Oferta de doctorado en Puerto Rico estudiando mariposas con IA y genómica

 PhD Position in Evolutionary & Developmental Genomics

Location: Rio Piedras, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Organization: University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras, Department of Biology

Contract Type: PhD Position

Main Description:

This position is part of the newly funded NSF E-RISE II initiative, an ambitious island-wide effort transforming Puerto Rico into a hub for innovation in life sciences, biotechnology, and computational biology. This multi-institutional project integrates comparative omics, single-cell biology, evolutionary genomics, computational science, and AI to unravel the molecular rules that link genomes to phenotypes across development and deep evolutionary time.

More information on the project: https://www.lifeblueprint-upr.com/

NSF Award: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/show-award/?AWD_ID=2435987&HistoricalAwards=false

Project Focus:

The PhD student will join a collaborative team investigating the molecular architecture of development using a comparative framework of butterflies diverged over ~90 million years. The research aims to determine:

• How genomic, transcriptomic, proteomic, and metabolomic information is integrated at single-cell resolution
• How cells acquire identity, function, and fate across tissues, life stages, and evolutionary distance
• Which developmental mechanisms are conserved and which are innovation-driven
• How computation and AI can decode complex biological patterns and build predictive models of development

Requirements:

Ideal Candidates - We welcome applicants from diverse scientific backgrounds, including:

• Evolutionary biology, developmental biology, genetics
• Bioinformatics, computational biology, data science, or AI/ML
• Genomics, transcriptomics, single-cell biology, or quantitative approaches

A passion for integrative, big-data, comparative science is essential.

Benefits/Conditions:

• PhD position within a vibrant, interdisciplinary, international research environment
• An incredibly vibrant and enjoyable tropical lifestyle
• Access to cutting-edge technologies: single-cell omics, long-read genome assembly, comparative genomics, high-performance computing, and AI-based data integration
• Opportunities to collaborate across seven partner institutions and the emerging PR-LIFE-DECODE Science & Technology Center
• Training at the interface of evo-devo, multi-omics, bioinformatics, and quantitative biology
• A supportive, inclusive research community committed to workforce development and scientific innovation

How to Apply:

Please send a CV, brief statement of research interests, and contact information for 2–3 references to:

Riccardo Papa
Email: rpapa.lab@gmail.com, riccardo.papa@upr.edu

Florence Piel
Email: florence.piel@upr.edu

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Contact Information:

Riccardo Papa
Full Professor, Department of Biology
Director of High Throughput Sequencing Facility
University of Puerto Rico - Río Piedras
Julio García Díaz (JGD) 213
Rio Piedras, San Juan PR 00931
Tel: 787-764-0000 ext 4827 (office) or 7764 (lab)
Fax: 787-764-3875
Lab website: www.riccardopapalab.com

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Trabajo de verano en patrullas marinas con orcas – San Juan Island (desde 25$/h)

 Soundwatch Boater Education Program – Summer 2026 Vessel Operator/Educator

Location: Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, Washington State, USA (Salish Sea region – Washington State, USA and British Columbia, Canada)

Organization: The Whale Museum (not-for-profit organization)

Contract Type: Seasonal Field Work Contractor, May-September (possibility for extension into October). Approximately 35-40 hours per week, Mon-Sun. Holiday work required.

Main Description: The Whale Museum is seeking one vessel operator/educator to join the Soundwatch Boater Education Program for the 2026 summer field season. Soundwatch is a research, education and monitoring program. The Soundwatch program mission is to reduce vessel disturbance to marine wildlife, particularly the endangered Southern Resident killer whales, in the Salish Sea region.

Vessel operators/educators will conduct seasonal vessel patrols, educate boaters on regional/federal Be Whale Wise guidelines and regulations, and collect data while monitoring vessel activity around whales. Data from this critical program characterizes vessel activity trends around endangered killer whales and other marine wildlife. The data are used to promote better boater compliance and to inform marine mammal management strategies such as state and federal vessel laws and guidelines.

