19 jobs found

Job title Researcher in the subject of Biology with experience in Marine Biology and Ecology. Company University of the Aegean (UoA) – Research Unit. Description of the job The Research Unit of the University of the Aegean seeks a First Stage Researcher (R1-MSc) in the subject of Biology with experience in Marine Biology and Ecology to join the LIFE-PinnaCare project, which focuses on implementing conservation actions for the critically endangered Pinna nobilis across key sites in Greece. The successful candidate will join an active marine research group and contribute to fieldwork (including scientific diving), population assessments, monitoring, and the application of conservation interventions. The role also involves collaboration with national and international partners across the PinnaCare consortium. The project PINNACARE (Reference Number: 101216239) is funded by the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) -...

Job title Data Scientist. Company Atlantic Salmon Federation (ASF). Description of the job The Atlantic Salmon Federation (ASF) is an international conservation organization founded in 1948 to conserve and restore wild Atlantic salmon and their ecosystems. ASF is headquartered in St. Andrews, NB, Canada and maintains offices in Fredericton and Halifax, Canada, as well as in Brunswick, Maine (USA). Through ASF's membership and affiliated volunteer network, the organization represents more than 25,000 individuals who share ASF's commitment to wild rivers and wild salmon. Reporting to the VP of Research & Environment, the Data Scientist will lead analytical research focused on understanding the ecological, biological, and environmental factors influencing Atlantic salmon populations across their range. The incumbent will specialize in integrating and analyzing large, complex datasets (e.g. telemetry, genetic, environmental, hydrological, and long-term monitoring...

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...

Job title PhD Studentship: Developing and Evaluating Design Criteria to End Microplastic Pollution (End-Microplastic). Company University of Plymouth – Marine Institute, International Marine Litter Research Unit. Description of the job Applications are invited for a 3.5 year PhD studentship with the Marine Institute at the University of Plymouth, due to start on 1 October 2026. Plymouth has been at the forefront of global marine research for more than a century, and today it is home to the largest concentration of marine researchers in the UK. Textile fibres and tyre wear particles are among the most ubiquitous types of microplastic contaminating habitats from the poles to the equator and from the deepest oceans to the top of Mt Everest. Toxicological effects have been shown for both types of microplastic. This studentship will identify approaches to reduce emissions and make emissions safer, guiding the way towards safer and more sustainable production of...

Job title Professor in Applied Marine Ecology and Integrated Aquaculture. Company Ghent University – Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Department of Animal Sciences and Aquatic Ecology. Description of the job Ghent University is a world-class, open, pluralistic and socially engaged university. With one of the most progressive career models for academics in the world, Ghent University evaluates its scholars not only by the length of their publication list but also by the impact they pursue, what they achieve and how they collaborate. The vacancy is situated within the Department of Animal Sciences and Aquatic Ecology and is part of the strategic strengthening of the synergy between aquatic ecology, aquaculture and the blue economy. The new BOF-TT mandate "Applied Marine Ecology and Integrated Aquaculture" forms the bridge between the aquatic-ecological and aquaculture parts of the department and is complementary to the existing expertise within the...

Job title PhD Studentship in Aquatic Biodiversity in Public Aquariums. Company University of Portsmouth (in collaboration with Zoological Society of London). Description of the job The University of Portsmouth, in collaboration with the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), is offering a fully funded PhD studentship through the NERC TREES Doctoral Landscape Award to investigate the diversity of aquatic organisms kept in public aquariums across the UK. Zoos and public aquariums are a cornerstone of efforts to conserve and protect species and also educate the public about the amazing biodiversity across the globe. Yet, there is no definitive list of the aquatic biodiversity that is displayed. This interdisciplinary project aims to address this gap by analysing data from the UK zoo licensing system. Research objectives: Investigate the diversity of species kept in public aquaria and zoos, including invertebrate vs. vertebrate, marine vs. freshwater, and...

Job title Senior Program Officer, Blue Finance. Company World Wildlife Fund (WWF-US). Description of the job WWF-US is seeking a Senior Program Officer, Blue Finance, to join the Ocean Markets & Finance team. The role will be focused on supporting the blended and innovative blue finance portfolio. The Senior Program Officer (SPO) will divide their time between leading WWF-US’s engagement in a forthcoming externally funded initiative in the Western Pacific focused on building a pipeline of reef-positive enterprises and contributing to WWF-US’s broader Blended and Innovative Finance portfolio. The SPO will serve as a lead liaison with key internal and external partners, ensuring strong collaboration and alignment. The role provides leadership in managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives, ensuring WWF-US meets fiduciary and compliance responsibilities while advancing innovative approaches to mobilize capital for conservation impact. Coral...

Job title PhD in Impact of Grounded Icebergs. Company University of Southampton. Description of the job The University of Southampton is seeking a PhD researcher for a competition-funded project titled 'Impact of grounded icebergs on the oceanography and ecosystem of a sub-Antarctic island'. This opportunity is part of the IGNITE Doctoral Landscape Award and involves a world-class collaboration with the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) and the South Atlantic Environmental Research Institute (SAERI). The project will use numerical modelling tools to investigate the impact of grounded icebergs on the physical oceanography of the South Georgia (Southern Ocean) shelf and explore the consequences for the transport of Antarctic krill, a key prey item for local colonies of higher predators. As the climate warms, the number of icebergs reaching South Georgia is likely to increase; this project addresses a pressing need to better understand the consequences for the local...

