Curious about the ecosystem and its problems? Gain first-hand knowledge about the world and its systems by partaking in this online course offered by the Open University. Some of the key topics to be covered, will be among many others: Introduction to the concept of an ecosystem and the problems of scoping a useable definition; Studying examples of adaptations to particular habitats and extreme conditions, displayed by animals and plants…

The Pupu Rangi Nature Sanctuary welcomes volunteers interested in environmental conservation especially forests to join the team in New Zealand. The volunteer program comprises of the following components: Conservation work in the forest; Manual work around the sanctuary; Sightseeing around the region. Key tasks include, among many others: Weeding and maintaining the herb garden; Landscaping; Chopping wood, cutting and marking tracks; Kiwi…

The Doctoral Program in Conservation and Management of Natural Resources at the Universidad de Los Lagos (Chile) offers a limited number of special fellowships. It is opened to professionals interested in pursuing an academic career orientated towards autonomous scientific investigation and teaching, at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, in the area of management and conservation of aquatic and terrestrial biological resources.

The Rachel Carson Center for Environment and Society (RCC's) invites applications for its 2019–20 cohort of postdoctoral and senior fellows. The RCC’s fellowship program is designed to bring together excellent scholars from a variety of countries and disciplines who are working in the fields of environment and society. In this application round, the RCC is offering thematic fellowships on the following three topics: Urban Environments; Unmaking…

This course is an introduction to ecology and ecosystem dynamics using a systems thinking lens. Through a case study on Mozambique's Gorongosa National Park, learners will explore how scientists study ecosystems, and investigate the complex array of factors that inform management efforts. The syllabus will cover topics such as, among many others: Ecosystem Recovery; Population Studies; Species Coexistence; Ecosystem as a System.

The Biodiversity and Protected Area Management Programme (BIOPAMA) aims to improve the long-term conservation and sustainable use of natural resources in African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries, in protected and conserved areas and surrounding communities. International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is seeking a Technical Officer. The Technical Officer, BIOPAMA Regional Resource Hub for Biodiversity and Protected Areas will be…

Waterford Institute of Technology has opened the admissions for Bsc in Agricultural Science. Take the opportunity and apply for this degree. Key courses will be, among many others: Agriculture and the Environment; Plant Biology; Soils Management; Food Traceability & Bio-analysis.

The Asian School of the Environment (ASE) at Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU); seeks to hire an Assistant Professor as part of a targeted initiative to expand ecological and environmental research in Southeast Asia. Research interests may include but are not limited to; Plant-soil-microbial interactions; Mycorrhizal and Soil microbial ecology; Plant-soil interactions and feedbacks; The decomposer subsystem, or microbial or organic…

Los cursos de campo son una oportunidad única para explorar diferentes áreas de la biodiversidad, aprender de científicos de renombre a nivel mundial y comprender mejor la biodiversidad de los diferentes ecosistemas presentes en el Perú. Los objetivos del curso de campo de biología y conservación de cuevas son: Ofrecer al alumno las definiciones de ambiente subterráneo, los organismos que evolucionaron en él y sus especializaciones ecológicas y…

Interested in the thin skin of soil that mantles the land surface of the earth? Then why not study Agriculture at the University of New England. Areas of specialisations include, among many others: Animal science, genetics and animal breeding; Agricultural and resource economics; Agronomy and soil science.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers a masters program in Ecology. This VU masters’ programme in Ecology and Evolution has an explicit research-oriented character and is designed to provide its students the knowledge, skills and insights to operate as an independent professional scientist in the fields of ecology and evolution. Key topics include, among many others: Developmental Biology; Ecological Data Analysis; Ecosystem Services and Scientific…

Ce MOOC est résumée autour de 3 axes (Ecosystèmes et biodiversité; Dynamique des milieux; Institutions, acteurs, sociétés et territoires) et son parcours thématique contient les chapitres suivants: Physique de l'Océan; Biodiversité; Dynamiques actuelles; Enjeux pour les zones côtières; Océans et sociétés/ Deux niveaux de difficulté sont proposés selon les contenus de ce parcours : le niveau "Débutant" s'adresse aux apprenants de niveau Bac à Bac…

