17 jobs found

Job title PostDoc Position in Marine Ecology and Seagrass Ecosystems Company Hellenic Centre for Marine Research (HCMR). Description of the job The Hellenic Centre for Marine Research (HCMR) is seeking a Biologist with a PhD in Marine Ecology to study the dynamics and management of seagrass ecosystems, with an emphasis on ecological processes and anthropogenic pressures. The position requires a high level of scientific expertise, research experience and the ability to apply scientific knowledge to environmental policies and management actions. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary lab of highly motivated researchers at the Hellenic Centre for Marine Research in Crete, with opportunities for transnational collaborations within multiple research projects and networks. Main Responsibilities: Data collection and analysis (biological, physicochemical, ecological). Impact assessment of anthropogenic activities on marine ecosystems (e.g....

Job title PhD Opportunity: Marine connectivity in a network of marine protected areas (MPAs) as a key factor for assuring climate change resilience in the marine ecosystems of East Africa. Company IRD (Institut de recherche pour le développement) - MARBEC, France / Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), Kenya. Description of the job The international MESCAL project is recruiting a PhD student to work on marine connectivity and climate change resilience across networks of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) along the East African coast. The PhD will focus on larval dispersal modelling to assess the climate change resilience of exploited marine fish populations, integrating genetic and physiological traits associated with climate resilience. Scientific Context: Climate change threatens the long-term sustainability of marine ecosystems. Although Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are recognized as an effective tool to protect harvested species and...

Job title Two PhD Positions in "Infrastructures, Knowledges and Policy Practices in Marine Governance". Company Helmholtz Institute for Functional Marine Biodiversity (HIFMB) / Alfred Wegener Institute (AWI). Description of the job The Helmholtz Institute for Functional Marine Biodiversity (HIFMB) is offering two PhD positions in the newly established Marine Policy and Management working group. The group examines diverse efforts to protect, govern, and reclaim waters across oceans and coastal regions. The research develops innovative theoretical and methodological approaches to understand how knowledge, infrastructure, and policy practices are mobilized in the management of marine waters — by whom, for what purposes, and with what consequences on people and environments. HIFMB is a research institute located in Oldenburg that studies marine biodiversity and its importance for the function of marine ecosystems, the people linked to those ecosystems, and their...

Job title Aquaculture Graduate Technician. Company Tanganyika Blue. Description of the job Tanganyika Blue is seeking an Aquaculture Graduate Technician to join its operations team at Lake Tanganyika, Tanzania. This is an entry-level, hands-on role designed for candidates with aquaculture, fisheries, aquatic science, or related background, who are eager to gain broad operational exposure. Tanganyika Blue is pioneering the first commercial Tanzanian Native Species Aquaculture farm on Lake Tanganyika. The organisation's mission is to catalyze a sustainable blue revolution by establishing Native Species Aquaculture practices that support food security, community empowerment, and environmental sustainability in the Lake Tanganyika region. The company is expanding its aquaculture operations and moving to Kimbwela, Kigoma. This role is intentionally varied. The successful candidate will support aquaculture operations, water quality monitoring, basic laboratory and...

Job title Advocacy Communications & Donor Relations Intern. Company Antarctic and Southern Ocean Coalition (ASOC). Description of the job The Antarctic and Southern Ocean Coalition (ASOC) is seeking an Advocacy Communications & Donor Relations Intern to help strengthen outreach to supporters and communicate the impact of its international conservation work. This is an excellent opportunity for a college or graduate student interested in how advocacy organizations communicate policy priorities, engage supporters, and build the foundation for long-term conservation success. Since 1978, ASOC has been working solely for the protection of Antarctica and the surrounding Southern Ocean. The organisation's mission is to protect the vulnerable ecosystems of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean by providing a unified voice for Antarctic conservation. ASOC represents the global conservation community in the halls where decisions about Antarctica's future are made,...

ABOUT OCEANIC GLOBAL Oceanic Global reminds us of humanity’s original role in earth’s broader ecosystems and guides us in restoring equilibrium to our blue planet. Our core pillars of focus are designed to deepen humanity’s connection to the ocean as the lifeblood of the earth, provide tangible solutions for resilience, and create a blueprint for coexisting in harmony with our natural world.   ROLE OVERVIEW   We are a dynamic and globally based nonprofit startup dedicated to preserving marine ecosystems and promoting sustainable practices worldwide. Operating remotely, our organization thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a shared passion for environmental advocacy. As we continue to grow and expand our impact, we are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Marketing Intern to join our team and contribute to our marketing initiatives while gaining valuable hands-on experience in the field. As a Marketing Intern, you will have the opportunity to work...

