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OPEN POSITIONS Assistant Researcher | Biological Sciences (Earth Sciences, Ecology) Application deadline: August 31, 2024 More info: https://lnkd.in/dd75gnJY Senior Designer/Art Direct Position Application deadline: July 11, 2024 More info: https://lnkd.in/dT7EbhUJ Lab Technician | Molecular Biology Application deadline: July 26, 2024 More info: https://lnkd.in/dJcYD74U

OPEN CALLS PhD Studentships | Biological Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, Forest Engineering and Agronomy or related areas The Mértola Biological Station Association (EBM) is opening a Call for 4 (four) PhD studentship grants in the areas of Biological Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, Forest Engineering and Agronomy or related areas, complying with the provisions of the FCT Regulation for Studentships and Fellowships (RBI) and the Research Fellowship Holder Statute (EBI). The scholarship will be funded by Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia, I.P. (FCT) under the Financing Collaboration Protocol of the Multiannual Plan for Research Scholarships for PhD Students, signed between FCT and the R&D Unit, Mértola Biological Station Ass, N.º 14442 The research activities will be developed in Mértola Biological Station Ass, which will be the host institutions of the grantee, without prejudice to the work that may be carried out in collaboration with other institutions. The research activities leading to a doctoral degree for the selected scholarship holders must be part of the activity plan and strategy of the Associação Estação Biológica de Mértola (https://ebmertola.pt/), and must be developed under the scope of the Doctoral Programs of Portuguese Universities. Application deadline: July 01, 2024 Full announcement: https://lnkd.in/dj386AhC #CIBIO_InBIO #openposition

OPEN POSITIONS Assistant Researcher | Biological Sciences Application deadline: July 01, 2024 More info: https://lnkd.in/ddce4YnX Research fellowship | Entomology Application deadline: June 21, 2024 More info: https://lnkd.in/dv5QddWd Research fellowship | Entomology Application deadline: June 21, 2024 More info: https://lnkd.in/dq8_49Hz

OPEN POSITION Post-doctoral Research Fellowship | Biological Sciences (or related scientific fields) A Post-doctoral Research Fellowship (BIPD) (Reference BIOPOLIS 2024-26) on the scope of the BIODIVERSA+ project INSPIRE – ‘ INtegrated Spatial PlannIng across REalms for biodiversity conservation and human development in a context of change’, funded by Biodiversa+, the European Biodiversity Partnership under the 2021-2022 BiodivProtect joint call for research proposals, and co-funded by National Funds through FCT-Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (DivProtect/0008/2021, doi 10.54499/DivProtect/0008/2021) at Associação BIOPOLIS to contribute to the spatial conservation planning of the Tagus basin and coastal adjacent area, accounting for multi-objectives and dynamic conditions, with Silvia Carvalho as scientific coordinator. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Biology or a related scientific field. They should demonstrate previous experience with biogeographic data analysis in a spatial context using geographic information systems (GIS) or R programming language, and particularly using species distribution modelling. Knowledge of spatial conservation planning tools will be valued (Maxent or Zonation). Previous experience in R programming is mandatory. Relevant publication records will be valued, particularly in the areas of biogeography and/or ecological modeling. Proficiency in spoken and written English is key. The candidates must hold a PhD degree obtained in the three years prior to the date of submission of the application for the fellowship; The Post-doctoral research must be carried out in a different host entity from the one where the research work that led to the attribution of PhD degree was carried out. Application deadline: May 31, 2024 Full announcement: https://lnkd.in/dkmi79G7

