Becas remuneradas en ríos tropicales de Trinidad

 

Paid Research Internships - The Guppy Project

Location

Trinidad, West Indies

Organization

Multi-institutional collaboration: University of California (Riverside), Florida State University, University of Oxford, and Auburn University

Contract Type

Internship (minimum 3 months with possibility of extension and/or promotion to field site manager)

Main Description

Research interns are needed to assist in a multi-disciplinary, multi-investigator, experimental study of the evolution of species interactions in Trinidad, West Indies. The research is led by Professors David Reznick (University of California, Riverside), Joseph Travis (Florida State University), Tim Coulson (University of Oxford), and Ron Bassar (Auburn University).

We seek to integrate multiple biological fields for the study of these interactions in experimental populations of guppies and killifish in Trinidad. Duties include assisting in monthly censuses of guppy and killifish populations in montane streams and helping to execute experiments in on-site artificial streams. The monthly censuses include long hours in the field and laboratory.

Requirements

• Interest in pursuing graduate studies in ecology and evolution
• Ability to live and work well with others
• Good physical condition (research involves carrying heavy packs over slippery and steep terrain)
• Able to work in semi-remote areas, sometimes under bad weather conditions

Desirable skills (not required):

• Ability to drive a standard transmission vehicle
• First-aid/first responder training
• Skills in automobile maintenance
• Construction skills

Benefits/Conditions

• Monthly stipend: $700 USD per month for first-time interns
• Travel costs covered (up to $900 USD)
• Housing provided
• Potential start dates: June 2025 and every month thereafter until September 2025

How to Apply

Applicants should send a cover letter, CV, and the names and e-mail addresses of three or more professional references to David Reznick (gupy@ucr.edu). At least two of the references should be academics.

For more information on the project and access to reprints, please visit www.theguppyproject.weebly.com. Be sure to check out the video menu, which includes "guppy censuses" as submenu VII. It details the main tasks associated with the internship.

Additional Contact Information:

Ron Bassar Assistant Professor Department of Biological Sciences Auburn University Personal Webpage: www.ron-bassar.squarespace.com Guppy Project Webpage: www.theguppyproject.weebly.com

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Trabaja como docente de Biología de la Conservación en Nueva Zelanda

 

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer - Conservation Biology

Location / Ubicación

University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand

Organization / Organización

DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY | TE TARI MÂTAI KARAREHE DIVISION OF SCIENCES | TE ROHE A AHIKAROA UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO

Contract Type / Tipo de contrato

Permanent, full-time (1 FTE) position

Main Description / Descripción principal

Applications are invited for the permanent position of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Pûkenga/Pûkenga Matua) in Conservation Biology. We are seeking a person with a relevant completed or nearly completed doctorate and demonstrated potential to develop as an outstanding researcher and teacher in advancing the study of conservation, wildlife management and zoology. Early Career Researchers are encouraged to apply.

Applicants are encouraged to identify the manner in which they could complement existing strengths in the Department and develop new and innovative directions in research and teaching. A range of approaches would be considered including behavioural, physiological, population and community perspectives, with research interests in field-based research methodologies being an advantage. Applicants with a proven track record incorporating te ao Mâori and/or other Indigenous knowledge into research and teaching are strongly encouraged.

The Department of Zoology has a strong international reputation in whole-organism biology, with research strengths in areas including conservation biology, genetics/genomics, parasitology, entomology, environmental physiology, wildlife management, neurobiology and statistical modeling, as well as in molecular, functional, population, community, freshwater and behavioural ecology. We have well-established links to the Departments of Botany and Marine Science, the cross-disciplinary Ecology Programme, the Genetics and Neuroscience Programmes, and other centres at the University of Otago, providing a collaborative environment and resources for innovative interdisciplinary research.

