Trabaja como ecólogo en Escocia

Ecologist / Senior Ecologist / Environmental Clerk of Works - Highland Ecology and Development Ltd - Dingwall, Highlands, Reino Unido - Contrato - Salario competitivo - Deadline 16 octubre 2026

Location: Dingwall, Highlands, United Kingdom

Organization: Highland Ecology and Development Ltd

Contract Type: Contract

Main Description: Ecological consultancy with over 30 years of experience is seeking ecologists of all levels to work on renewable energy, construction and infrastructure projects across Scotland. Responsibilities include protected species surveys, habitat assessments, environmental monitoring, report writing and environmental coordination on construction sites.

Requirements:

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field
• Enthusiasm for fieldwork
• Full driving licence
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to travel and stay away from home
• For senior level: experience in protected species surveys, ecological consultancy, Clerk of Works duties, protected species licences, and construction environments

Benefits/Conditions:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Tax-free annual bonus up to £3,600
• Highlife Leisure membership
• Continuous professional development
• Participation in employee-owned cooperative company
• Mix of fieldwork and office-based work
• Company vehicles
• Accommodation covered when working away from home

How to Apply: 

If you are passionate about ecology, enjoy practical fieldwork and want to be part of a small and growing consultancy, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and the type of role you are looking for to: admin@hedltd.com

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Guarda de espacios naturales en Guildford, Reino Unido

Countryside Warden x2 - Guildford Borough Council, Surrey, Reino Unido - Contrato permanente - £28,618-£30,804/año - Deadline 12 octubre 2026

Location: Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom
Organization: Guildford Borough Council
Contract Type: Permanent, full-time

Main Description:
Two Countryside Warden positions within Guildford Council's Countryside team. Responsible for the sensitive and appropriate management of over 800 hectares of countryside sites (woodlands, chalk downland, heathland, Local Nature Reserves and SSSIs), including habitat conservation works, supervision of volunteers, and promotion of public and educational use of the sites.

Requirements:

• Experience working in the countryside sector
• Knowledge of habitat and countryside management
• Ability to carry out estate management tasks, including scrub clearance, tree felling, coppicing, fencing and other conservation works
• National Certificate in Countryside Management or equivalent experience
• Full driving licence
• Good level of physical fitness
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work independently

Benefits/Conditions:

• Salary: £28,618 - £30,804 per year
• Permanent contract
• Full-time position

How to Apply:
Apply through Guildford Borough Council's recruitment portal: Countryside Warden (ref. 11101). Open the vacancy and select 'Apply for this job'. Closing date: 12 October 2026.

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Gestiona reservas naturales en las Highlands escocesas

Reserves Manager North - Scottish Wildlife Trust - Inverbroom, Northwest Highlands, Escocia - Contrato permanente tiempo completo - £35.000/año - Deadline 28 septiembre 2026

Location
Inverbroom, Northwest Highlands, Scotland

Organization
Scottish Wildlife Trust

Contract Type
Permanent, full-time

Main Description
Lead the conservation and management of nine wildlife reserves (6,800 hectares) in the North area of Scotland. Oversee habitat restoration, ecological monitoring, local team management, and community engagement across peatland, temperate woodland, moorland, and mountain landscapes.

Requirements

• HND or equivalent in Environmental Conservation
• Minimum 3 years' experience in conservation project management and practical land management
• Solid knowledge of environmental regulations, health and safety, and evidence-based conservation
• Experience in upland conservation projects such as peatland restoration, native woodland regeneration, river restoration, or conservation grazing

Benefits/Conditions

• Salary £35,000 per year
• Flexible/hybrid working
• Salary sacrifice, cycle to work and pension schemes
• Weekly wellbeing hour
• Generous sick leave
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Focus on training and development

How to Apply
Apply by email to the organization (contact details available on the website). More information available on the Scottish Wildlife Trust website.

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Protege aves marinas en acantilados de Alderney (Reino Unido)

Técnico de campo para restauración de aves marinas con acceso a acantilados - Alderney Wildlife Trust, Guernsey - Contrato octubre 2026 a marzo 2028 - £26,000-£32,000/año

Location: Alderney, Guernsey

Organization: Alderney Wildlife Trust Enterprises

Contract Type: Fixed-term contract, full-time, October 2026 - March 2028

Main Description: Field worker to deploy, monitor and maintain bait stations, tracking traps and surveillance equipment as part of rat eradication operations. The role includes cliff and sea stack access using rope access techniques under certified IRATA supervision.