OPEN POSITION Junior Researcher | Biological Sciences Associação BIOPOLIS opens an international call for PhD holder Researchers, under a non-fixed work contract with an expect duration of 2 year. This announcement is intended to 1 (one) Junior Researcher position (Reference BIOPOLIS 2024-25) to pursue scientific research activities in the project BIOINTERACT (2022.02887.PTDC) funded by national funds via FCT, focused on the analysis of biological interactions under environmental change is available at CIBIO/Associação We seek candidates with (i) experience in taxonomy and biodiversity of European coastal organisms; (ii) experience in working with ecology and physiology of seaweeds; (iii) experience in fieldwork on rocky shores under harsh conditions and skills regarding the logistics involving fieldwork at continental scales (independence, resilience, selfreliance); (iv) excellent communication skills in English (verbal and written); (v) experience in molecular tools applied to seaweeds; (vi) experience in participating in international research projects; (vii) experience in publishing peer-reviewed research papers (viii) solid work ethics and good teamwork skills and finally; (ix) driver’s license valid in Europe at the time of the start of the project and availability to work outside regular working hours (weekends and holidays). Application deadline: May 29, 2024 Full announcement: https://lnkd.in/dFZgTWE3

OPEN POSITION Assistant Researcher | Biological Sciences (Ecology, Ecological Restoration, Rewilding) We are seeking to recruit an Assistant Researcher (Reference BIOPOLIS 2024-24) within the project wildE (HORIZON-CL5-2022-D1-02-05, Grant Agreement No. 101081251), funded by the European Union through the Horizon Europe Framework Programme. The project wildE (https://lnkd.in/eN54wXgb) introduces climate-smart rewilding as an innovative restoration approach to create climate benefits while also addressing other socio-environmental needs. The project gathers a multi-disciplinary team of leading European experts to develop a research and innovation programme addressing the climate-biodiversity nexus in tight association with the socio-economic dimension of large-scale restoration. The team will also project scenarios to assess Europe’s rewilding potentials under diverse land-use and climate change futures. wildE will (i) generate comprehensive case-comparative data on European rewilding trends and outcomes, (ii) quantify the net social, economic and environmental benefits, synergies and trade-offs related to rewilding and alternative land-use options; (iii) develop cutting-edge projections for future land use and climate scenarios; and (iv) develop tangible and readily accessible decision-support and management guidelines to enable policymakers, conservation managers, communities, and the private sector to co-construct climate-smart rewilding strategies as effective nature-based solutions (NbS) for meeting the EU’s climate and biodiversity targets. Embedded within an ambitious stakeholder engagement, communications programme, wildE research will enable climate-smart rewilding as operational large-scale NbS to effectively foster the natural capacity of Europe’s ecosystems for climate change mitigation, adaptation and biodiversity support. The position holder will carry out research activities related to the participation of BIOPOLIS-CIBIO in wildE, namely: (i) development of two rewilding case studies (Sabor and Antarr); (ii) field collection of biological data; (iii) assessment of the preferences and attitudes of stakeholders in relation to contrasting rewilding scenarios; (iv) synthesis and integration of knowledge generated by wildE case studies across Europe; and (v) and analysis of data collected and co-production of scientific publications. The position holder is also expected to collaborate in the general development of the project, including participation in meetings, communication and dissemination activities, production and revision of deliverables, among others. Application deadline: May 24, 2024 Full announcement: https://lnkd.in/dP39WVY3

OPEN POSITION Research Technician | Biological Sciences (Behavioural Sciences) One fixed-term work contract to a MSc holder laboratory technician (Reference BIOPOLIS 2024-23) is available at CIBIO-InBIO, through BIOPOLIS Associação, funded by the project "Neurobiology of avian social networks: short- and long-term effects in a wild avian model (reference PTDC/BIA-COM/2644/2020)”, financed by national funds through FCT/MCTES. The candidate will carry out research activities in the area of Biological Sciences and subarea of Behavioural Sciences, under a work contract for a fixed term. The candidate is expected to assist in all research associated with the project described above, which will involve keeping birds of the species Estrilda astrild in outdoor and in indoor aviaries, maintaining an electronic system to monitor the birds, periodically measuring morphology, ornamental colour and behaviour, perform behavioural and neuroendocrinology experiments, aid in laboratory tasks and keeping associated databases. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with members of the Behavioural Ecology Research Group (BE) at CIBIO. Application can be submitted by candidates of any nationality holding a MsC degree in biology or related areas. We seek candidates with i) experience with common waxbills (Estrilda astrild) or other passerine birds; ii) experience with maintaining birds in research aviaries; iii) experience with hormones and neuropeptides; iv) experience managing and analysing large databases. The candidate’s scientific and professional curriculum profile must be suited for the position. Application deadline: May 16, 2024 Full announcement: https://lnkd.in/dQ7QhHfm

