Officer in marine conservation - Blue Nature Alliance, Chile

Officer, Blue Nature Alliance, Latin America Region - Pew Charitable Trusts - Santiago, Chile - 110,800-123,800 USD/year - Hybrid work model

Location: Santiago, Chile

Organization: Pew Charitable Trusts / Blue Nature Alliance

Contract Type: Full-time position

Main Description:
Lead regional portfolio of marine conservation initiatives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Responsible for establishing and improving management effectiveness of large-scale marine conservation areas, working with governments and partners to achieve 30x30 conservation targets.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 8 years of applicable experience in conservation campaigns, marine conservation, and environmental policy
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Political, strategic, and analytical skills
• Fluency in English and Spanish
• Ability to work effectively across diverse cultural contexts
• Legal authorization to work in Chile

Benefits/Conditions:

• Salary: 45,050,000 - 50,350,000 CLP (110,800 - 123,800 USD)
• Competitive benefits program
• Hybrid work model with office days and remote flexibility
• 4 weeks of flexible telework per year

How to Apply:
Through the JobTarget portal: https://hosted-apply.jobtarget.com/job/Officer-Blue-Nature-Alliance-Latin-America-Region-JWYR8VHQKz5xLH7aAH7X5A

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Beca científico emergente en aves marinas - BirdLife International (UK)

BirdLife Emerging Scientist Scholarship - Investigación sobre riesgo de extinción de aves marinas - Cambridge, UK - 12 meses - £25,000/año - Deadline 13 marzo 2025

Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom (hybrid model, minimum 1 day/week on site)

Organization: BirdLife International - Global Science Division

Contract Type: 12-month full-time scholarship

Main Description: This scholarship is designed for emerging scientists passionate about marine conservation. The successful candidate will work within BirdLife International's Global Science Division, focusing on updating and analyzing seabird data according to IUCN Red List criteria. The role involves assessing extinction risk of seabird species, contributing to global conservation assessments, and supporting evidence-based conservation decision-making.

Requirements:

• Passion for conservation
• Strong synthesis and clear communication skills
• Desirable: Knowledge of seabird ecology and conservation
• Understanding of IUCN Red List criteria
• GIS experience

Benefits/Conditions:

• Annual salary: £25,000
• 12% pension contribution
• 25 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Hybrid working model (minimum 1 day per week in Cambridge office)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to David Attenborough Building facilities

How to Apply: Submit your application through BirdLife International's recruitment portal: https://birdlifeinternational.teamtailor.com/jobs/7276863-birdlife-emerging-scientist-scholarship

Application deadline: 13 March 2025

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3 plazas de vigilante ambiental de aves en parque eólico (Zaragoza)

Vigilante Ambiental de Avifauna en Parque Eólico - Ibersyd - Épila, Zaragoza, España - 40h semanales - 3 puestos disponibles

Ubicación: Épila, Zaragoza, España

Organización: Ibersyd (Íber Sostenibilidad y Desarrollo, S.L.)

Tipo de Contrato: Contrato laboral - 3 puestos disponibles

Descripción Principal:
Vigilante ambiental de avifauna en parque eólico. La función principal será vigilar la presencia de aves para reducir el riesgo de colisión con los aerogeneradores y realizar censos de forma periódica desde un punto fijo de observación al aire libre.

Requisitos:

• Residencia en Zaragoza o alrededores
• Competencias digitales
• Conocimientos en ornitología nivel medio
• Vehículo propio y carnet de conducir en vigor
• A valorar: Residencia en Épila
• A valorar: Titulación en Ciencias Ambientales o Biológica, Ingeniería Forestal/Montes/Ambiental/Agronomía, o Técnico Superior Medio Ambiente
• A valorar: Experiencia de 1 año en puesto similar

Beneficios/Condiciones:

• Salario según valía
• Abono de kilometraje
• Jornada laboral 40 horas semanales en turnos rotativos (7 días de semana desde amanecer hasta atardecer)

Cómo Aplicar:
Completar formulario en web con CV actualizado en https://www.ibersyd.com/oferta-de-empleo-vigilante-ambiental-avifauna-epila-zaragoza/
Contacto: info@ibersyd.com | +34 722 56 49 07

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Beca para científicos junior en conservación de aves marinas (Cambridge, UK)

BirdLife Emerging Scientist Scholarship - Investigación en conservación y evaluación de riesgo de extinción de aves marinas - BirdLife International, Cambridge, UK - 12 meses - £25,000/año - Deadline 13 marzo 2025

Location: Cambridge, UK

Organization: BirdLife International

Contract Type: 12-month full-time scholarship

Main Description:
Scholarship for early-career scientists to conduct high-impact conservation research, focusing on seabird extinction risk assessment. Position within the Global Science Division, offering mentorship, training, and access to global conservation data.

