Voluntariado con guacamayos en Costa Rica (con alojamiento y manutención)

Voluntariado en reintroducción de guacamayos escarlatas - Wild Sun Rescue Center, Península de Nicoya, Costa Rica - 9 meses mínimo - Alojamiento y comidas incluidos

Location: Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

Organization: Wild Sun Rescue Center

Contract Type: Volunteer position - minimum 9-month commitment

Main Description:
Support the reintroduction project of scarlet macaws (Ara macao macao) on the Nicoya Peninsula. This position involves direct participation in wildlife rehabilitation and ecosystem restoration, providing hands-on conservation experience with these iconic birds.

Requirements:

• Fluent English (Spanish highly desirable)
• Strong interest in wildlife and conservation
• Ability to work in a team
• Long-term commitment (minimum 9 months)
• High level of physical fitness

Benefits/Conditions:

• On-site accommodation provided
• Three daily prepared meals included
• Hands-on experience in wildlife rehabilitation
• Continuous training and mentorship from experienced professionals

How to Apply:
Send CV and cover letter to: emily@wildsunrescue.org

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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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Postdoc en oncología translacional (Madrid)

Staff Scientist / Postdoctoral Researcher en oncología translacional - Hospital 12 de Octubre, Madrid, España - Posición estable non-PI track - Tumores gastrointestinales y neuroendocrinos

Location: Madrid, Spain

Organization: Fundación Investigación Biomédica Hospital 12 de Octubre (IMAS12)

Contract Type: Stable postdoctoral position (Non-PI Track)

Main Description: Stable postdoctoral researcher position in experimental translational oncology. Focus on molecular tumor biology, advanced preclinical models, and clinical research in gastrointestinal and neuroendocrine tumors. Development and validation of novel therapeutic strategies.

Requirements:

• PhD in Biomedical Research or related field
• Extensive experience in cell culture with solid knowledge in functional and cytotoxic assays, primary cultures and organoids
• Extensive experience in Molecular Biology techniques and handling of human samples (tissues and fluids)
• Previous experience in animal experiments (xenograft and PDX models)
• Demonstrated ability to perform experimental protocols and procedures
• High level of English

Benefits/Conditions: Stable position in non-PI track

How to Apply: Send CV, cover letter and two references to: bsoldevilla.imas12@h12o.es; rolinferrer.imas12@h12o.es

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Científico permanente en oceanografía ártica en Groenlandia

Scientist in Oceanography and Marine Ecosystem Monitoring - Greenland Climate Research Centre, Nuuk, Greenland - Permanent position - Deadline 15 April 2026

Location: Nuuk, Greenland

Organization: Greenland Climate Research Centre (GCRC) at the Greenland Institute of Natural Resources

Contract Type: Permanent position

Main Description: Permanent research position as Principal Investigator of the MarineBasis Zackenberg monitoring program. Responsibilities include planning annual field campaigns in the Zackenberg area, management of long-term monitoring data, development of interdisciplinary research projects, and analysis of marine and climate processes in Arctic ecosystems.

Requirements:

• PhD in physical oceanography or related marine discipline
• Solid scientific track record in physical oceanography or Arctic marine monitoring
• Strong publication record in international peer-reviewed journals
• Proven ability to attract external funding
• Experience in marine or environmental monitoring programs
• Experience in interdisciplinary and international collaboration
• Experience with large long-term datasets
• Strong organizational skills

Benefits/Conditions:

• Salary according to collective agreement between the Government of Greenland and authorized negotiating organization
• Access to rental accommodation during the first year of employment
• Right to travel to and from work
• Right to relocate household goods

How to Apply: Submit application, CV, educational certificates and relevant documents through the online portal (email applications not accepted). For more information contact: Malene Simon Hegelund, masi@natur.gl, +299 548977

Deadline: 15 April 2026

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Lidera tu propio grupo de investigación en ecología del cambio global (Alemania)

Junior Research Group Leader en Ecología de la Novedad - Universidad de Göttingen, Alemania - 6 años - TV-L E14 (100%) + presupuesto independiente - Deadline 19 abril 2026

Location: Göttingen, Germany

Organization: Department of Conservation Biology, University of Göttingen

Contract Type: Junior Research Group Leader - 6-year temporary contract with mid-term evaluation (Dorothea Schlözer Programme for early-career female academics)

Main Description: Leadership position to establish and lead an independent research group focused on Ecological Novelty within the framework of global change biology, ecology, biodiversity conservation, and sustainability science. The position offers the opportunity to develop an internationally recognized research programme in a vibrant academic environment.

