About the Company
Life on Marsh is a climate-tech startup building the MRV (Measurement, Reporting, and Verification) infrastructure for wetland restoration—turning restoration into a measurable, auditable, and investable asset class.
The company integrates IoT sensors, satellite remote sensing, and AI to generate high-quality water and biodiversity data for restoration companies, corporates, and regulators.
Life on Marsh originates from Mission to Marsh, an NGO with over €1M in corporate partnerships and more than 230,000 sqm of wetlands restored, collaborating with organizations such as Patagonia and Tomorrow Bank.
With a paid pilot secured, strong market interest (LOIs), and a pre-seed funding round underway, the company is entering a critical growth phase.
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Role Overview
Life on Marsh is seeking a senior Hydrologist / Environmental Engineer to join as an Advisor in a fractional capacity, with a clear pathway to a full-time leadership role post-funding.
Job Title: Advisor – Hydrology / Environmental Engineering
Company: Life on Marsh
Job Location: Remote (Germany-based preferred)
Contract Type: Fractional (Pre-funding) → Full-Time Leadership Role (Post-funding)
Compensation: Equity-based (initial) → Salary + Equity (post-funding)
Start Date: Immediate (Advisory role)
This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the scientific and technical foundation of a next-generation climate infrastructure platform.
You will act as the hydrological authority, supporting both project delivery and strategic positioning with clients, partners, and investors.
Key Responsibilities
Hydrology & Technical Advisory
- Provide expertise on water systems, wetlands, and restoration methodologies
- Support development of credible methodologies for:
- Water balance accounting
- Groundwater recharge
- VWBA (Volumetric Water Benefit Accounting)
- Guide scientific and technical decision-making across projects
Project Support & Field Integration
- Advise on restoration project planning and field assessments
- Support design of water monitoring systems and methodologies
- Ensure scientific rigor in real-world implementation
Strategic & Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as the hydrological expert in client and investor discussions
- Strengthen the technical credibility of Life on Marsh’s MRV platform
- Support positioning in regulatory and commercial environments
Growth & Leadership
- Contribute to scaling the company’s technical capabilities
- Transition into a full-time leadership role as the company grows
- Help shape long-term strategy in environmental data and restoration
Required Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience as a Hydrologist or Environmental Engineer in commercial settings
- Proven track record delivering real-world projects (not solely academic research)
- Experience in wetlands, peatlands, or ecosystem restoration
- Strong background in water accounting, hydrological modelling, or regulatory frameworks
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, early-stage startup environment
Preferred (Bonus) Experience
- Experience with MRV systems (Measurement, Reporting, Verification)
- Familiarity with remote sensing, IoT monitoring, or geospatial data
- Knowledge of carbon markets, biodiversity metrics, or nature-based solutions
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Compensation & Benefits
- Pre-Funding: Fractional advisory role with equity compensation
- Post-Funding: Full-time role with salary + equity
- Opportunity to join as a core early team member / leader
- Flexible working arrangements (remote-friendly)
Why Join Life on Marsh?
- Work at the forefront of climate-tech and environmental innovation
- Help define how wetland restoration is measured and financed globally
- Join at an early stage with strong traction (pilot + LOIs + funding in progress)
- High ownership and leadership growth potential
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:
📧 Email: gilles@missiontomarsh.org
📎 Include:
- Your LinkedIn profile
- A short response to: “Why should we choose you?”
