Job Overview
Location
United States
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Other
Date Posted
June 3, 2026
Full Job Description
đź“‹ Description
- • Serve as the onboard expert and specialist in ornithology for expedition cruises, delivering accurate, engaging, and scientifically grounded interpretations of bird species, habitats, and behaviors observed during voyages.
- • Design and deliver daily educational presentations, including pre-landing briefings, onboard lectures, and evening recaps focused exclusively on avian ecology, migration patterns, and conservation status across expedition regions.
- • Conduct in-the-field birding excursions and interpretive walks, guiding guests through identification, behavior observation, and ecological context using binoculars, field guides, and audio recordings.
- • Collaborate with other field staff to integrate ornithological content into the broader natural history itinerary, ensuring seamless alignment with marine biology, geology, and cultural narratives.
- • Maintain detailed observational logs of bird sightings, including species, numbers, behaviors, and environmental conditions, contributing to expedition data collection and scientific documentation.
- • Engage with guests during meals, social events, and informal interactions to foster meaningful conversations about birds, conservation, and expedition experiences, maintaining a welcoming and professional demeanor.
- • Adapt content and delivery style to diverse guest backgrounds, from novice birders to seasoned ornithologists, ensuring accessibility without compromising scientific rigor.
- • Uphold safety protocols during shore excursions and Zodiac operations, particularly in remote or sensitive bird habitats, and assist in minimizing human impact on nesting and feeding areas.
- • Participate in pre-voyage training and orientation, reviewing itineraries, regional bird lists, and conservation guidelines to ensure preparedness for each cruise segment.
- • Work in a multi-national, close-quarters environment aboard expedition ships, maintaining professionalism, flexibility, and cultural sensitivity while living and working alongside crew and guests for extended periods.
- • Be available for contract periods of minimum 3–5 weeks, with variable daily hours dictated by expedition schedule, weather, and wildlife activity, including early mornings and late evenings.
- • Represent Lindblad Expeditions and National Geographic with integrity, embodying the brand’s commitment to responsible exploration and environmental stewardship.
🎯 Requirements
- • Demonstrated expertise in ornithology with professional experience identifying and studying bird species in the wild
- • Proven experience working in the expedition cruising industry
- • Ability to deliver engaging, accurate, and science-based presentations to diverse audiences
- • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with guests in close quarters
- • Willingness to work extended contract periods (3–5 weeks minimum) with irregular hours
- • Valid passport and ability to travel internationally to remote destinations
🏖️ Benefits
- • Opportunity to work in some of the world’s most pristine and biodiverse environments
- • Paid travel and accommodation during contract periods
- • Professional development through collaboration with National Geographic and expedition science teams
- • Access to a global network of naturalists, scientists, and conservation professionals
Skills & Technologies
About Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc.
Lindblad Expeditions operates small-ship expedition cruises and adventure travel experiences to remote destinations including Antarctica, the Arctic, the Galápagos, Alaska, and the South Pacific. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in New York, the company partners with National Geographic to provide educational voyages led by naturalists, scientists, and photographers. Its fleet of purpose-built vessels and chartered ships is designed for exploration, featuring Zodiacs, kayaks, and underwater imaging technology. The company focuses on conservation, sustainable tourism practices, and scientific research support while offering immersive itineraries that combine wildlife encounters, cultural interactions, and geographic discovery for affluent adventure travelers.
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