This course offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and Coursera provides the basis of the water-energy-food nexus and transdisciplinary thinking. The course is intended to equip one with skills to inter alia : Detect and quantify dependence on non-renewable resources Externalization of environmental problems to other societies and ecosystems; Evaluate the state-of-play of a given community or country and to evaluate possible solutions…

NIRAS has been shortlisted for the KfW supported Provision of Consultancy Services for the implementation of the Lake Victoria Basin Integrated Water Resources Management Programme. As such, Niras is soliciting applications for the International Junior Expert position. Key responsibilities will be, among many others: Provide technical and operation support to the Short Term Consultants; Assist in the design and establishment of all required…

The University of Oklahoma is seeking a Research Fellow to work on research projects relating to the geographical ecology of stream and rivers, with an emphasis on intermittently flowing systems.

This e-course provides an overview of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), a unique international organization that is dedicated to safeguarding the global environment. By completing this e-course, you will gain knowledge of the GEF’s mission, history and institutional structure. You will understand the organizing principles and areas of work in the 7th GEF replenishment period (GEF-7). You will also learn about key cross cutting issues; the…

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is seeking a Natural Resources Officer. Key Functions include, among others: Supports the implementation of the FAO environmental and social safeguards policy and procedures, as well as stakeholder engagement, disclosure and grievance handling in projects and programmes; Provides technical support to project implementation teams to ensure compliance with FAO's environmental and social…

The Society for Ecological Restoration SER2019 Organizing Committee is now inviting presentations for the 8th World Conference on Ecological Restoration. Abstracts are welcomed for any one of the presentation types addressing issues related to; Ecological restoration science; Practice or policy; Social, cultural, and economic aspects of restoration.

The International Soil Reference and Information Centre (ISRIC) Spring School aims to introduce participants to the soils of the world, soil classification, soil databases, software for soil data analysis and digital soil mapping in two five-day courses that are run in parallel. What are the two courses about? World Soils and their Assessment (WSA) This is a course on the soils of the world and their assessment. It will provide an introduction to…

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is offering an internship in biodiversity conservation to support the work and projects of the IUCN Global Species Programme in Europe.The internship is unpaid but expenses for public transport and lunch are covered (monthly MOBIB card + 5 EUR/day for meals).

Environmental sustainability is the way of the future. With the ever-increasing trend to reduce waste and emissions, increase energy efficiency and minimise practices that may threaten our natural resources, more and more organisations are realising the importance of environmental management and implementing environmental initiatives as core values into their business plans. This course provides extensive professional training for environmental…

Agrilida offers students the opportunity to intern in the field of agriculture in Denmark. The interns get the opportunity to work on various rotations. Key tasks, will be among many others: Assist with farm activities; Collaborate with colleagues to deliver projects results; Assist in organizing events and development projects.

The School of Field Studies (SFS) program on Biodiversity Conservation and Development, located in the Amazon region of Peru seeks an enthusiastic, team-oriented individual to serve as part of a residential team of faculty and staff. Key responsibilities include, among many others: Deliver the Political Ecology of Development Landscapes course during the fall and spring semesters; Contribute to student learning in the areas of conservation…

The European Forest Institute is seeking a Forest & Land Use Governance Expert for its REDD Team based at the Kuala Lumpur project office in Malaysia. Key Tasks and Responsibilities, include among others: Support EU REDD Facility work in Lao PDR, Vietnam and Thailand and at the regional level, in particular assistance to work on legality, trade and forest conversion; Carry out analysis of forest and land use governance challenges and inform…

This programme is designed to assist both existing professionals working within environment and development spheres, and people moving into international and national-level organisations and agencies promoting sustainable development. Key courses will include, among many others: Understanding sustainable development: Climate change adaptation; Urban sustainability; Water and land management for sustainable development.