Requirements:

• Experience in field conservation work
• Ability to work in difficult terrain and on cliffs
• Competence in accurate record-keeping
• Compliance with H&S and biosecurity protocols
• Physical capability for demanding tasks
• IRATA certification preferred, or willingness to obtain it

Benefits/Conditions:

• £26,000 - £32,000 annually
• Fixed-term contract: October 2026 - March 2028
• Full-time position

How to Apply: Apply through https://www.alderneywildlife.org/jobs/alderney-seabird-restoration-project-field-worker-cliff-access

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PhD en conectividad de fauna - trabajo de campo en 6 países

PhD en conectividad de fauna silvestre en sistemas agrícolas con árboles - Newcastle University, TROPS Lab, Reino Unido - 3.5 años - Financiación completa - Campo en UK, Italia, Filipinas, Tanzania, Chile y Túnez

Location: Newcastle, UK (with fieldwork across UK, Italy, Philippines, Tanzania, Chile and Tunisia)

Organization: Newcastle University, TROPS Lab

Contract Type: Fully funded PhD (3.5 years)

Main Description:
This 3.5-year PhD investigates how tree-based agricultural systems contribute to wildlife connectivity and habitat provision. The research combines biodiversity surveys, animal movement data, landscape modelling and remote sensing across an international field network. A particular focus is placed on understanding how tree characteristics and spatial configuration influence wildlife movement in fragmented agricultural landscapes.

The project is embedded in an international research programme and involves engagement with land managers and stakeholders across multiple countries.

Requirements:

• Good degree in a relevant subject (wildlife ecology, conservation biology, landscape ecology, spatial ecology or related discipline)
• Experience in field-based research
• Experience in quantitative analysis and data interpretation using R
• Advantageous: wildlife survey methods / camera trapping, GIS and spatial analysis, remote sensing, landscape connectivity modelling

Benefits/Conditions:

• Fully funded position (3.5 years)
• Training in habitat fragmentation, wildlife monitoring, animal movement ecology, spatial modelling, remote sensing and conservation genomics
• Embedded in an international research programme with fieldwork across six countries
• Engagement with land managers and stakeholders

How to Apply:
Visit the project website for full application instructions: Newcastle University TROPS Lab – PhD position

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Consultor de ecología y biodiversidad en Londres

Consultor en Naturaleza, Ecología y Biodiversidad - Greengage Environmental Ltd, Londres, Reino Unido - Trabajo híbrido - Deadline abierto

Location: London, United Kingdom (hybrid working available)

Organization: Greengage Environmental Ltd

Contract Type: Consultant (contract position)

Main Description:
Greengage Environmental is seeking a Consultant to join their Nature Team. The role involves supporting the delivery of ecology and biodiversity assessments, undertaking ecological surveys, and contributing to technical reporting. Projects include work on biodiversity net gain, habitat assessments, and ecological enhancements.

Requirements:

• Background in ecology or a related environmental discipline
• Experience in ecological consultancy
• Passion for nature conservation

Benefits/Conditions:

• Hybrid working available

How to Apply:
Send your CV and a supporting statement to careers@greengage-env.com

More information: https://lnkd.in/e8Tk6iUX

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Científico marino de campo para encuestas offshore en Reino Unido

Marine Field Scientist (contrato fijo) - DNV Ocean Ecology - Reino Unido (Gloucester) - Salario competitivo + profit share - Deadline 10 agosto 2026

Location: United Kingdom (Gloucester office preferred)

Organization: DNV - Ocean Ecology

Contract Type: Fixed-term contract

Main Description:
DNV Ocean Ecology is seeking a Marine Field Scientist to support the execution of marine environmental surveys in the UK and internationally. The role involves the preparation, mobilisation, execution and reporting of marine surveys for offshore renewable energy projects, infrastructure, environmental monitoring and research. The position requires regular work in coastal and offshore environments, with deployments ranging from several days to several weeks away from home.

