Conservation Scientist
Stonewall, Manitoba
The Opportunity
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is seeking a
Conservation Scientist to help advance science
objectives within our Institute for Wetland and
Waterfowl Research (IWWR) and National Boreal
Program.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• identifying research priorities that will benefit
DUC’s waterfowl conservation objectives;
• developing and managing relationships with
DUC staff and external partners;
• designing, conducting, supervising and
facilitating research to advance waterfowl
conservation programs;
• publishing research results in peer-reviewed
journals and presenting research finding to
appropriate scientific forums and to DUC staff;
• securing funds to help support research and
conservation;
• assisting with continuing education and
communication activities (such as presenting at
workshops, reviewing items for DUC’s marketing
and communication efforts, or producing
magazine articles);
• participating in other professional activities (e.g.,
manuscript reviews, scientific consultation,
professional society activities, grant reviews,
etc.);
• assisting with strategic and program planning,
annual budget preparation, and related matters.
This position will be based from our national head
office at Oak Hammock Marsh, near Stonewall,
Manitoba.
Requirements
• Graduate degree in waterfowl or wetland ecology or a closely
related discipline, ideally with emphasis on breeding
waterfowl/waterbirds, wetland function, hydrology, climate
change, ecosystem services of waterfowl habitat or applied
conservation. PhD preferred.
• Knowledge in the following areas would be an asset:
o Anthropogenic change in the boreal forest and implications
for conserving wetlands and wildlife populations
o Conservation design and planning to achieve multiple
objectives
o Raising money to support scientific research or
conservation programs
• Proven ability to design, conduct and publish ecological research
is essential;
• Strength in experimental design and statistical analyses;
• Leadership experience with solid organizational skills, attention
to detail, and ability to multi-task;
• Adaptability to a variety of topics;
• Demonstrated ability to work both within a team and
independently;
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
The successful candidate will also have an affinity to the outdoors,
conservation and the world of waterfowl and wetlands.
How to Apply
Working for DUC is a career highlight for many staff. Let us know if
making a difference is important to you.
Please visit our online career center to submit your application for
confidential consideration.
Closing deadline: July 11, 2018
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is the leader in wetland conservation. A registered charity, DUC
partners with government, industry, non-profit organizations and landowners to conserve
wetlands that are critical to waterfowl, wildlife and the environment. Learn more at ducks.ca.
While DUC would like to thank all applicants, only candidates
considered for an interview will be contacted.