Joseph McIntyre
London,Merton
Summary
Recent ecology and conservation biology graduate with a passion for environmental conservation, habitat restoration and hands-on field research. Looking to gain experience in an entry-level ecology role with an interest in working towards my protected species licenses and build a career in the field.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Invasive Species Management
(Volunteer)
Nelson, New Zealand
2025.05 - 2025.05
- Assisted with the physical removal of invasive Old Man's Beard (Clematis vitalba) through manual removal and herbicide spraying to support native biodiversity.
- Supported efforts to reduce the population of invasive common brushtail possums (Trichosurus vulpecula) via trapping to protect the ecosystem, specifically native birdlife.
- Worked collaboratively to implement habitat management and conservation practises in the field.
Assisting with Sustainable building
(Volunteer)
Rotorua , New Zealand
2025.04 - 2025.04
- Aided with eco-friendly hemp building practises for increased carbon sequestering utilising manure as a sustainable binder.
- Planted native shrub species along steep-sided banks to secure loose soil and prevent potential landslides.
- Participated in habitat restoration through the planting of native species throughout the country
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ecology and Conservation Biology
University of Leeds
Leeds 2020.09 - 2024.06
A-Levels -
Rutlish School
London 2018.09 - 2020.05
Skills
- Field Research and Data Collection : Have experience with Phase 1 habitat surveys, Environmental Quality Surveys and collecting data
- Data Analysis : Have a developing knowledge of both SPSS and RStudio
- Report Writing and Communication : Able to produce scientific reports and effectively communicate findings to stakeholders
- Familiar with invasive species management techniques
- Able to learn and adapt quickly in a fast paced environment
- Full UK driving license
Affiliations
- Spearfishing/Fishing : Passionate about sustainable living and exploring local ecosystems as well as contributing to citizen science through iRecord specifically noting species abundance shifts.
- Hiking : Very keen on making use of bothies wherever possible and again recording local biodiversity through iNaturalist.
Timeline
Invasive Species Management
(Volunteer)
2025.05 - 2025.05
Assisting with Sustainable building
(Volunteer)
2025.04 - 2025.04
Bachelor of Science - Ecology and Conservation Biology
University of Leeds
2020.09 - 2024.06
A-Levels -
Rutlish School
2018.09 - 2020.05