Vessel operators/educators report to the Soundwatch Program Coordinator and work cooperatively with other museum staff, program interns, and volunteers.

Vessel Operator/Educator Responsibilities:

Seasonal field operations:

• Conduct full- or half-day on-the-water educational patrols and monitoring of vessel activity and whale behavior May-September.
• Maintain daily boat patrol protocols and data collection procedures on whale watching and marine wildlife viewing trends, regulation and guideline compliance measurements, and educational materials distribution.
• Prevent wildlife disturbance by intercepting boaters before they are within close vicinity of wildlife.
• Maintain equipment and collection materials.
• Work directly with Soundwatch volunteers and interns, leading daily operations.
• Dictate data collection to other crew members to record.

Small Vessel operations:

• Operate 17′-20′ outboard vessels.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor boat/engine repair, maintain vessel/engine/operation and safety equipment, communicate with coordinator and/or mechanic for troubleshooting advice, provide vessel operation briefing to interns and volunteers.

Education/Outreach on marine stewardship:

• Distribution of educational materials on-the-water, at regional boating facilities and to specific organizations.
• Communicate with the public and boaters while underway.
• Participate in local education and outreach events.

Soundwatch field data-entry:

• Assist with field season data entry.
• Assist with training of volunteers and interns. Keep track of volunteer activities for future reporting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in marine/wildlife sciences.
• Valid US passport or an enhanced driver's license (for the entirety of their position) and CPR/First Aid certification.
• Strong situational awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead effectively and demonstrate professionalism in demanding environments.
• Capable of lifting 40 lbs, standing and being outside on a small vessel for over 8 hours.
• Familiarity with recovery priorities related to endangered SRKW.
• Minimum requirement: Washington state boater license.
• Minimum requirement: 3 years of small vessel operation with experience operating around marine wildlife. Soundwatch operates under a NOAA NMFS research permit which requires vessel operator candidates to have relevant field experience. The successful candidate must be approved for operation by NMFS as a condition for hiring.

Benefits/Conditions: The hourly wage for this position is commensurate with experience and starts at $25.00/hour.

How to Apply: Please send a letter of interest, your CV, and contact information for three references. Please include any hard start/end dates and passport status.

Submit application materials via email as one PDF. Please include in your subject line: Soundwatch 2026 Vessel Operator Application (Last Name).

Soundwatch Vessel Driver/Educator should plan to be on San Juan Island by May 1, 2026 (exact start date negotiable).

Email: Soundwatch@whalemuseum.org

Deadline: Active review of submitted applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

More information: https://whalemuseum.org/pages/soundwatch-boater-education-program | https://www.bewhalewise.org/

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Beca de rescate de mamíferos marinos (Maryland, $9600)

 Animal Rescue Stranding Response Fellow (Grant Funded)

Location: Ocean City, MD 21842, USA

Organization: National Aquarium

Contract Type: Seasonal (Winter), Part-time, Grant Funded

Compensation: $9,600 Stipend

Main Description:

The National Aquarium Animal Rescue team rescues, rehabilitates, and releases stranded marine animals and turtles. We are offering a paid learning-based position to support stranding response based along the Atlantic Coast of Maryland, within the primary area of stranding response. The fellow will be expected to reside near the primary response area. This fellow will gain hands-on experience with stranding response, behavioral observations, marine animal triage, animal documentation, and outreach.

