Researcher – Adders Up Project

The “Adders Up” project are working with Newcastle University on a collaborative research
project this year, and we have a new opportunity for a full time Researcher for a period of 8
months to join the team at the North Pennines National Landscape.

As the Researcher you will lead on the field surveys of adders with support from the Field
Research Assistant. The field work will follow protocols provided by Newcastle University using
established survey and sampling techniques. The data collection will involve safe handling,
measurements, and sampling of genetic material from individual snakes, in addition to
standardised population surveys.

You will lead on data recording and management in the field, and ensuring data, field
photographs and camera trap images are stored in a secure and systematic manner.

You will lead on planning all survey work including securing access, health and safety, and
preparation and maintenance of equipment, with support from the Field Research Assistant. You
will also perform DNA extractions and assist with analyses of genetic data and generate
landscape models (e.g. landscape resistance models).

Salary: Grade 8 – £30,296 to £33,945 per annum

Employment Location: North Pennines National Landscape Office, Stanhope (hybrid working
options available).

Closing date 6 May 2024 with Interviews scheduled to be held on either Thursday 16 or Friday 17
May 2024.

We encourage you to contact Adam Millington, Biodiversity Lead via email at [email protected] to arrange an informal
discussion about the role.