Job Description
WWF-India is seeking an ecologist with strong field research skills and a passion for applied conservation. The role involves bird monitoring, habitat studies, and telemetry research, with fieldwork in challenging terrains. Candidates should blend rigorous ecological research with on-ground conservation, including species assessments, habitat evaluations, data analysis, and technical reporting. Based in New Delhi, the position supports teams across India in implementing raptor conservation strategies. A proactive, solution-oriented approach is essential for success in this dynamic, field-based role.
Design and implement bird population assessments, habitat use studies, and long-term monitoring protocols.
Lead telemetry studies, nesting ecology assessments, or movement ecology work where relevant.
Analyse field data and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and technical reports.
Identify priority species, sites, and threats to inform conservation action plans.
Co-develop species recovery plans, site-based conservation interventions, and threat mitigation strategies.
Integrate bird conservation components into broader landscape or ecosystem-based planning.
Collaborate closely with Forest Departments, academic institutions, community-based organizations, and key stakeholders at local, regional, and national levels.
Coordinate with RCP colleagues to facilitate partnerships with State and Central agencies, develop MoUs, and strengthen collaborative conservation efforts across scales.
Undertake / support analyses/ support teams for projects and deliverables that need technical inputs, and mentor / build capacities of colleagues for data analysis
Requirements
Master's degree or PhD in Wildlife Ecology, Zoology, Conservation Biology, or related field.
Minimum [5] years of experience in ecology or avian ecology and conservation
Proven track record in ecological research, preferably with publications.
Familiarity with GIS, remote sensing, and statistical tools (e.g., R, DISTANCE, MaxEnt).
Experience working with government agencies and local communities.
Excellent communication, coordination, and team-building skills.