Our staff have international reputations in their areas of expertise and make major contributions to answering fundamental questions in basic and applied research. The Department of Zoology is committed to affording students the opportunity to engage with knowledge of animals from a te ao Mâori world view, and to strengthening its curriculum and research in relation to kaupapa Mâori and mâtauranga Mâori, the University of Otago Mâori Strategic Framework and Pacific Strategic Framework, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi).

This position affords an exciting opportunity for interested scholars to research and teach from a kaupapa Mâori perspective, and to conduct research that is transformative and beneficial for Mâori communities.

Requirements / Requisitos

• A completed or nearly completed PhD with an established research focus in any area of conservation biology.
• Demonstrated experience and ability in delivering high-quality teaching and research in any aspect of conservation biology.
• An ability to contribute to teaching and learning environments that support the engagement of students and staff with wildlife management and conservation research interests.
• Be committed to and/or have established connections or a track record of working with international and/or national researchers.
• Be committed to being a productive collaborator with a track record of working collegially.
• Be committed to upholding the University's core values related to support and success of Mâori and Pacific students, aligned with the University's Mâori Strategic Framework and Pacific Strategic Framework. Mâori applicants are particularly encouraged to apply.

Benefits/Conditions / Beneficios/Condiciones

A Lecturer level appointment is equivalent to an Assistant Professor in the North American system, while a Senior Lecturer is equivalent to an Associate Professor. The successful candidate is expected to take up duties by 1 February 2026.

How to Apply / Cómo solicitar

Further details and job description are available on the University's website: 2500659; Lecturer/Senior Lecturer - Conservation Biology

For questions, contact: JACQUELINE FRASER (she/her) Operations Lead | Kaiârahi Whakahaerenga, Whakaratonga Wâhanga me te Whakaritenga Email: jacqueline.fraser@otago.ac.nz Mobile: +64 21 279 0793

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Oferta urgente: Trabaja en Educación Ambiental Gijón – Asturias

 

Ubicación

Gijón, Asturias, España (Presencial)

Organización

TAXUS MEDIO AMBIENTE

Tipo de Contrato

Contrato temporal (28 de julio hasta 17 de agosto de 2025)

Descripción Principal

Desde TAXUS MEDIO AMBIENTE se abre un proceso de selección para el Departamento de Educación para la Sostenibilidad, para el puesto de EDUCADOR/A DE EDUCACIÓN AMBIENTAL con la finalidad de que la persona seleccionada desarrolle la atención al público en stand relacionado con el medio ambiente de la Feria de Muestras de Asturias 2025.

Requisitos

Formación requerida:

• Grado Superior de Formación Profesional en Educación y control ambiental o similar sin necesidad de experiencia previa.

O bien

• Titulado Medio o Grado (nivel 2 MECES) en Ingeniería Ambiental, Ciencias Ambientales, Ingeniería Agroambiental, Ingeniería de Montes, Ingeniería Agrónoma, Biología o Química con al menos un año de experiencia en la realización de actividades de sensibilización o educación ambiental.

Beneficios/Condiciones

• Inicio del contrato el 28 de julio, hasta fin de feria (17 de agosto)
• Salario según convenio aplicable.
• Ámbito de trabajo: Gijón, Feria Internacional de Muestras de Asturias.

Cómo Aplicar

Enviar CV por correo electrónico a info@taxusmedioambiente.com indicando en el asunto la referencia: TAX-EDU24 [Nombre del candidato/a].

La fecha límite para la recepción y valoración de candidaturas será el próximo 22 de mayo de 2025.

TAXUS MEDIO AMBIENTE® C/ Cabranés 1 (Montecerrao) 33006 Oviedo – ASTURIAS T: 985 24 65 47 info@taxusmedioambiente.com www.taxusmedioambiente.com

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Coordina un proyecto de conservación acuática en la Amazonía - Ecuador/Brasil

 

Postdoctoral Researcher in Freshwater Ecology and Conservation - Amazon Waters Alliance

Location

Ecuador (with travel to Brazil and other Amazon regions)

Organization

University of San Francisco de Quito (USFQ), Mamirauá Institute for Sustainable Development (IDSM), and Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)

Type of Contract

Full-time, temporary contract for 14 months (start date: June 2025)

Main Description

We seek a full-time postdoctoral Freshwater Ecology and Conservation Scientist to coordinate and implement a project within the Alliance of Amazon Waters (AAA).

