Trabaja con delfines en Shark Bay, Australia (alojamiento y comida incluidos)

Research Assistant - Shark Bay Dolphin Research Project - Monkey Mia, Western Australia - 4 meses - Alojamiento y manutención incluidos - Deadline 7 julio 2026

Location
Monkey Mia, Shark Bay, Western Australia

Organization
Shark Bay Dolphin Research Project (Georgetown University, Texas A&M University at Galveston, University of Queensland)

Contract Type
Paid field research position, 4 months (2026 season)

Main Description
The Shark Bay Dolphin Research Project is seeking a Research Assistant for the 2026 field season. The position focuses on drone-based data collection and long-term population monitoring of Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins in Shark Bay, Western Australia. This is an ideal opportunity for early-career candidates looking to gain hands-on experience in cetacean research and field biology.

Requirements

• Australian citizen currently residing in Australia
• Bachelor's degree completed before August 2026, or obtained within the last 3 years (from 2023 onwards)
• No completed Master's or PhD degree, and not currently enrolled in a postgraduate programme
• Fluent in English
• Good physical condition; ability to lift 20 kg
• Background in marine biology, animal behaviour, zoology, ecology, genetics, or a related field

Benefits/Conditions

• Modest stipend provided
• Domestic travel expenses covered
• Accommodation and meals fully covered

How to Apply
Apply via the Google Form: https://forms.gle/XPhcnry8ccCe1NUC6
Deadline: 7 July 2026
For questions, contact Diana Alvarado at dca51@georgetown.edu

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Cada semana (a no ser que esté por ahí perdido de expedición) envío una selección de las mejores oportunidades en biología, medio ambiente y conservación directamente a tu correo. Además, estrategias profesionales, cursos y noticias del sector para que estés al día.

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Voluntariado/ prácticas con delfines mulares en USA con manutención

Prácticas de verano en foto-identificación de delfines mulares - Institute for Marine Mammal Studies (IMMS) - Gulfport, Mississippi, EE.UU. - 12 semanas mínimo - Reembolso de compras semanales - Deadline 8 abril 2026

Location: Gulfport, Mississippi, USA

Organization: Institute for Marine Mammal Studies (IMMS)

Contract Type: Summer Internship (minimum 12-week commitment, 40 hours/week)

Main Description: Internship program for early career scientists to assist with bottlenose dolphin photo-identification research. Interns will participate in boat-based surveys, photograph processing, and data entry. Additional experience includes marine mammal stranding response, sea turtle surveys, and animal care.

Requirements:

• 18 years or older
• Actively pursuing or recent graduate with degree in biology, marine science, marine biology, marine and estuarine ecology, oceanography or related field
• Previous research experience preferred
• Able to work 40 hours per week
• Minimum 12-week commitment

Benefits/Conditions:

• Weekly grocery reimbursement provided
• Housing and transportation are the responsibility of the intern

How to Apply: Send completed application form, resume with 2 letters of recommendation, college transcripts, and one-page statement of interest to researchintern@imms.org

More information: https://imms.org/internship/

Deadline: April 8, 2026

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Cada semana envío una selección de las mejores oportunidades en biología, medio ambiente y conservación directamente a tu correo. Además, estrategias profesionales, cursos y noticias del sector para que estés al día.

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Voluntariado de monitorieo de delfines en Irlanda

Prácticas en monitoreo de delfines nariz de botella - Shannon Dolphin Project, Irish Whale and Dolphin Group - Kilrush, Irlanda - 12 semanas mínimo - Verano/Otoño 2026 - Deadline 31 marzo 2026

Location: Kilrush, Co. Clare, Ireland

Organization: Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG) - Shannon Dolphin Project

Contract Type: Voluntary internship, minimum 12 weeks (June to October 2026)

Main Description: The Shannon Dolphin Project is offering volunteer internships focused on monitoring resident bottlenose dolphins in Ireland. The programme includes field work conducting surveys by sea and land, processing photo-identification data, and public education and outreach activities. Interns will gain hands-on experience in marine mammal research and conservation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in marine sciences (biology, ecology or oceanography)
• Strong work ethic and ability to work effectively in a team
• Some positions require a valid Irish driving license and being 25 years or older

Benefits/Conditions:

• Unpaid internship
• IWDG assists with organizing accommodation
• Meals covered during surveys on Celtic Mist
• No expenses for surveys on Celtic Mist

How to Apply: Send CV and cover letter to mags.daly@iwdg.ie or luisa.lopez@iwdg.ie, including preferred start and end dates. Application deadline: 31 March 2026.