Competencies:

Fellows work behind the scenes supporting animal rescue operations. This position provides the opportunity to gain species-specific competencies in:

• Species Identification & Natural History
• Animal Handling, Restraint & Nutritional Support
• Quarantine Procedures, Biosecurity, & Infectious Disease Basics
• Animal Emergency Response Techniques & Documentation
• Triage Operations, Point-of-Care Diagnostics & Patient Medical Record Keeping
• Conservation Messaging and Public Outreach

Essential Functions:

• Assist with field response to emergency events involving stranded marine mammals and sea turtles
• Photo documentation of marine mammals and sea turtle sightings
• Conduct behavioral observations and monitor resting seals
• Assist animal rescue staff in triaging seals and sea turtles and preparation for transfer to long term rehabilitation
• Support the exemplary care, welfare, and final disposition to stranded marine animals, including humane euthanasia in certain cases
• Participate in restraint and medical treatment of marine animals, preparing animals for transport, necropsy, and animal releases as needed
• Assist with program-based conservation messaging and outreach

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to perform strenuous field activities in various weather conditions/terrains, including the ability to climb over sea wall structures and walk long distances
• Must be able to establish a comfort level working with large, wild animals and restrain a seal weighing up to 100lbs (training provided)
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds
• A willingness to enthusiastically and patiently interact with members of the public in the field at stranding incidents
• Ability and willingness to follow established rules, safety procedures, and assigned tasks
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
• Prompt, consistent attendance
• Academic background in marine biology, environmental science, or related sciences
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits/Conditions:

• Hands-on experience with stranding response and marine animal rehabilitation
• Training in species identification, animal handling, and emergency response techniques
• Opportunity to gain competencies in triage operations and medical record keeping
• Conservation messaging and public outreach experience

How to Apply:

Interested and engaged applicants should apply through the National Aquarium website: https://nationalaquarium.my.site.com/volunteers/s/fellowship-opportunities?id=a22VY0000030TbN

All questions and requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to volunteer@aqua.org

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Prácticas remuneradas de verano con orcas – San Juan Island (Washington, USA)

 Soundwatch Boater Education Program – Summer 2026 Internship

Location: Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, Washington State, USA (Salish Sea region – Washington State, USA and British Columbia, Canada)

Organization: The Whale Museum (nonprofit organization)

Contract Type: Seasonal Internship (minimum 12 weeks between May and September 2026). Approximately 35-40 hours per week, Mon-Sun. Holiday work required.

Main Description: The Whale Museum is seeking three interns to join the Soundwatch Boater Education Program for the 2026 summer field season. Soundwatch is a research, education and monitoring program. The Soundwatch program mission is to reduce vessel disturbance to marine wildlife, particularly the endangered Southern Resident killer whales, in the Salish Sea region.

Interns will help conduct vessel patrols, educate boaters on regional/federal Be Whale Wise guidelines and regulations, and record data while monitoring vessel activity around whales. Data from this critical program characterize vessel activity trends around endangered killer whales and other marine wildlife. This data is used to inform and update marine mammal management strategies including state, federal, and international vessel regulations.

Intern Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of tasks related to data recording and photography in the field aboard small research vessels.
• Perform a variety of tasks related to data entry and photo filing in a research office setting.
• Participation and staffing of public outreach and education events throughout the field season.

Requirements:

• Commit to at least 12 weeks between May and September.
• Be able to work approximately 35-40 hours per week, Mon-Sun. Holiday work required.
• At least 18 years of age, able to lift 40 lbs., able to swim, and not easily susceptible to seasickness.
• Ability to spend long hours on the water aboard a small vessel, sometimes in demanding seasonal conditions. Field days occur four to five times a week and may exceed eight hours per day.
• Exhibit strong communication skills, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) and Google Workspace.
• US passport, enhanced driver's license (EDL) or enhanced identification card (EID) is required. Documents must be valid through December 2026.
• Up-to-date CPR/First Aid certification.
• Preference will be given to undergraduates or recent graduates in the marine or wildlife sciences.
• Knowledge of the area and Southern Resident killer whales is preferred but not required.
• A state boater license or equivalent safe boating card is preferred but not required.
• Wildlife photography experience is a plus but not required.

Benefits/Conditions: This internship includes a stipend to offset housing costs. Interns are responsible for securing their own housing and their own mode of transportation on San Juan Island. Once accepted, TWM staff will assist interns in locating suitable housing options.