Requirements:

• Degree in Marine Biology, Marine Science, Oceanography, Environmental Sciences or a related discipline
• Valid offshore certification (STCW, BOSIET, GWO)
• Valid offshore medical certificate
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in team and offshore environments
• Willingness to travel and work away from home
• Desirable: Marine Mammal Observer (MMO) or Passive Acoustic Monitoring (PAM) certification
• Desirable: Experience in marine environmental surveys
• Desirable: Experience with benthic sampling systems and underwater imaging
• Desirable: Familiarity with GIS software
• Desirable: Experience in seabed imagery analysis

Benefits/Conditions:

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Global profit share scheme
• Extensive training opportunities
• Flexible working policy
• Hybrid working model (3 days in office)
• Private health benefit option
• Pension (employer contribution up to 9% of salary)
• 26 days annual leave plus 8 paid bank holidays
• Personal insurance cover (medical, dental, life, income protection)
• Enhanced family leave

How to Apply:
Apply through DNV's careers portal: https://jobs.dnv.com/job-search/life-sciences/engineer/united-kingdom/marine-field-scientist-fixed-term/300001640417936

Deadline: 10 August 2026

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Científico marino de campo (UK & Internacional)

Marine Field Scientist (Fixed Term) - DNV Ocean Ecology, Gloucester, Reino Unido - Contrato temporal - Salario competitivo - Deadline 10 agosto 2026

Location
Gloucester, United Kingdom

Organization
DNV - Ocean Ecology (Life Sciences)

Contract Type
Fixed Term (Time Limited Employee)

Main Description
DNV is seeking a Marine Field Scientist to support the delivery of marine environmental surveys in the UK and internationally. Responsibilities include survey preparation, operation of subsea equipment, analysis of seabed imagery, and collection of high-quality environmental data for offshore renewable energy, infrastructure, and marine research projects.

Requirements

• Degree in Marine Biology, Marine Sciences, Oceanography, or a related discipline
• Valid offshore certification (STCW, BOSIET or GWO)
• Valid offshore medical certificate
• Competence in Microsoft Office
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team and in offshore environments
• Willingness to travel and work away from home for extended periods

Benefits/Conditions

• Competitive industry salary based on experience
• Global profit share scheme
• Extensive training opportunities
• Flexible working policy
• Hybrid working model (3 days in office)
• Pension (up to 9% of salary)
• 26 days annual leave + 8 paid bank holidays
• Private insurance (medical, dental, life, income protection)
• Enhanced family leave policies

How to Apply
Apply through the DNV careers site: jobs.dnv.com

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Contrato fijo en ciencias de la conservación (Universidad de Kent, UK)

Research Associate in Conservation Science - Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology, Universidad de Kent, Canterbury, UK - Contrato a plazo fijo - £39,906-£44,746/año - Deadline 9 agosto 2026

Location
Canterbury, UK

Organization
University of Kent / LASE University Group – Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology (DICE)

Contract Type
Fixed-term contract

Main Description
The Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology (DICE) at the University of Kent is seeking a Research Associate to contribute to the E3 Sharing Space for Nature programme, a five-year initiative funded by Research England. The programme focuses on Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs) as tools for biodiversity conservation.

The role involves conducting original, high-quality research, producing peer-reviewed publications, supporting programme initiatives, and co-supervising postgraduate researchers. The successful candidate will work within a collaborative and internationally recognised conservation research environment.

Requirements

• PhD in conservation science or a closely related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Specialist knowledge and research experience in OECMs and area-based conservation
• Track record of publications relevant to area-based conservation

Benefits/Conditions

• Salary: £39,906 – £44,746 per year
• 43 days of annual leave
• Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Employee-funded corporate healthcare plan in partnership with Benenden Health
• Collaborative working environment with support for professional development and wellbeing

How to Apply
Apply online through the University of Kent's recruitment system via the following link: https://jobs.kent.ac.uk/vacancy.aspx?ref=SNS-089-26

For further information, contact peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting reference SNS-089-26.

Deadline: 9 August 2026

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Observador de mamíferos marinos (MMO/PAM) en proyectos por todo el mundo

MMO y PAM Operator en proyectos offshore de mamíferos marinos - Ocean Science Consulting (OSC), Dunbar, Escocia, UK - Contrato inicial 1 mes con opción a permanente - Salario competitivo + suplemento offshore

Location: Dunbar, Scotland, UK (primarily offshore, global projects)

Organization: Ocean Science Consulting Limited (OSC)

Contract Type: Initial 1-month contract with possibility of permanent full-time employment

Main Description:
OSC is recruiting MMO (Marine Mammal Observer) and/or PAM (Passive Acoustic Monitoring) Operators to work on global marine mammal and underwater noise monitoring projects. The role is primarily based offshore, with assignments of variable duration (days to months). Between projects, onshore tasks will be carried out at OSC's headquarters in Dunbar, Scotland. Responsibilities include field monitoring work and assistance with reports, publications, and scientific articles.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an MMO and/or PAM Operator
• Ability to assist with reporting, publications, and articles
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently in offshore environments
• Existing offshore certifications preferred, or willingness to obtain them