Job title PhD Studentship - Living Sensors: Harnessing Mussel Behaviour and Machine Learning for Coastal Water Quality Monitoring. Company University of Exeter - Department of Biosciences. Description of the job The University of Exeter offers a fully funded EPSRC Doctoral Landscape Award studentship for a PhD project developing next-generation environmental biosensors using mussels as living sensors for coastal water quality monitoring. The health of marine ecosystems is increasingly threatened by pollution, eutrophication, and harmful algal blooms (HABs), which have profound ecological and socio-economic impacts. This PhD project aims to transform an existing prototype technology into a deployable environmental monitoring solution. Building on recent innovation at Exeter, the project will translate a novel discrete gape-sensor unit into a fully integrated system for real-world deployment, where rapid detection of water quality deterioration is critical. The...

Job title PhD Theses - BRIDGES Research Program. Company BRIDGES Research Program (CNRS, Ifremer, IRD). Description of the job The BRIDGES Research Program is offering at least nine PhD contracts to begin in the 2026 academic year. BRIDGES is an interdisciplinary research and scientific cooperation program aimed at identifying and developing solutions for biodiversity conservation and fair and sustainable fishing in the South-West Indian Ocean (SWIO). The program, supported by the France 2030 investment plan, works at the crossroads of marine environmental sciences and social sciences. During its ten-year duration from 2023 to 2033, BRIDGES explores how to design, link and implement spatial management tools, including marine protected areas, to ensure biodiversity conservation, food security, environmental justice and peaceful governance of fishery resources in a region where global changes are exacerbating tensions. The overall aim is to train a new...

Job title Breeding Research Aquarist. Company Oceanário de Lisboa. Description of the job Oceanário de Lisboa is seeking a Breeding Research Aquarist to join the Reproduction Department. This professional will play a key role in scientific research on teleost fish reproduction, contributing to the production of relevant knowledge and the conservation of marine life. The position involves conducting scientific studies, managing larval and juvenile development systems, and supporting various reproduction projects. The successful candidate will contribute to scientific advancement and conservation goals while working within a multidisciplinary team at one of Europe's leading aquariums. At Oceanário de Lisboa, the team shares a mission to inspire, change and promote ocean conservation through research, education, and conservation initiatives. Main Responsibilities: Conduct scientific studies related to the reproduction of teleost...

Job title Farm Operations Manager – Oyster Farm. Company Swahili Coast Farms. Description of the job Swahili Coast Farms is seeking an experienced, proactive, and hands-on Farm Manager to oversee daily operations at their oyster farming site in Kenya. The company is Kenya's first commercial oyster farm, committed to cultivating premium sustainable oysters while creating inclusive economic opportunities for youth and coastal communities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating farming activities, supervising staff, maintaining farm infrastructure, ensuring biosecurity and compliance, and supporting growth and innovation in operational systems. Through regenerative aquaculture practices and conservation-conscious operations, the company aims to become a leader in the blue economy. This is a full-time position that requires working in physically demanding environments and variable weather conditions. Farm Operations Management:...

Job title Conservation Campaigner - Ocean Program. Company Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society - British Columbia (CPAWS-BC). Description of the job CPAWS-BC seeks a Conservation Campaigner for the Ocean Program to support advocacy work to establish marine protected areas (MPAs) and ensure they meet high conservation standards. Reporting to the Conservation Director, Ocean Program, this role works closely with the Ocean Program team, Executive Director, other CPAWS-BC staff, contractors, and external partners. The Campaigner will lead specific campaigns while supporting team members on others. Using the Ocean Program's strategic goals and vision, the Campaigner will identify campaign needs and execute strategies to deliver meaningful conservation outcomes. CPAWS-BC is part of one of Canada's oldest non-profit conservation groups. They have been defending lands and waters in BC since 1978 and are dedicated to keeping BC's natural environment thriving forever....

Job title PhD in Deep-Sea Genomics and Biodiversity Discovery. Company The University of Western Australia - Minderoo OceanOmics Centre at UWA. Description of the job The University of Western Australia seeks a motivated PhD candidate to join the Minderoo OceanOmics Centre (UWA Oceans Institute) for a PhD focused on pushing the limits of environmental DNA (eDNA) in deep-sea environments. Context: The deep sea harbours the majority of Earth's biosphere yet remains underrepresented in genomics and biodiversity datasets and reference data repositories. Environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding has transformed biodiversity assessment, but its efficacy in the deep sea is constrained by two key limitations: (1) reference DNA sequence databases are sparsely populated for deep-sea taxa and (2) primer sets not optimised for targeting deep-sea taxa. As a result, much of the signal that is recovered using traditional eDNA metabarcoding approaches remains unclassified or...

Job title  Program Manager – NSW Coastal. Company OzFish Unlimited. Description of the job OzFish Unlimited seeks an experienced Regional and Program Manager for the NSW Coastal team based in NSW. OzFish is a national NGO dedicated to helping millions of Aussie recreational fishers to take action for the health of their waterways and shore up the future of the sport they love. OzFish partners with fishers, stakeholders and the broader community to invest resources into restoring habitats and waterways, counteracting decades of degradation. This full-time fixed-term position for 2 years offers the opportunity to lead strategic initiatives and manage a significant team focused on aquatic habitat restoration. Working under the direction of the Director – Habitat Programs, the successful candidate will set and implement strategy for the NSW Coastal region, manage a team of up to 8 people, oversee multiple restoration projects, and ensure positive...

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...