How to Apply: Please provide the following:

1. Letter of interest including your start/end date and passport/ID status
2. Your resume/CV
3. Contact information for three references

Submit application materials via email as one PDF if possible. Please include in your subject line: Soundwatch Internship Application (Last Name).

Email: Soundwatch@whalemuseum.org

Deadline: Active review of applications will begin immediately and continue until 31 Dec 2025, or until positions are filled. Final selections made before 15 Feb 2026.

More information: https://whalemuseum.org/pages/soundwatch-boater-education-program | https://www.bewhalewise.org/

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Contrato de tres años para hacer la tesis en ecología y conservación en la Universidad de Alicante

En el Grupo de Investigación “Ecología y Conservación de Poblaciones y Comunidades Animales” de la Universidad de Alicante buscamos a una persona con interés por la ciencia y la conservación, que quiera realizar una tesis doctoral en el marco de un proyecto recién financiado por la Generalitat Valenciana.

El proyecto, titulado “Nuevas tecnologías para evaluar el impacto de la gestión tradicional del carrizal sobre la vegetación y la dinámica de artrópodos y aves en un humedal Mediterráneo”, estudiará los efectos a corto y medio plazo de las quemas tradicionales del carrizal en el Parque Natural El Hondo (Alicante).

Para ello utilizaremos técnicas de teledetección, métodos de bioacústica, muestreos y trabajo de campo en vegetación, artrópodos y aves.

Estamos buscando personas interesadas en presentar su candidatura para un contrato de tres años en una próxima convocatoria laboral asociada a este proyecto, y con motivación para desarrollar una tesis doctoral dentro de este marco de investigación.

Requisitos deseados:

Interés claro en ecología, conservación y trabajo de campo

Capacidad de trabajo en equipo y ganas de aprender nuevas técnicas

Se valorará experiencia previa en teledetección, bioacústica o análisis de datos (no imprescindible)

Si estás interesado/a, envíanos tu CV y el contacto de dos referencias (personas con las que hayas trabajado previamente) a Germán López Iborra (german.lopez@ua.es) y Esther Sebastián González (esther.sebastian@ua.es). Asunto: Candidatura tesis doctoral – Proyecto carrizal. Recibiremos candidaturas hasta el 5 de diciembre.

Muchas gracias y un saludo,

Esther y Germán

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Estágio profesional en ornitología y conservación de aves (Portugal)

 Ornitólogo/a para consultoria ambiental e projetos de conservação

Ubicação: Portugal (território nacional)

Organização: SM Consulting

Tipo de Contrato: Estágio profissional

Descrição Principal: Procuramos um/a profissional apaixonado/a pela observação, estudo e conservação de aves, com vontade de integrar uma equipa dedicada à consultoria ambiental e ao desenvolvimento de projetos de conservação da natureza.

Requisitos:

• Formação na área da Biologia, Ecologia ou semelhante
• Experiência em trabalho de campo e identificação visual e auditiva de avifauna
• Capacidade de análise de dados e elaboração de relatórios
• Autonomia, responsabilidade e espírito de equipa
• Carta de condução (obrigatório)
• Disponibilidade para viajar por todo o território nacional
• Disponibilidade imediata
• Elegível para estágio profissional

Benefícios/Condições:

• Integração numa equipa multidisciplinar
• Participação em projetos inovadores a nível nacional
• Ambiente de trabalho colaborativo
• Condições ajustadas à experiência demonstrada

Como Aplicar: Enviar CV e carta de motivação para candidaturas@smconsulting.pt

Data limite: 5 de dezembro de 2025

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Contrato predoctoral para estudiar el impacto de olas de calor en aves 🌡️🐦 (Extremadura)

Contrato Predoctoral – Estudio macroecológico del impacto de las olas de calor en el comportamiento y supervivencia de las aves