Benefits/Conditions:

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Offshore supplement included
• Possibility of permanent full-time employment following initial contract

How to Apply:
Send your CV and cover letter to recruitment@osc.co.uk. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

More information: OSC MMO and PAM Vacancies

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Postdoc en inmunidad antiviral de murciélagos (Cambridge, UK)

Postdoctoral Research Associate en inmunidad antiviral de murciélagos - Universidad de Cambridge, UK - 18 meses - £37,694–£46,049/año - Deadline 29 julio 2026

Location: Cambridge, UK

Organization: University of Cambridge, Department of Veterinary Medicine

Contract Type: Postdoctoral Research Associate, fixed-term 18 months (BBSRC-funded)

Main Description:
This BBSRC-funded postdoctoral position investigates the molecular mechanisms underlying antiviral immunity and immune regulation in bats. The project focuses on the functional characterisation of key innate immune genes — including NLRP3, MyD88, and STING — using cell systems and molecular techniques. The aim is to understand how bats tolerate viral infections that are lethal in other mammals, with implications for both evolutionary biology and disease ecology.

Requirements:

• PhD (or close to completion) in cell biology, biochemistry, evolutionary biology, or a related discipline
• Experience in cell culture and molecular cloning (essential)
• Understanding of innate immunity (advantageous)
• Experience in evolutionary bioinformatics (advantageous)
• Experience in lentiviral transduction (advantageous)
• Experience in CRISPR-mediated genome modification (advantageous)
• Experience in functional immune assays (advantageous)

Benefits/Conditions:
Salary: £37,694–£46,049 per annum

How to Apply:
Submit a completed CHRIS/6 form, CV, covering letter, and contact details for two referees through the University of Cambridge online recruitment system. Quote reference PP50380. For informal enquiries, contact Julie Ingham at ji217@cam.ac.uk.

Deadline: 29 July 2026, 09:00 (BST)

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Contrato de 4 años para hacer la tesis en bioinformática en Londres

PhD en adaptación de dominio y aprendizaje profundo para expresión génica en plagas de cultivos - Queen Mary University of London, Reino Unido - 4 años - Financiado - Deadline 30 julio 2026

Location: London, United Kingdom

Organization: Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), Centre for Evolutionary and Functional Genomics

Contract Type: Fully funded 4-year PhD

Main Description:
This 4-year fully funded PhD project focuses on developing deep learning models and domain adaptation techniques applied to transcriptomic data from economically important crop pests. The project is entirely computational and aims to predict gene expression profiles across different life stages and cell types in pest species, using cutting-edge AI methodologies to bridge genomic information across species.

Requirements:

• MSc or MRes degree in bioinformatics, data science, or applied AI
• Strong understanding of molecular biology
• Experience in data-driven research
• Ability to start before 30 September 2026
• UK residency or established EU settled status required

Benefits/Conditions:

• Fully funded 4-year studentship
• Expert laboratory support in genomics and deep learning

How to Apply:
More information and application details available at: https://www.qmul.ac.uk/deri/ukri-aidd-doctoral-training-programme/projects/

Deadline: 30 July 2026

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Contrato de 4 años para hacer el doctorado en evolución social (UCL, Londres)

PhD en evolución social - University College London (UCL), Reino Unido - 4 años - Financiación completa - Solicitud abierta

Location: London, UK

Organization: University College London (UCL), funded by the Evolution Education Trust

Contract Type: PhD (4 years, fully funded)

Main Description:
Four-year fully funded PhD position in social evolution. The project explores fundamental questions about why altruism exists, combining theoretical and empirical approaches within the field of social evolution. The position comes with generous research, travel and conference allowances.