Requirements:

• PhD in relevant field (global change biology, ecology, biodiversity conservation or related disciplines)
• Exceptional research track record
• Leadership capacity and vision to develop an internationally recognized research programme
• Excellent command of English
• Teaching experience preferable

Benefits/Conditions:

• Salary: TV-L E14 (100%)
• Additional researcher position (TV-L E13, 50%)
• Independent annual budget
• Start-up funding
• Administrative support
• Access to laboratory facilities
• Coaching and career development support
• Vibrant research environment at prestigious university

How to Apply: Submit application through the University of Göttingen application portal: https://obp.uni-goettingen.de/en-us/OBF/Index/76358

For inquiries, contact Prof. Johannes Kamp: johannes.kamp@uni-goettingen.de

More info: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/415857

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Cuida pingüinos en Australia

Penguin Keeper - Merlin Entertainments - Acuario de Melbourne, Australia - Cuidado y bienestar de pingüinos

Location: Australia

Organization: Merlin Entertainments

Contract Type: Permanent position

Main Description:
Penguin Keeper position at an entertainment park. Responsible for daily care, feeding, and welfare of penguins.

Requirements:

• Previous experience with animals
• Background in marine biology or zoology preferred
• Physical capacity for fieldwork tasks

How to Apply:
Apply through Merlin Entertainments careers portal: https://careers-anz-merlinentertainments.icims.com/jobs/11910/penguin-keeper/job

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Data Scientist en proyecto marino europeo (Mallorca)

Data Scientist para proyecto OSTrails (Horizon Europe) - SOCIB, Palma de Mallorca, España - Contrato hasta enero 2027 - Deadline próximo

Location: Palma, Mallorca, Spain

Organization: Sistema de Observación Costero de las Illes Balears (SOCIB)

Contract Type: Full-time research contract linked to the OSTrails project (Horizon Europe). Fixed-term contract until January 31, 2027.

Main Description: SOCIB is seeking a Data Scientist to join the OSTrails project, a Horizon Europe-funded initiative focused on coastal observation systems in the Balearic Islands.

Requirements:

• Specialized degrees in technical competencies
• Scientific publications, courses, or certificates demonstrating participation in research projects
• Technical report or portfolio demonstrating practical application of skills

Benefits/Conditions:

• Research contract position
• Start date: maximum May 1, 2026
• Contract duration until January 31, 2027

How to Apply: Send via email to rrhh@socib.es including the job title in the subject line:

• Detailed CV with education and experience
• Mandatory documentation
• Justification of merits
• Motivation letter

More information: https://www.socib.es

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Investigador asociado en sistemática de arañas - UNAM, México

Faculty Position en sistemática de arañas (Araneae) - Instituto de Biología, UNAM, Ciudad de México - Tenure-track - Deadline 27 abril 2026

Location: Mexico City, México

Organization: Instituto de Biología, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)

Contract Type: Full-time tenure-track faculty position (Investigador/a Asociado/a C)

Main Description: The position focuses on systematic biology of spiders (Araneae), including species discovery, classification, and phylogenetic relationships using genomic data and comparative phylogenetic tools. The successful candidate will have access to national biological collections and will be expected to conduct fieldwork, teach, and supervise students.

Requirements:

• PhD in zoology, arachnology, systematics, or evolution
• Postdoctoral experience preferred
• Minimum 3 years research experience in phylogenetic systematics and evolution of Araneae
• Experience with biological collections
• Field work experience
• Teaching and supervision skills
• Spanish fluency (for non-native speakers)
• Age limit: women ≤39 years, men ≤37 years

Benefits/Conditions: Full-time tenure-track position with access to national biological collections

How to Apply: Send application documents to sacademica@ib.unam.mx with copy to secacad_vl@ib.unam.mx. Required documents: CV, research description (2 pages), research plan (10 pages), cover letter (2 pages), proof of age, and 3 academic recommendation letters (for shortlisted candidates).

Full details: https://www.ib.unam.mx/ibunam/Convocatoria_Inv_Araneae_28Feb26.pdf

Deadline: April 27, 2026

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