Ubicación:
Universidad de Extremadura, España

Organización:
Universidad de Extremadura – Área de Zoología

Tipo de Contrato:
Contrato predoctoral en el marco del Plan Propio de Investigación de la Universidad de Extremadura (Acción II, Modalidad 1 – Contrato RC5)

Descripción Principal:
Se ofrece un contrato predoctoral para realizar una tesis doctoral sobre cómo los eventos de calor extremo afectan el comportamiento y la distribución de las aves, y cómo estas respuestas se relacionan con los rasgos ecológicos y de historia de vida de cada especie. El proyecto combina ecología térmica, comportamiento animal y teoría de historia de vida para entender la vulnerabilidad y resiliencia de distintas especies frente a condiciones climáticas extremas.

Se valorará interés en ecología, comportamiento animal, análisis de datos y cambio climático.

Metodología y herramientas:

• Procesamiento y análisis de grandes bases de datos GPS
• Análisis de datos de movimiento a través de R
• Modelos de supervivencia
• Modelos filogenéticos comparativos

Requisitos:

• Grado en Biología, Ciencias Ambientales, o Grado en disciplinas afines
• Máster universitario oficial, preferentemente en Biodiversidad
• Calificación media ≥ 7,0/10 y título de máster obtenido a partir del 1 de enero de 2020
• Se evaluará positivamente poseer experiencia investigadora acreditada, y la participación previa en congresos, publicaciones o proyectos, especialmente en el ámbito de estudio de las aves
• Se valorará la experiencia en el uso de R y la acreditación oficial de conocimientos de inglés

Beneficios/Condiciones:

• Duración: 1 año prorrogable hasta un máximo de 4
• Remuneración bruta anual: ~19.500 €
• Inicio previsto: segundo trimestre de 2026

Cómo Aplicar:
Los interesados pueden enviar su expresión de interés y CV a:

Dra. Andrea Soriano Redondo
Email: andreasoriano@unex.es

Más información:

• Convocatoria oficial: https://vrinvestigacion.unex.es/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2025/10/1-Plan-Propio-Investigacion-UEx-2025-2026.pdf
• Área de Zoología, Universidad de Extremadura: https://www.unex.es/conoce-la-uex/departamentos/?departamentoid=Y044&personid=4f7b8a8b1764bb944aac6030307f15e3

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Curso gratuito presencial: Tecnología y Biodiversidad (Badajoz, 11-13 Nov)

Del 11 al 13 de noviembre nos juntamos en Badajoz para celebrar el curso "Nature Tech for Biodiversity: Nuevas oportunidades para trabajar por la biodiversidad".

Es un curso presencial y gratuito de 3 días con 30 plazas disponibles (por orden de llegada).

¿De qué va?

De las nuevas oportunidades laborales que están surgiendo en la intersección entre biodiversidad, regulación y tecnología.

La nueva regulación está obligando incentivando a empresas a medir, reportar y proteger biodiversidad. Esto ha creado un sector completamente nuevo: startups, consultoras, perfiles especializados que no existían hace tres años.

¡El problema es que nadie te ha explicado cómo acceder a estas oportunidades!

Vamos a arreglarlo :)

Estructura del curso:

• Día 1: Panorama del sector y casos reales
• Día 2: Herramientas que usan las empresas (IA, drones, IoT, audiomoths...)
• Día 3: Tu estrategia personal – plan de acción concreto

Habrá montones charlas de profesionales del sector, empresas y perfiles especializados en Nature Tech.

Detalles prácticos:

✅ Fechas: 11-13 noviembre 2025
✅ Lugar: Badajoz
✅ Precio: Gratuito
✅ Plazas: 30 (registro por orden de llegada)
✅ Formato: Presencial (retransmisión de charlas invitadas)

Información oficial y registro:
eventos.unex.es/go/naturetech

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Nos estamos organizando en el Telegram del Biogrupo. Si quieres unirte para coordinar alojamiento, transporte o resolver dudas, apúntate a las Biotapas: biotapas.bioblogia.net

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