The Amazon Waters Alliance (AAA) is a coalition of 29 organizations across multiple countries, dedicated to conserving the integrity and connectivity of the Amazon Basin's aquatic ecosystems through science-based actions, public policy advocacy, and multi-stakeholder collaboration. Its main objectives include integrated watershed management, sustainable fisheries, mitigating infrastructure impacts, and ensuring collective action for transboundary conservation.

By 2026, the Amazon Waters Alliance (AWA) aims to enhance protection, management, and connectivity of 27 million hectares of freshwater social-ecological systems in the Amazon Basin. This will be achieved by deepening collective knowledge of these systems' conditions, using evidence to influence policies and programs, and fostering partnerships prioritizing Indigenous Peoples, local communities, civil society, and science.

The selected candidate will be employed on a temporary contract at USFQ for the project's duration.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and implementation of a conceptual framework and monitoring proposal for Amazon freshwater social-ecological systems • Design and test participatory monitoring approaches for water and freshwater ecosystem management • Conduct fieldwork in key sub-basins (e.g., Napo and Middle Solimões) to develop a state-of-the-art monitoring program and database and validate monitoring methods for long-term sites • Synthesize and communicate key findings on biodiversity, hydrology, connectivity, and conservation strategies • Collaborate with researchers, institutions, and stakeholders in Amazonian countries to advance freshwater conservation efforts • Support third-party research funding and grant-writing efforts • Organize and participate in workshops, symposia, and training sessions to engage scientists, policymakers, and local communities • Foster science communication and outreach, ensuring research findings reach diverse audiences • Contribute to project coordination and impact assessment within the Amazon Waters Alliance (AAA) initiative

Requirements

• PhD in Biological Sciences, Conservation Science, Aquatic Sciences, Geography, or a related field • Expertise in at least one of the following areas:

• Aquatic Ecology
• Aquatic biodiversity research
• Spatial modeling (e.g., geospatial analysis, ecological or hydrological modeling)
• Science communication and outreach
• Citizen Science and Participatory Research
• Framework development and research design • Strong background in biodiversity and freshwater ecosystem research • Excellent organizational, leadership, and teamwork skills • Experience in conceptual frameworks and monitoring systems • Proficient or familiar with spatial modeling and geospatial analysis • Skilled in science communication and dissemination to diverse audiences • Strong publication record • Experience with field research in freshwater environments • Ability to design and manage research projects • Proficient or familiar with statistical software (e.g., R, Python) • Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken)

Benefits/Conditions

• Start Date: June 2025 • Contract Duration: 14 months • The postdoctoral fellow is expected to travel between Ecuador and Brazil to different places in the Amazon region • USFQ and IDSM will provide the researcher with access to state-of-the-art scientific infrastructure and foster interdisciplinary collaboration

How to Apply

Please submit the following application materials in English: • CV • Certificates • List of publications and funding • Motivation letter (one page)

Applications should be sent to aencalada@usfq.edu.ec by May 30, 2025. Please note that interviews will be conducted in English.

For More Information

For inquiries, please contact:

• Daniela Rosero-López, PhD: droserol@usfq.edu.ec
• Ayan Fleischman, PhD: ayan.fleischmann@mamiraua.org.br

About the Leading Institutions

The University of San Francisco de Quito (USFQ) is a leading research institution in South America, located in Quito, Ecuador. It manages the Tiputini Biodiversity Station in the Ecuadorian Amazon and is committed to advancing research on biodiversity, conservation, and the sustainable management of natural resources in the Amazon.

