Opportunities for ringers holding a valid BTO permit will be posted on this page as and when they become available. These may be paid opportunities, but some may be voluntary positions or just opportunities to gain additional ringing experience. If you wish to advertise an opportunity or position on this page, please email ruth.walker@bto.org

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Field Technician, University of East Anglia

An exciting opportunity is available to join the Davidson Lab at the School of Biological Sciences as a Field Technician. The role involves monitoring nestbox populations of Great Tits and Blue Tits, ring full grown and nestling birds, and collect faecal samples during the pre-breeding and breeding season.

The role requires a valid British Trust for Ornithology ringing permit that covers ringing full grown and pullus Great Tits and Blue Tits at the nest box and a mist-net endorsement for passerine birds and experience monitoring bird nests would be advantageous. 

This full-time post is available on a fixed term basis for three months. Salary on appointment will be £26,707 per annum.

Closing date: 12 January 2026

For more infomration, see the UEA website and for an informal discussion about the post please contact Gabrielle Davidson via gabrielle.davidson@uea.ac.uk.