Requirements:

• Eligible for UK home fees status (UK citizens or those with pre-settled or settled status)
• Strong interest in social evolution research

Benefits/Conditions:

• Full funding for four years (UK home fees eligible candidates)
• Generous research allowances
• Travel and conference funding

How to Apply:
Apply through FindAPhD: https://www.findaphd.com/phds/project/why-does-altruism-exist/?p197451

For further information, contact j.b.wolf@bath.ac.uk or christopher.thompson@ucl.ac.uk

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Analiza el movimiento de aves y mamíferos marinos (Escocia)

Senior Ecological Statistician - Biomathematics and Statistics Scotland (BioSS), Reino Unido - Contrato 12 meses (4 días/semana) - Sep 2026 - Ago 2027 - Deadline 13 julio 2026

Location: Scotland, United Kingdom

Organization: Biomathematics and Statistics Scotland (BioSS), Offshore Renewables Group

Contract Type: Fixed-term contract, 12 months (01/09/2026 – 31/08/2027), part-time (4 days per week)

Main Description:
BioSS is recruiting a Senior Ecological Statistician (Grade 6) to join its Offshore Renewables Group. The post focuses on animal movement modelling of seabirds and marine mammals in the context of offshore wind energy development. The position is fully funded for 12 months.

Requirements:

• Experience in ecological statistics
• Knowledge of animal movement modelling
• Experience working with marine mammals and seabirds

Benefits/Conditions:

• Fully funded position
• Part-time schedule: 4 days per week
• Contract period: 1 September 2026 – 31 August 2027

How to Apply:
Apply through the official BioSS recruitment portal: https://bioss.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4244101?cid=2065

Deadline: 13 July 2026, 09:00 (Central European Summer Time)

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Postdoc en microbioma de anfibios y hongos patógenos (Bangor University, Gales)

Postdoc en interacciones huésped-microbioma en anfibios - Bangor University, Gales, UK - 3 años - Financiado BBSRC/NSF - Deadline 8 julio 2026

Location: Bangor, Wales, UK

Organization: Bangor University, Molecular Ecology and Evolution Group

Contract Type: Postdoctoral Research Officer – 3 years, funded by BBSRC/NSF

Main Description:
This 3-year postdoctoral position investigates amphibian skin microbiomes and immune responses to the fungal pathogen Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd), one of the leading drivers of amphibian declines worldwide. The project is part of a UK-US collaborative initiative involving partners at the Smithsonian Institution and tropical research networks, offering a stimulating international research environment.

Requirements:

• PhD in microbiology, ecology, evolutionary biology or a related field
• Expertise in 16S metabarcoding and/or metagenomic analysis
• Experience with bacterial sequencing techniques
• Strong data integration and bioinformatics skills

Benefits/Conditions:

• 3-year salaried position
• Funded by BBSRC (UK) and NSF (USA)
• International collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution and tropical research partners
• Research support provided

How to Apply:
Apply online at: jobs.ac.uk
Deadline: 8 July 2026, 09:00 BST
For informal inquiries, contact: o.osborne@bangor.ac.uk

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Postdoc en microbioma de anfibios y quitridiomicosis (Bangor University, UK)

Postdoc en interacciones huésped-microbioma en anfibios - Bangor University, Reino Unido - 3 años - Deadline 8 julio 2026

Location: Bangor, United Kingdom

Organization: Bangor University, Molecular Ecology and Evolution groups

Contract Type: Postdoctoral Research Officer, 3 years

Main Description:
This 3-year postdoctoral position investigates the role of amphibian skin microbiomes in infection by Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd), a fungal pathogen responsible for global biodiversity losses in amphibians. The position is part of a collaborative UK-US project funded by BBSRC and NSF.

Requirements:

• Experience in 16S metagenomics
• Shotgun genomics
• Bacterial genome sequencing
• Data analysis skills
• Experience integrating microbiome data with infection and immunity datasets
• Ability to liaise with international collaborators

How to Apply:
Apply at: jobs.ac.uk
Informal enquiries: o.osborne@bangor.ac.uk

Deadline: 8 July 2026

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Postdoc en genómica evolutiva de tejones y tuberculosis bovina (Universidad de Exeter, Reino Unido)

Postdoc en genómica evolutiva de interacciones tejón-tuberculosis bovina - Universidad de Exeter, Penryn, Cornwall, Reino Unido - 4 años - Inicio octubre 2026 - Deadline 30 junio 2026

Location: Penryn, Cornwall, United Kingdom

Organization: University of Exeter, Centre for Ecology and Conservation

Contract Type: Postdoctoral Research Associate – 4 years, starting October 2026 (flexible)

Main Description:
This 4-year postdoctoral position focuses on the evolutionary genomics of badger-bovine tuberculosis (TB) interactions. The project uses whole-genome sequencing data from 2,500+ badgers to investigate genetic variation in disease susceptibility, inbreeding, gene flow, and evolutionary change within the population. The research is based at the Centre for Ecology and Conservation at the University of Exeter's Penryn Campus in Cornwall.