The Mamirauá Institute for Sustainable Development (IDSM) is a renowned research institution in Tefé, Brazil. The institute promotes scientific research on biodiversity, natural resource management, and conservation in the Amazon, focusing on participatory and sustainable approaches.

Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is a global organization dedicated to conserving wildlife and wild places through science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature. Its mission is to protect biodiversity and iconic species, and its vision is a world where wildlife thrives in healthy lands and seas, valued by societies that embrace and benefit from the diversity and integrity of life on Earth.

The leading institutions are dedicated to promoting diversity and gender equity. We are committed to increasing the representation of women in underrepresented fields and actively supporting their career advancement. We strongly encourage qualified women to apply.

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Contrato permanente en genómica evolutiva de vertebrados (Trondheim, Noruega)

Associate Professor in Evolutionary Genomics of Vertebrates (permanent position with PhD start-up opportunity at NTNU University Museum, Norway)

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(Associate Professor in Evolutionary Genomics of Vertebrates)

Responsibilities:

• Maintains an active, international research profile.

• Develops and submits competitive project applications to the European Research Council, the Research Council of Norway, and similar sources of national and international funding.

• Will have the scientific governance for our vertebrate natural history collections.

• Contributes to teaching at the NTNU Department of Biology, the Research School in Biosystematics (ForBio), or the Nordic Academy of Biodiversity and Systematic Studies (NABiS).

• Participates in public outreach activities.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. within the field of evolutionary genomics or a closely related academic discipline.

• Peer-reviewed publications in vertebrate evolutionary genomics.

• Relevance of research focus in relation to the NTNU University Museum research strategy.

• Excellent skills in written and spoken English.

• Experience and success with any type of project acquisition and management.

• Document relevant museum-related dissemination skills, or complete an approved course within two years of commencement.

• New employees who do not speak a Scandinavian language by appointment are required, within three years, to demonstrate skills in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language equivalent to level three.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with the curation of natural history collections.

• Experience with collaborative research using interdisciplinary approaches.

• Experience with teaching and supervision.

• Experience in applying genomic approaches to scientific collections and/or ancient biological remains.

• Experience in developing new mathematical and/or computational methods.

• Experience in the integration of vertebrate host and microbiome datasets.

• Experience with pangenomics and metagenomics.

Location: NTNU University Museum, Trondheim, Norway.

How to apply: For more information and for application instructions, visit the complete position description:
https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/279638/associate-professor-in-evolutionary-genomics-of-vertebrates

Contact details: Michael D. Martin
Email: mike.martin@ntnu.no

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Trabaja en la NASA con satélites para la conservación de la biodiversidad

Remote Sensing from Space: NASA Biodiversity and Ecological Conservation Opportunity with the NASA Earth eXchange (NEX)

Organization:
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

Reference Code:
0145-NPP-JUL25-ARC-EarthSci

Description:
About the NASA Postdoctoral Program
The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) offers unique research opportunities to highly-talented scientists to engage in ongoing NASA research projects at a NASA Center, NASA Headquarters, or at a NASA-affiliated research institute. These one- to three-year fellowships are competitive and are designed to advance NASA’s missions in space science, Earth science, aeronautics, space operations, exploration systems, and astrobiology.

Description:
The NASA Earth eXchange (NEX) seeks a post-doctoral fellow to conduct biodiversity and ecological conservation research under NASA’s Earth Action framework and in collaboration with the California Sentinel Site Network (CA-SSN), a partnership between the UC Natural Reserve System (UCNRS) and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW).

The post-doctoral fellow will conduct original and innovative research that links in-situ biodiversity observations with NASA remote sensing to generate products and insights that enables NASA stakeholders and partners, including CA-SSN, to quantify biodiversity trends, particularly in response to Earth system variability, land-use change, and other shifting environmental conditions and stressors. Integrating in situ data with remotely sensed observations from multiple methods and developing cross-sensor capabilities (e.g., combining SAR and hyperspectral) will be essential for deriving meaningful insights for biodiversity and ecological conservation. Collaborating with CA-SSN’s diverse ecosystems will provide invaluable input to NASA’s data development process, ensuring that data products are broad enough to support a range of questions while also being capable of delivering actionable insights on the ground through specific use cases.

