Field Research Coordinator - Jane Goodall Institute Spain - Dindefelo, Senegal - Contrato con alojamiento y comida incluidos - Deadline 30 julio 2026
Location: Dindefelo, SenegalOrganization: The Jane Goodall Institute Spain (www.janegoodallsenegal.org)
Contract Type: Full-time contract (renewable)
Main Description:
The Field Research Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all research activities at JGI Spain's study sites in Senegal. The position combines field team management, project coordination, logistics, administration, and data management to ensure the successful implementation of western chimpanzee research and conservation programmes.
Requirements:
- Master's degree in biology, primatology, evolutionary anthropology, wildlife conservation or related fields
- At least two years of field work experience in remote areas, preferably in Africa
- Knowledge of technologies such as ArcGIS Survey 123
- Previous experience with camera trapping
- Knowledge of satellite image analysis with GIS
- Excellent French and English skills (oral and written)
- Willingness to learn a local language (Pulaar)
- Good physical and mental health
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to work in multicultural environments
- Ability to work under stress in challenging conditions
- Monthly salary negotiable based on profile and experience
- Basic accommodation and local food provided
- Flight ticket reimbursement after completing 12 months in the field
- Visa renewal included
- Biological station facilities: electricity (solar panels), kitchen with fridge, filtered water, laboratory, garden, working areas and rest areas
Send your CV and motivation letter before 30 July 2026, including names and email addresses of three references to: Laia Dotras at laia.dotras@janegoodall.es
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