  ABOUT OCEANIC GLOBAL   Oceanic Global reminds us of humanity’s original role in earth’s broader ecosystems and guides us in restoring equilibrium to our blue planet. Our core pillars of focus are designed to deepen humanity’s connection to the ocean as the lifeblood of the earth, provide tangible solutions for resilience, and create a blueprint for coexisting in harmony with our natural world.   ROLE OVERVIEW   Oceanic Global is looking for interns to help us grow the impact of our partnership marketing and events. The ideal candidate is a proactive individual who is passionate about providing environmental solutions for our planet and oceans health. Applicants should have a strong background or foundation in project management, marketing and event productions. Working with Oceanic Global involves working on a myriad of cross-functional and dynamic projects with the globally based team.    We are a dynamic and globally based nonprofit startup...

NTERNSHIP: Oceanic Global is looking for a volunteer intern to help us grow the Blue Standard, Oceanic Global’s program that works with businesses to eliminate single-use plastics and adopt comprehensive sustainability measures. The ideal candidate is a proactive individual who is passionate about providing environmental solutions for our planet and oceans health, and who cares deeply about how businesses impact the environment. A strong background or foundation in sustainability, waste management, consulting, project management, hospitality, or environmental science is desired. This is a Spring / Summer Internship, ideally starting in June with option to continue to the fall. The start date and weekly hours are flexible.   OCEANIC GLOBAL’S INDUSTRY SOLUTION PROGRAM: THE BLUE STANDARD   Launched in 2021 as an evolution of Oceanic Global's long standing industry solution program (formerly known as The Oceanic Standard), the Blue Standard (“Blue”) combats...

Job title PhD Scholarship in Experimental Ecophysiology and Biology of Lumpsucker. Company DTU Aqua - National Institute of Aquatic Resources, Technical University of Denmark. Description of the job DTU Aqua is offering a fully funded 3-year PhD position within the newly established project NOW-LUMP, funded by Seabreak. The project aims to build fundamental knowledge on the biology and environmental tolerance of the lumpsucker (Cyclopterus lumpus) — a culturally and ecologically important species that has undergone a severe population decline in Scandinavian waters. The successful candidate will join a supportive and dynamic research environment at DTU Aqua. The PhD will be based in the Section for Marine Living Resources as part of the Fish Biology research group. The PhD will be supervised by Senior Researcher Jane W. Behrens (fish ecophysiologist) and co-supervised by Researcher Ole Henriksen (fisheries biologist) and Professor Karin Hüssy (fish...

Job title Postdoctoral Fellow in Coastal Tourism, Environmental Economics and Coastal Development. Company Coastal Social-Ecological Millennium Institute (SECOS). Description of the job The Coastal Social-Ecological Millennium Institute (SECOS) is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join the Coastal Development social-ecological systems (SES) research group. The position focuses on economic and social-ecological analyses of coastal development, tourism, biodiversity, climate change impacts, and nature-based solutions, combining quantitative economic methods with fieldwork in coastal social-ecological systems. SECOS Institute is formed by a multidisciplinary team of scientists from several Chilean universities, focused on coastal sustainability. The Institute's main objectives are to understand global, regional, and local drivers of change; the social-ecological conditions that hinder sustainability; and to test and implement actions that unravel such conditions. The...

Job title Paid Summer Environmental Interns & Seasonal Associate Scientists. Company Cummins Cederberg - Coastal & Marine Engineering. Description of the job Cummins Cederberg is hiring Paid Summer Environmental Interns and Seasonal Associate Scientists to support coastal and marine environmental projects throughout Florida. These positions offer hands-on experience in marine fieldwork, environmental permitting, and applied coastal science. Summer Environmental Interns will support both field and office tasks under close supervision, gaining exposure to benthic habitat assessments, data entry, environmental permitting and compliance, and basic environmental documentation. This role is designed to provide practical, hands-on learning and mentorship in applied coastal and marine science. Seasonal Associate Scientists will focus exclusively on field-based work, supporting coastal and marine field efforts such as benthic habitat assessments, coral...