The fellow will be a part of the NASA Earth eXchange (NEX) and will work collaboratively with a team of scientists and engineers who leverage NASA’s high-performance computing capabilities to develop new Earth science remote sensing and modeling products, generate long-term downscaled environmental projections, push technological boundaries with Earth System Digital Twins and Foundation Models, and conduct foundational work to advance future satellite missions.

Candidates are strongly encouraged to contact NEX before preparing a proposal to understand what sources of data will be available from NASA and CA-SSN and to ensure their ideas align with the needs and expectations of the partners.

Background information:
The NASA Earth eXchange (NEX), housed at NASA Ames Research Center in Silicon Valley, is a collaborative supercomputing and data analytics platform that improves the availability of Earth science data from NASA missions and other sources, models, analysis tools and research results through a centralized environment that fosters knowledge sharing, collaboration, and innovation.

The NASA Biological Diversity program supports basic research that advances the understanding of how and why biological diversity is changing. The NASA Ecological Conservation Program focuses on the transfer of research to effective decision support for natural resource management.

The California Sentinel Site Network (CA-SSN) is a partnership between the UCNRS and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), along with other public and private land partners. With nearly 100 planned biodiversity monitoring locations across the state, the CA-SSN intends to deliver open-access standardized biodiversity and climate data that will support research to advance conservation and resource management solutions. UCNRS will establish roughly 160 long-term monitoring sites across 42 reserves that include examples of most major ecosystems in California.

Field of Science:
Earth Science

Advisors:
Ian Brosnan
ian.g.brosnan@nasa.gov
650-604-1881

Eligibility Requirements:
Applications with citizens from Designated Countries will not be accepted at this time, unless they are Legal Permanent Residents of the United States. A complete list of Designated Countries can be found at: https://www.nasa.gov/oiir/export-control.

Eligibility is currently open to:

• U.S. Citizens;

• U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR);

• Foreign Nationals eligible for an Exchange Visitor J-1 visa status; and,

• Applicants for LPR, asylees, or refugees in the U.S. at the time of application with 1) a valid EAD card and 2) I-485 or I-589 forms in pending status.

Qualifications:
Candidate must have a PhD in a related field and experience working with remote sensing data. Experience with high-performance computing is desirable, but not required.

How To Apply:
All applications must be submitted in Zintellect.

Please visit the NASA Postdoctoral Program website for application instructions and requirements: How to Apply | NASA Postdoctoral Program (orau.org)

A complete application to the NASA Postdoctoral Program includes:

• Research proposal

• Three letters of recommendation

• Official doctoral transcript documents

Application Deadline:
7/1/2025 6:00:59 PM Eastern Time Zone

Point of Contact:
Mikeala

Questions about this opportunity?
Please email npp@orau.org

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Postdoc en comportamiento de aves (Deakin University, Australia)

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Títulos en español:
Associate Research Fellow (80.065–107.633 AUD + 17% pensión) en Deakin University (Melbourne, Australia)
Investigación postdoctoral en ecología del comportamiento de aves amenazadas (2,5 años remunerados – Melbourne, Australia)
Trabajo de campo en comportamiento anti-depredador de aves (contrato fijo – Deakin University, Melbourne)
Investigación aplicada en evolución y conservación de aves amenazadas (Deakin University, Australia)
Plaza de investigación en escape y adaptación evolutiva de aves (financiación ARC Discovery Grant – Melbourne)

Título extra en inglés:
Associate Research Fellow in Avian Behaviour (Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia)

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Associate Research Fellow in Avian Behaviour