Requirements:

• Passion for conservation
• Ability to synthesize complex information
• Knowledge of seabird species, ecology and conservation (desirable)
• Understanding of IUCN Red List criteria
• GIS experience (desirable)

Benefits/Conditions:

• Salary: £25,000 per annum (depending on skills/experience)
• 12% pension contribution
• 25 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Hybrid working model (minimum 1 day/week in Cambridge)
• Employee Assistance Programme

How to Apply:
Apply online: https://birdlifeinternational.teamtailor.com/jobs/7276863-birdlife-emerging-scientist-scholarship

Deadline: March 13, 2025

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Monitorea ballenas en Massachusetts

Protected Species Acoustician - Passive Acoustic Monitoring of whales - Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries, New Bedford, USA - Deadline 15 March 2026

Location: New Bedford, Massachusetts, USA

Organization: Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission / Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries

Contract Type: Contract position

Main Description:
Position to assist in the Passive Acoustic Monitoring (PAM) project detecting large whales acoustically in Massachusetts coastal waters. The role requires a professional with experience in protected species acoustics.

Requirements:

• Experience in marine acoustics
• Knowledge of whale detection
• Familiarity with PAM systems

How to Apply:
Application deadline: March 15, 2026
Apply at: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=346419e0-24f9-44bc-be17-bce85e603553&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=549904&source=CC2&lang=en_US

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Trabaja en remoto para rePLANET salvando manglares

Analista de manglares y carbono azul - rePLANET - Remoto internacional - Proyectos en América Central y del Sur - Contrato competitivo

Location: Remote, international

Organization: rePLANET

Contract Type: Full-time contract (employee or contractor depending on location)

Main Description:
Specialist analyst in mangrove restoration and blue carbon to design and implement large-scale restoration strategies. The position requires experience in carbon modeling, hydrological analysis, and carbon verification and certification processes (MRV). Work in close collaboration with teams in the UK and on-site in projects primarily in Central and South America.

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience in planning and implementing mangrove restoration projects
• Experience in mangrove ecosystem analysis and carbon storage assessment
• Competence in blue carbon assessment techniques and mangrove carbon modeling
• Knowledge of tidal pattern analysis and coastal/tidal hydrology
• Familiarity with carbon certification processes (VERRA, Plan Vivo) and carbon accounting methodologies
• Experience preparing or reviewing technical documentation (PDDs, MRVs)
• Analytical and data modeling skills (biomass, carbon storage)
• Competence in coastal remote sensing (SAR, hyperspectral)
• Knowledge of aquaculture and interaction with mangrove systems
• Experience with validation/verification audits
• Marine fieldwork competencies and water safety
• Fluent English and Spanish (written and verbal)
• Basic programming (R, Python, Java)
• Bachelor's or Master's/PhD in relevant discipline

Benefits/Conditions:
Competitive package (details available during interview process). Positions available as employee or contractor depending on location.

How to Apply:
Apply online at: https://replanet.bamboohr.com/careers

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Postdocs (2-3 plazas) en modelado de ecosistemas e IA (USA)

Postdoctoral Research Associate for modeling/AI (2-3 positions)

Location: Norman, Oklahoma, USA

Organization: Institute for Environmental Genomics (IEG), University of Oklahoma

Contract Type: Postdoctoral position

Main Description:
The Institute for Environmental Genomics (IEG) at the University of Oklahoma is seeking 2-3 highly motivated postdoctoral researchers with skills in ecosystem modeling and AI (machine learning, large language models) to work on DOE-sponsored projects focused on carbon cycle and the development of AI-enhanced tools for ecosystem ecology and microbiome research.

This is an excellent opportunity to participate in diverse research projects at IEG and contribute to long-term climate change studies.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated skills in ecosystem modeling
• Experience in machine learning or large language models
• Application of AI in ecosystem ecology or microbiome research

Benefits/Conditions:

• Opportunity to participate in diverse research projects at IEG
• Possibility to work on long-term climate change studies
• Work on DOE-sponsored projects on carbon cycle

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their application through:
https://apply.interfolio.com/179513

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Plaza permanente en ecología molecular y eDNA para la conservación (Abu Dhabi, EAU)

Staff Scientist in Molecular Ecology - Metabarcoding and eDNA for biodiversity assessment - OIKOS Genomics, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Full-time permanent position - Open until filled

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Organization: OIKOS Genomics

Contract Type: Full-time permanent position

Main Description:
OIKOS Genomics is seeking a Staff Scientist in Molecular Ecology to lead R&D projects in metabarcoding and eDNA for biodiversity assessment. The role emphasizes development of molecular tools and laboratory pipelines that support conservation programs across diverse habitats. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on conservation efforts while collaborating with a global network of academic researchers.

Requirements:

• PhD in Molecular Ecology or related field with 2-4 years of postdoctoral experience
• Demonstrated experience in DNA barcoding, metabarcoding, and/or eDNA applications
• Experience with short-read sequencing technologies and Oxford Nanopore
• Understanding of how molecular data informs conservation practice
• Excellent teamwork, communication and project management skills
• Fluency in spoken and written English

Benefits/Conditions:

• Full-time permanent position
• Career opportunity with direct impact on conservation
• Collaboration with global network of academic researchers

How to Apply:
Send detailed CV, cover letter describing relevant experience and motivation, and contact information for two references to: join-us@reneco.org. Applications accepted until the position is filled.

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