Job title PhD Studentship in Cumulative Impacts of Environmental Changes on Atlantic Salmon Ecology, Population Trends and Survival. Company Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS). Description of the job The Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) is seeking a curious and passionate PhD student to study the cumulative impacts of environmental changes on Atlantic salmon ecology, population trends, and survival. This work will contribute directly to protecting and preserving wild salmon populations in a changing climate. Natural and anthropogenic threats to freshwater habitat lead to challenges for Atlantic Salmon survival resulting in population declines. Salmon rivers are subject to a variety of cumulative habitat impacts due to development and environmental changes in their freshwater watersheds. To provide management tools for the conservation and preservation of the species, this project will analyze historical and projected flow...

Role summary: EBCD is seeking an experienced and visionary Director to lead the organisation in Brussels and steer its strategic direction. The Director will manage EBCD’s operations and programs, represent its values and positions at the highest policy levels, and ensure its continued relevance and financial sustainability . The ideal candidate will bring in-depth knowledge of fisheries and ocean governance policies , a strong grasp of EU and international processes, and proven leadership in building partnerships and mobilizing resources. Key responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Implement EBCD’s strategic plan, ensuring alignment with its mission and evolving global sustainability priorities. Organizational Management: Lead and manage the team, supervise staff and consultants, manage budget, and ensure sound governance and reporting practices, report regularly to the EBCD Board, supporting its oversight and decision-making role. Representation...

Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon The Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon conducts cutting-edge international research for a changing world: Around 1,000 employees contribute to the tackling of climate change, the sustainable use of the world's coastal systems and the resource-compatible enhancement of the quality of life. From fundamental research to practical applications, the interdisciplinary research spectrum covers a unique range. Institute of Coastal Systems Analysis and Modeling The Institute for Coastal Systems Analysis and Modeling studies the dynamics of coastal systems as part of the Earth system and develops prediction methods and future scenarios for coastal systems. One focus of our research is the study of coastal ecosystems, which are subject to increasing pressure to change due to climate change, use of coastal environments, and other human drivers. Scientist in Marine Digital Innovation Reference code: 931 – 2025/KS 3  Work location: Geesthacht Application...

Fundação Maio Biodiversidade (FMB) is an environmental non-governmental and non-profit organisation created in 2010, located in the City of Porto Inglês, Maio Island in Cabo Verde. The foundation has the status of a public interest body and recently received an honourable mention from the President of the Republic of Cabo Verde. We are committed to sustainable development and collaborate closely with both local authorities and the population of Maio. With the technical and financial support of a range of national and international partners, our work focuses on the following key objectives: the conservation, enhancement and responsible management of natural resources and biodiversity, particularly in protected areas, the promotion of sustainable development, respecting the historical and cultural heritage of the island of Maio, and the promotion of economic alternatives (e.g. Homestay program offering lodging with local families, Turtle conservation program) that guarantee...

We are seeking a candidate with expertise in Earth Observation, Remote Sensing, or Computer Vision to contribute to the next generation of Recycllux’s plastic detection module. The intern will design and test a computer vision pipeline using Sentinel-1/2 data to identify marine plastic hotspots, enhancing robustness, interpretability, and performance under varied environmental conditions. This work is central to Recycllux’s EIT-supported innovation project, bridging EO research and real-world deployment of plastic offset services. This is your opportunity to: Join a dynamic, international, and impact-driven team Contribute to a mission that protects marine ecosystems and accelerates sustainable innovation Collaborate in an experienced team strongly involved in international collaborations   Key Outcomes Contribute to the computer vision model for marine plastic detection Implement a robust pipeline using Sentinel-1...

The Renewables Grid Initiative is a unique collaboration between NGOs and transmission system operators (TSOs) from across Europe, engaging in an ‘energy transition ecosystem- of-actors’. We promote fair, transparent and sustainable grid development to enable the growth of renewables to achieve full decarbonisation in line with the Paris Agreement. At RGI, we are convinced that the energy, climate and biodiversity crises can and should be tackled in parallel. In this context, we are increasing our activities related to the protection and restoration of nature in connection with the energy transition – particularly the deployment of renewable energy sources (RES) and electricity grids, both on land and at sea. In 2020, RGI established a multi-stakeholder platform called the Offshore Coalition for Energy and Nature ( OCEaN ). OCEaN brings together NGOs, wind industry actors, and grid operators active in the North and Baltic seas, with the aim of finding sustainable solutions to...