Field Biologist

Natural Resource Solutions Inc. (NRSI) is proud to provide high quality and cost-effective natural environment consulting solutions to our clients across Canada.  We are a highly respected niche biological consulting firm with offices in Waterloo, Ontario and Calgary, Alberta. Our team of skilled ecologists provide expertise in the identification and management of significant and sensitive natural species and their habitats. 

Why Us?
At NRSI we value our people and strive to provide a healthy work-life balance and a safe work environment.  This position offers a competitive hourly wage, annual profit sharing, a health and dental benefit program, RRSP contribution matching, Professional Development, field equipment allowance, and the opportunity to work with other highly experienced staff.  Work-from-home and other flexible scheduling arrangements can be made.

Your Contribution to NRSI
NRSI is looking for a qualified field biologist with experience working in remote field locations to join our growing team.  Field work is expected to primarily be conducted in northern Ontario, but may also be located in southern Ontario, or rarely out of province.  The successful applicant will be based out of our Waterloo office and expected to regularly contribute to both field- and office-based tasks.  This position can accommodate hybrid work, with a requirement for in-office attendance at least two days per week when not in the field.

The primary duties and responsibilities for this role include:

• Leading and/or participating in ecological surveys in remote field locations.
• Completing background reviews.
• Managing and analyzing data.
• Supporting the preparation of reports, including writing portions of reports.
• Coordinating terrestrial and wetland field surveys, as required.
• Supporting the preparation of proposals and cost estimates.

Your Education:

• A diploma or degree in Biology or Environmental Sciences.  Similar educational experience will also be considered.

Key Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in leading, coordinating and conducting ecological field surveys.
• Technically skilled and proficient in the identification of Ontario wildlife species.
• Ensuring high-quality field data collection, accurate field notes, and adherence to standard procedures and protocols.
• Willing and able to travel for multi-day field surveys, often in remote locations, under inclement weather, in a variety of environmental conditions, and occasionally for long hours. This may include overnight stays.
• Proven ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail, including the upkeep of well-organized and thorough field notes.
• Physically fit, as some field work for this position will be physically demanding.
• Ability to work independently on a regular basis as well as collaboratively in a team, and take initiative in field settings.
• Proven proficiency in report writing, data entry and analysis.
• A commitment to continual improvement of technical abilities.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Over 21 years old in order to drive NRSI fleet vehicles and rental vehicles.
• Access to a personal vehicle insured for work purposes.
• Able to reliably commute on a regular basis to the work location.

Assets:

• Demonstrated experience conducting ecological surveys, such as breeding birds, insects, turtle basking/nesting, anuran breeding, snake surveys, vegetation inventories and/or Ecological Land Classification.
• Certification in Ecological Land Classification for southern or northern Ontario.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience with non-vascular plant identification.
• Experience operating ATVs/UTVs, or ARGOs.
• Experience with trailering.
• Demonstrated experience working in remote field locations.

Application Closing Date: June 12, 2026. Interviews will begin as suitable applicants are found.

Application Requirements: A cover letter addressed to Nyssa Hardie and Ryan Archer is required with all applications.

Position Start Date: As soon as possible upon completion of the hiring process and mutual agreement with the selected candidate.

Location:  Waterloo, ON
Salary: $25 - $29 per hour commensurate on experience.

Estimated number of hours per week, including authorized travel: 40 hours.

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

AI Disclosure: NRSI does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates for this role.

Rental Eligibility: Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement (21+) as specified by our third-party vehicle rental providers in order to perform site-based duties.

NRSI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

NRSI is also committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in our recruitment process, employment, services, programs, and activities.  To request a reasonable accommodation, contact our HR Department at Show phone number.