Biopolis-CIBIO has just launched the project "The diary of a scientist" in partnership with the Público newspaper This innovative project in Portugal aims to celebrate the curiosity that drives the scientific process, while promoting science communication and bringing scientists and journalists closer together. Working together, scientists and journalists will transform 26 scientific ideas related to Biology into engaging narratives for the general public. These pieces, authored by Biopolis researchers and crafted with the support of experienced journalists, will be published in PÚBLICO throughout August 2024, in print and digital format, with specially designed layouts and infographics. The Público news article on the launch of the project is available here: https://lnkd.in/dXzDW3Kn

OPEN POSITION Research Technician | Biological Sciences (Ecology and Conservation) Association BIOPOLIS (CIBIO) is opening a call for one Field Technician in the framework of the LIFE LUPI LYNX project (LLL; LIFE22-NAT-PT-LUPI LYNX/101113906). LLL is a collaborative project funded through the Programme for the Environment and Climate Action (LIFE), that aims to create suitable socio-ecological conditions for Iberian wolf and Iberian lynx in a transboundary area south of the Douro River that both species are starting to recolonize. Improving ecological conditions will include increasing the abundance of wild prey, such as wild rabbit and red-legged partridge, and improving habitat. We expect to recruit an enthusiastic and highly motivated (field) researcher from any nationality but with a good ability to speak and write Portuguese, with an MSc in Biology or Ecology or Biological Conservation, or related fields, who will be integrated into a broad international consortium of top research institutions. It is mandatory: i) previous field experience in applying methods to evaluate wild vertebrates’ distribution and abundance, ii) experience with geographic information system software, such as QGIS, iii) driving license, and experience in off-road driving conditions; iv) speak and write in Portuguese and English fluently; v) available to start work on 1st May. It will be also valued: i) previous experience specifically with methods to evaluate distribution and abundance of rabbit and/or partridge; ii) a solid background in wildlife ecology and conservation; iii) experience in designing and implementing monitoring; iv) previous experience on fieldwork in the study area located in east Portugal, v) experience in analysing presence data (particularly with Distance Sampling methods) and writing technical reports. Application deadline: April 15, 2024 Full announcement: https://lnkd.in/dHp4VWpS

OPEN POSITION Research Software Engineer We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and diligent Research Software Engineer to join the Bioinformatics Unit (BU) at BIOPOLIS/CIBIO. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for the unit and support multiple ongoing European projects, such as eDNAqua-plan, and DNAquaIMG. Required Skills and Experience: • A Master's degree (MSc) in Computer Science, Informatics, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or a similar field. • Strong programming proficiency in R and Python, with experience using R notebooks and Jupyter Notebooks. • Proven experience in designing, developing, and deploying software in R or Python. • In-depth expertise in Linux operating systems and scripting languages (Shell/Bash). • A solid understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile) and tools (e.g., Git, CI/CD). • Excellent communication and collaboration skills. • The ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a dynamic environment. • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. In addition: • 1-2 years of experience in a similar role. • Experience with containerization tools like Docker and environment management tools like Conda. • Experience with relational databases like MySQL and PostgreSQL. • Experience with web development frameworks like Django. • Relevant certifications or training in data management, data governance, bioinformatics, or related fields. Application deadline: April 21, 2024 Full announcement: https://lnkd.in/dgea3Zvd