Postdoc en resistencia al cáncer en aves longevas (Francia)

Postdoc MSCA en biología celular: resistencia al cáncer en aves longevas - CNRS Alsace, Estrasburgo, Francia - 12-24 meses - Inicio febrero 2027 - Deadline 24 abril 2026

Location: Strasbourg, France

Organization: CNRS Alsace, UMR 7178 – IPHC (Institut Pluridisciplinaire Hubert Curien)

Contract Type: Postdoc position (12-24 months, MSCA Horizon Europe fellowship)

Main Description:
This postdoc position investigates cellular mechanisms of cancer resistance in birds through studies of cellular responses to genotoxic stress. The project explores genetic and cellular bases of resistance to cytotoxic stress in birds, combining cell cultures from the National Museum of Natural History with new field biopsies. Techniques include cell biology, flow cytometry, and proteomics to identify anti-cancer strategies in resistant species.

Requirements:

• PhD completed or to be completed before September 2026
• Maximum 8 years of full-time research experience
• Not having resided or worked in France for more than 12 months in the 3 years prior to deadline
• Not having obtained a score lower than 80% in MSCA 2025

Benefits/Conditions:

• MSCA Horizon Europe programme
• Duration: 12-24 months
• Starting date: 01/02/2027

How to Apply:
Send expression of interest before 24/04/2026 to francois.criscuolo@iphc.cnrs.fr or fbertile@unistra.fr. Include: CV (maximum 5 pages) and cover letter with research background and synergies with the supervisor or proposed topic.

More information: https://iphc.cnrs.fr/

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Contrato botánico tropical en la isla de Guadalupe

Chargé(e) de Mission Habitat/Espèces en conservación botánica y restauración ecológica - Conservatoire Botanique National/ARB-IG - Guadalupe, Francia - 12-24 meses renovable - Deadline 25 marzo 2026

Ubicación: Petit-Bourg y Gourbeyre, Guadalupe, Francia

Organización: Conservatoire Botanique National des Îles de Guadeloupe / Agence Régionale de la Biodiversité des Îles de Guadeloupe (ARB-IG)

Tipo de Contrato: Contrato de proyecto de 12-24 meses, renovable hasta 6 años máximo

Descripción Principal: Posición para contribuir a la mejora del conocimiento sobre flora y hábitats de Guadalupe mediante tipología de hábitats, inventarios florísticos y análisis estratégico. Participación en programas de restauración y conservación de biodiversidad vegetal en ecosistemas tropicales insulares.

Requisitos:

• Mínimo Bac+5 en botánica/ecología/ambiente
• Experiencia profesional en conservación de biodiversidad vegetal, restauración ecológica o gestión de hábitats naturales
• Dominio de botánica tropical, ecología, ecosistemas tropicales insulares, especies exóticas invasoras
• Gestión y análisis de datos
• Manejo de SIG y paquete Office
• Capacidad de redacción técnica
• Permiso de conducir B
• Deseable: modelización ecológica, fitosociología, programación en R, ciclo de datos

Beneficios/Condiciones: Salario según estatus, experiencia y escala de remuneración de la institución. Contrato renovable hasta 6 años máximo.

Cómo Aplicar: Enviar carta de motivación y CV antes del 25/03/2026 a recrutement@arb-ig.fr con copia a marc.gayot@arb-ig.fr

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Postdoc en modelado de peces y artes de pesca (Francia)

Postdoc en modelado Individual-Based de interacciones peces-artes de pesca - Ifremer UMR DECOD, Lorient, Francia - 15-18 meses - Deadline 20 marzo 2026

Location: Lorient, France

Organization: Ifremer, UMR DECOD

Contract Type: Postdoc - 15 months (+ 3 months depending on additional funding)

Main Description:
Development of an Individual-Based Model (IBM) to study interactions between fish and fishing gear in trawling. Integration of existing C++ Qt code with behavioral data to optimize fishing gear selectivity parameters.

Requirements:

• Master's or engineering degree in Quantitative Ecology or PhD in Ecology/Applied Mathematics
• Strong skills in C++ and Qt
• Experience in numerical simulation and computational time optimization
• Experience with optimization algorithms (e.g. genetic algorithms)
• Experience with IBM models desirable
• Experience with graphical frameworks such as OpenSceneGraph advantageous
• Ability to integrate into a team and work independently

Benefits/Conditions:
15-month contract with possibility of 3-month extension depending on additional funding. Desired start date: first quarter of 2026.

How to Apply:
Send CV, cover letter and recommendation letter to Marianne.robert@ifremer.fr. Applications are reviewed as they are received. Deadline: March 20, 2026.

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Full-time Research Assistant position - WCS Mongolia

Research Assistant en ecología de vida silvestre y cambio climático - Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Mongolia - Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia - Full-time - Deadline 20 marzo 2026

Location: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Organization: Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Mongolia

Contract Type: Full-time Research Assistant position

Main Description:
Research Assistant position to support applied ecological studies and conservation initiatives within WCS Mongolia's Connectivity and Climate Change team. The role combines fieldwork, data management, and basic analysis, focusing on how wildlife populations respond to habitat fragmentation and climate variability.

Requirements:

• BSc in Ecology, Conservation Biology, Environmental Sciences or related field
• Interest in wildlife ecology and conservation research
• Field experience in remote environments desirable
• Basic skills in data analysis software (R, Excel, QGIS) advantageous
• Fluency in written and spoken Mongolian
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills
• Ability to work in remote field conditions under physically demanding circumstances
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively in a team

Benefits/Conditions:
Full-time position

How to Apply:
Submit complete application in a single PDF file including: 1) CV in English, 2) One-page cover letter in English or Mongolian explaining interest and suitability, 3) Copies of diploma, 4) At least 1 reference letter from previous line manager or supervisor. Send to hrmongolia@wcs.org with subject line 'Application – Research Assistant' before 5:00pm Ulaanbaatar time on Friday, March 20, 2026.