More information: https://www.iwdg.ie

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Prácticas de investigación con delfines en Cerdeña

LOCATION: Alghero, Sardinia (Italy)
ORGANIZATION: MareTerra ERC Onlus
TYPE: Research Internship (1-6 months)
PERIOD: May-October 2025

KEY DETAILS:

• Marine mammal research and conservation
• Dolphin monitoring and public education
• Data collection and analysis
• Field work on boats (4-hour trips, twice daily)
• 80% dolphin sighting probability

REQUIREMENTS:

• Student in Biology, Environmental Science or Tourism Management
• Age: 20+ years
• English level B2+
• Strong swimming ability
• Boat confidence
• Minimum 1-2 month commitment

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Scuba certification
• Lifeguard certification
• Skipper's license

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in dolphin monitoring and data collection
• Public education during boat trips
• Data management and analysis
• Support boat operations
• Participate in snorkeling activities as guide assistant

BENEFITS:

• No fee for 3-6 month internships (fee required for 1-2 months)
• Research equipment and facilities access
• Field work insurance
• Professional training and supervision
• Potential authorship in scientific publications
• University credits (160 hours/month)

NOT INCLUDED:

• Accommodation and meals
• Travel expenses
• Visas if required

HOW TO APPLY: Send CV and cover letter to: info@mareterra-erc.org

Early application recommended due to high demand. Selected candidates will have Skype interview.

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Oportunidad de beca en Australia trabajando con delfines

 We are currently seeking expressions of interest from PhD candidates to join the MAVE Lab at the University of Wollongong, NSW, Australia:

Project title

A changing Sea Country: establishing an ecological baseline of a key marine predator in Jervis Bay to enable detection of future climate change effects

Research area and project description

Climate change is expected to reshape the distribution and population dynamics of various species within their ecosystems. In the case of key predators such as dolphins, this can cause cascading effects throughout the entire system. Despite these implications, many species and populations lack the fundamental ecological data to assess the effects of climate change on dolphins ranging patterns and population dynamics. The bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) population in Jervis Bay, NSW, is such an example, as no targeted research has been done here since 1998. Jervis Bay is home to a diverse marine ecosystem, and bottlenose dolphins are a key part of this biodiversity. The bay provides a critical habitat for these dolphins, offering them a place to hunt, breed, and raise their young. Bottlenose dolphins are a major draw for tourism in Jervis Bay, as the opportunity to observe these dolphins in their natural habitat attracts many visitors. Dolphin-watching tours are particularly popular, making these dolphins a significant part of the region’s ecotourism industry. Overall, bottlenose dolphins in Jervis Bay are vital for ecological, economic, and scientific reasons, making their protection and study important for the region. Nevertheless, this population has not been studied for more than 20 years. This project will address this gap by investigating abundance, distribution, behaviour and habitat use of bottlenose dolphins in Jervis Bay, thus providing a baseline against which to measure future changes.

Fieldwork will require long hours in the field, including work outside the traditional Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm hours.

While the general project direction is set out as described above, PhD candidates will have opportunities to shape their projects together with supervisors to match their skills and interests. Both domestic and international students are welcome to express their interest. Applicants with a MSc degree and/or first-author publication are especially encouraged to apply.

Required qualifications: 

·       Applicants will need to hold a 1st  or high 2nd class Honours or equivalent in biology, ecology or a related field to be competitive for a University Postgraduate Award (UPA)

·       strong analytical and coding/programming experience in R or similar

·       excellent verbal and written communication skills

·       the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team

Desirable qualifications:

·       candidates should be well-read in biological literature, especially pertaining to marine ecology and climate change

·       peer-reviewed publications

·       field experience in doing boat surveys, flying drones, and using photo-ID methods

·       Coxswain license

·       Remote Pilot License

The project is a collaboration between the Marine Vertebrate Ecology Lab at the University of Wollongong (New South Whales) and the Cetacean Behaviour, Ecology and Evolution Lab at Flinders University (South Australia). The student will be enrolled at the University of Wollongong and be based at Wollongong. They will be supervised by Dr Katharina J Peters and A/Prof Guido J Parra.

To express your interest in this position, please submit the following to katharina_peters@uow.edu.au:

·       a cover letter outlining your motivation

·       a statement addressing required and desirable qualifications

·       your CV

·       contact information for 2 academic references

Expressions of Interest close 31st August 2024. We will contact selected applicants shortly after this date and work with them towards submitting scholarship applications. Strong candidates will be invited to apply through the official University of Wollongong admissions process to compete for either a domestic or international scholarship, which pays an indexed stipend of $34,000 p.a. tax free (2024 rate) and covers tuition fees charged by the university for up to 3.5 years. The closing date for these scholarships is 3rd October 2024. If successful, the selected applicant will start in February 2025.

Please contact Katharina_peters@uow.edu.au if you have any questions about this position.

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