting Jobs at SRUC

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