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Tenure Track Professor - Natural History Museum Denmark

Tenure Track Assistant Professor and Curator of Mollusca - Natural History Museum Denmark, University of Copenhagen - Copenhagen, Denmark - Permanent position - Start January 2027 - Deadline 30 March 2026

Location: Copenhagen, Denmark

Organization: Natural History Museum Denmark, University of Copenhagen

Contract Type: Tenure Track Assistant Professor and Curator

Main Description:
The Natural History Museum Denmark is seeking a tenure track assistant professor and curator of Mollusca (squids, octopuses, clams, slugs, and snails). The successful candidate will develop collection-based research, curate collections of 200,000 specimens, lead digitization initiatives, engage in teaching and research, and participate in public outreach activities. Position available from January 1, 2027.

Requirements:

• PhD or equivalent
• Scientific specialist in molluscs
• Experience in collection-based research
• Outstanding reputation for high-quality research
• Experience in curation of natural history collections
• Demonstrated potential to attract external funding
• Vision regarding digital technologies and genomics
• Excellent scientific communication skills
• Experience in public engagement and citizen science
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity

Benefits/Conditions:
Salary according to agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations, with possible negotiation of salary supplement. The University of Copenhagen offers Danish language training. Copenhagen provides free education, subsidized childcare, and well-developed public transportation.

How to Apply:
Apply online through the University of Copenhagen employment portal: https://employment.ku.dk/tenure-track/?show=156042

Application must include:

• Motivation letter (1 page)
• Research profile (3 pages)
• Curation area and experience (1 page)
• CV
• Complete list of publications
• Reprints of up to 5 relevant articles
• Documentation of teaching experience (if available)

Deadline: March 30, 2026

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Profesor con tenure en biología marina - Universidad de Hawái

Assistant/Associate Professor en Biología Marina - University of Hawai'i at Manoa - Tenure-track - Honolulu, USA - Inicio agosto 2026 - Deadline 19 marzo 2026

Location: Honolulu, Hawai'i, USA

Organization: University of Hawai'i at Manoa, School of Life Sciences

Contract Type: Tenure-track faculty position (9-month, full-time permanent)

Main Description:
The School of Life Sciences seeks an Assistant or Associate Professor in Marine Biology focused on investigating mechanisms of marine organism responses to environmental changes using integrative approaches. The ideal candidate has experience in physiological, ecological, and/or evolutionary marine biology, preferably working with Hawaiian species. Teaching responsibilities include core marine biology courses such as algal diversity, invertebrate biology, fish biology, marine microbiology, and marine ecology and evolution.

Requirements:

• PhD or equivalent terminal degree in relevant field
• Research experience in marine biology or related field
• Excellence in research demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications
• Ability to teach core marine biology courses (algal diversity, invertebrate biology, fish biology, marine microbiology, marine ecology and evolution)
• Commitment to personal and professional integrity
• For Associate Professor rank: four years at Assistant Professor rank, documented participation in academic affairs, peer recognition at local/regional level

Benefits/Conditions:

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Full-time 9-month permanent position
• Tenure-track appointment
• Start date: August 1, 2026

How to Apply:
Submit: 1) cover letter indicating how you meet minimum and desirable qualifications; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) statement of research interests and plans (maximum 3 pages); 4) statement of teaching philosophy and plans (maximum 2 pages); 5) copies of up to 3 relevant publications; 6) names and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts required upon hire.

Contact: Dr. Megan Porter, mlporter@hawaii.edu

More information: https://manoa.hawaii.edu/lifesciences/

Deadline: March 19, 2026

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Beca predoctoral molecular en Zaragoza

Beca Predoctoral DGA en Glicobiología Estructural y Molecular - BIFI, Universidad de Zaragoza, España - Investigación en glicosiltransferasas y biología estructural - Deadline 30 abril 2026

Ubicación: Zaragoza, España

Organización: Instituto de Biocomputación y Física de Sistemas Complejos (BIFI), Universidad de Zaragoza

Tipo de Contrato: Beca Predoctoral DGA (Gobierno de Aragón)

Descripción Principal: Beca predoctoral para realizar tesis doctoral en el grupo de Glicobiología Estructural y Molecular. La investigación se centra en glicosiltransferasas, anticuerpos frente a glicanos, modelos murinos de aspergilosis y criptococosis, utilizando técnicas de biología estructural, biofísica y métodos computacionales.

Requisitos:

• Grado en Bioquímica, Biotecnología, Farmacia, Química o Veterinaria
• Máster finalizado o en finalización (2024-2026)
• Expediente académico excelente (nota media ≥8,5 especialmente valorada)
• Nivel de inglés adecuado para investigación
• Se valora experiencia con proteínas, biología estructural, enzimología, inmunología y glicobiología

Beneficios/Condiciones: Financiación mediante Becas Predoctorales DGA del Gobierno de Aragón. Posibilidad de contrato puente hasta la resolución de la beca según perfil del candidato y disponibilidad.

Cómo Aplicar: Enviar CV y expediente académico por email a Ramón Hurtado-Guerrero (rhurtado@bifi.es) antes del 30 de abril de 2026.

Más información: https://www.bifi.es/es/biofisica/

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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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