Responsibilities:
The Associate Research Fellow in Avian Behaviour will initiate and conduct research into bird behavioural ecology and evolution: specifically the escape behaviour of two threatened bird species (the hooded plover, and helmeted honeyeater). The appointee will be responsible for conducting and coordinating field-based studies of escape behaviours in relation to management. They will also collect survival and reproductive data and perform evolutionary analyses. Other aspects will include working with the team to facilitate genetic analyses. The Fellow will work collaboratively as part of a research team led by Prof Matthew Symonds, A/Prof Mike Weston and Prof Lee Ann Rollins to conduct high-quality research on bird behaviour and evolution.
As an Associate Research Fellow, Avian Behaviour, you will:

• Carry out an extensive field-based research programme in bird behaviour

• Engage collaboratively to produce novel and high-quality research outputs in high-impact international journals

• Utilise knowledge of the latest literature and methods relevant to avian behaviour, ecology and evolution

• Develop and employ skills in the analysis of biological data

• Exhibit excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-management skills (e.g., with BirdLife Australia, Victorian State Government, Zoos Victoria)

Requirements:

• A PhD in a relevant discipline

• A clean, current driving licence

• Demonstrated ability to conduct and publish high-quality research

• Experience, skills and capacity to conduct independent field studies of bird behaviour in remote locations and for extended periods of time

• Proven capacity to design and manage a research project

Location:
Deakin University, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, Burwood campus, Melbourne, Australia

How to apply:
Full details and how to apply:
https://careers.pageuppeople.com/949/cw/en/job/571425/associate-research-fellow-avian-behaviour

Applications close on 14 May 2025.
Please do not send applications to the contact email. Use the link above for the job selection criteria and application portal.

Contact details:
Prof Matthew Symonds – matthew.symonds@deakin.edu.au

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Postdoc en telemetría animal (Maryland, USA)

Animal Telemetry Postdoctoral Fellow (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, Edgewater, MD)

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Animal Telemetry Postdoctoral Fellow

Overview: The Smithsonian Institution seeks an energetic, field- and data-oriented biologist to support marine animal telemetry research focused on fish migrations in Chesapeake Bay. The position is based in SERC’s Fisheries Conservation Lab, led by Dr. Matt Ogburn, and is based in Edgewater, MD. It is a one-year renewable position with two years of funding anticipated. This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package and requires occasional travel.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Initiates, develops, and participates in research and fieldwork in area of specialization.

• Designs and conducts field sampling to measure variables like species composition and abundance, population size structure, and physiological condition.

• Designs and conducts field and laboratory experiments.

• Analyzes data using statistical and graphics software.

• Writes reports, publishes scientific papers, and gives oral presentations.

• Serves as consultant and advisor in area of expertise.

• Assists with guidance and teaching of students and technicians.

• Assists in preparation and submission of grant proposals.

• Reviews research proposals and participates in conferences.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualification requirements:

• Doctoral degree in Biology, Marine Science, or related field.

• Experience in animal telemetry research (acoustic telemetry of teleost fish preferred).

• Detail-oriented, responsible, and able to work in challenging field conditions.

• Data entry and management skills required (R preferred).

• Knowledge of marine organism biology and taxonomy preferred.

• Experience engaging with diverse fisheries stakeholders preferred.

Conditions of employment:

• Pass Pre-employment Background Check and Subsequent Background Investigation.

• Complete a Probationary Period.

• Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer.

• Open to candidates eligible to work in the U.S.

Location: Edgewater, Maryland, USA

Compensation: $69,923 per year

Schedule: Full time, Onsite

How to apply: Apply through the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center career site by May 20, 2025.

Contact details: For accommodation requests: WattC@si.edu or CoyleB@si.edu.

About Smithsonian Environmental Research Center: SERC leads research and education on coastal ecosystems to inform decisions for a sustainable planet. Since 1965, it has conducted peer-reviewed research to understand the causes and consequences of global change and engages in education and citizen science.

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