Requirements:

• PhD in evolutionary genomics or a closely related field
• Experience working with whole-genome sequencing data
• Knowledge of evolutionary and population genomic analyses

Benefits/Conditions:

• Fully funded 4-year position
• Start date: October 2026 (flexible)

How to Apply:
Apply online at: careers.exeter.ac.uk
For informal enquiries, contact: b.tschirren@exeter.ac.uk

Deadline: 30 June 2026, 09:00 (BST)

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Trabajo en conservación y educación marina a bordo de un ferry

Ocean Conservationist (contrato de temporada) - ORCA, Canal de la Mancha (ruta Newhaven-Dieppe) - Deadline 21 mayo 2026

Location: English Channel – Newhaven-Dieppe route (onboard DFDS ferries)

Organization: ORCA

Contract Type: Seasonal contract

Main Description:
ORCA is recruiting a seasonal Ocean Conservationist to work onboard DFDS ferries crossing the English Channel. The role alternates between two ships and combines marine conservation education with scientific data collection.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering lectures and workshops to ferry passengers on marine conservation
• Conducting wildlife watches to record sightings of whales, dolphins, and porpoises
• Guiding and inspiring passengers to engage with ocean conservation
• Collecting vital survey data on cetaceans in the English Channel

Requirements:

• Fluent in both French and English
• Enthusiastic and confident communicator
• Ability to inspire others about marine conservation

Benefits/Conditions:
Salary available – see the vacancies page for details.

How to Apply:
Submit an up-to-date CV and a 2-minute video explaining why marine conservation matters to you via the ORCA vacancies page. For queries, contact: info@orca.org.uk

Deadline: 21 May 2026

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Técnico de DNA antiguo (Natural History Museum, Londres)

Research Technician en DNA antiguo de sedimentos - University College London & Natural History Museum - Londres, Reino Unido - £36,433-£41,833/año - Deadline 15 mayo 2026

Location: London, United Kingdom

Organization: University College London (UCL) & Natural History Museum (NHM)

Contract Type: Research Technician

Main Description: Research technician position for projects involving DNA extraction from lake sediments and subfossils to study how ecosystems and populations respond to environmental stress over the last 300 years. Responsible for laboratory procedures including DNA extraction, genomic library construction, and PCR amplification.

Requirements:

• Experience in molecular biology techniques
• Ability to work with low concentration and degraded DNA
• Knowledge of contamination control procedures
• Experience in PCR amplification and sequencing workflows

Benefits/Conditions: £36,433-£41,833 per annum

How to Apply: Apply through UCL jobs website: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/search-ucl-jobs/details?nPostingId=17915&nPostingTargetId=43445&id=Q1KFK026203F3VBQBLO8M8M07&LG=UK&languageSelect=UK&mask=ext
Informal enquiries to: j.day@ucl.ac.uk

Deadline: 15 May 2026

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Observadores de mamíferos marinos

Marine Mammal Observer (MMO), Protected Species Observer (PSO), Passive Acoustic Monitoring Operator (PAMO) y Environmental Scientist – Ocean Science Consulting Ltd., Dunbar, Scotland, UK – Proyectos a nivel mundial – Empleo inmediato disponible

Location: Dunbar, Scotland, UK; worldwide operations

Organization: Ocean Science Consulting Ltd.

Contract Type: Contractor registration portal for ongoing opportunities

Main Description: Ocean Science Consulting Ltd. is seeking qualified professionals to register in their contractor portal for opportunities worldwide. Positions include Marine Mammal Observer (MMO), Protected Species Observer (PSO), Passive Acoustic Monitoring Operator (PAMO), Acoustic Technician (AT)/Bioacoustician, Environmental Scientist, ESAS Surveyor, and Fisheries Liaison Officer (FLO). Immediate employment opportunities are available.

Requirements: Qualification in one or more of the following areas:

• Marine Mammal Observer (MMO)
• Protected Species Observer (PSO)
• Passive Acoustic Monitoring Operator (PAMO)
• Acoustic Technician (AT)/Bioacoustician
• Environmental Scientist
• ESAS surveyor
• Fisheries Liaison Officer (FLO)

Benefits/Conditions: Worldwide work opportunities; immediate employment possibilities; training courses available for MMO, PSO and PAMO positions

How to Apply: Register on the contractor portal at https://contractors.osc.co.uk/ or contact admin@osc.co.uk for details on training courses

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