The German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) Halle-Jena-Leipzig is offering a position for a Postdoctoral Researcher to develop data-driven theory on the attribution of biodiversity change. Key responsibilities include, among others: Developing a conceptual framework and general methodology to guide model-building for attribution of biodiversity change to drivers; Carrying out research attributing biodiversity change to…

La Estrategia Global de Abogacía y Mercadeo/Comunicación del Programa Mundial de Alimentos (PMA) propone realizar una constante comunicación y abogacía pública que dé a conocer el trabajo realizado para alcanzar el Hambre Cero. Con el fin de dar a conocer el trabajo realizado por las diferentes unidades y cumplir con las demandas de diseño y apoyo en las diferentes unidades se requiere de un(a) asistente que apoye al área de comunicaciones. El…

The Instituto de Pesca, a scientific research institution and the São Paulo state Secretary for Agriculture and Supply, is looking for a passionate and dedicate Young Investigator interested in developing innovation within the area of Limnology for application in Aquaculture. The current research interest includes the development of scientific and technological tools in order to promote aquatic environment monitoring and sustainability of fish…

The Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF) is pleased to announce an Open Topic Tenure Track Position in Agricultural Landscape Research. This Open Topic Tenure Track Call invites applicants dynamic and highly motivated, preferably early career researchers, who conduct outstanding innovative research that falls within the ZALF research domain and contributes to any of ZALF’s Research Areas or Platforms ZALF is an active…

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) in association with its Thailand Operations Hub (THOH) is calling for applications for Peatland and Knowledge Management Specialist based in Jakarta, Indonesia. Seasonal peatland fires are now compromising Indonesia’s economic and social development by creating considerable threats to health, the environment, and the economy. In recognition of the importance of peatlands for biodiversity…

The Rothamsted International - University of Nottingham Fellowship aims to promote the exchange of vital agricultural research skills between the Future Food Beacon, Rothamsted Research and scientists from Low- to Middle- income countries. The Fellowship will support overseas scientists to train at either University of Nottingham (UoN) and/or Rothamsted Research for 6-12 months on a research project they co-develop with University of Nottingham…

The International Centre for development oriented Research in Agriculture (ICRA) supports education and capacity strengthening in agriculture and the rural sector in the developing world. Among its forms of engagement, ICRA offers specialized training courses each year. The 'Making Research Work' course allows you to solve agri-food problems with the focus on great and sustainable impact. This course helps you among many others: To identify your…

Este curso en línea está enfocado en introducir a las técnicas de exploración en Geotermia a profesionistas (de todas las Ingenierías y Licenciaturas en Geociencias, Ambientalistas, Economistas y carreras afines) interesados en las energías limpias. Les proporcionará información científica y técnica sobre las bases y nuevas corrientes para fomentar el interés en la energía geotérmica. El curso incluye temas de frontera en: Introducción a la…

Extraordinary leadership and expertise are needed to address the world’s critical environmental conditions–now and in the future. The Stanford Environmental and Water Studies Summer Scholars Program is an expansive eight-week experience that exposes students to specialized knowledge areas and shifting paradigms in environmental science and engineering. The summer curriculum comprises both introductory and advanced courses that challenge critical…

La Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) a través de la Coordinación de Universidad Abierta y Educación a Distancia (CUAED) convoca al Programa de Formación de Becarios CUAED-UNAM 2019. El Programa está dirigido a Estudiantes y egresados de licenciatura de la UNAM, y les brindará apoyo económico y de formación profesional. El objetivo del Programa es fortalecer la formación profesional de los participantes para la apropiación de la…

If you are looking to learn more about conservation, contribute to a meaningful project and spend some time in an incredible location, you don't have to look any further. Join a team of international volunteers, interns, staff members and partners as a short-term intern to assist on priority conservation projects. Whilst working with an abundance of flora and fauna you'll be living the island life, surrounded by the striking azure waters of the…

In partnership with Banco Santander, the University of Birmingham is delighted to offer postgraduate scholarships to outstanding candidates from Latin America and USA. The program is offering 4 scholarships worth £5,000 towards the cost of tuition fees for an eligible one year Masters programme (taught or research). These awards are intended for tuition fees only and cannot be used towards living costs. Funding are provided for the following…

GFA Consulting Group is currently looking for an open-minded and versatile Junior Consultant to join the Water & Sanitation Department, who will contribute towards achieving the company’s objectives. GFA Consulting Group is a German consulting companies within the framework of international development cooperation. Key responsibilities include among others: Project management, acquisition and strategic business development in water & sanitation…

The World Resources Institute Natural Infrastructure Initiative works at the intersection of environmental restoration and sustainable rural development, with a focus on ecosystem services like water security and carbon sequestration. The Internship at WRI will be based in Washington D.C. The ideal candidate will be expected to: Build their emerging portfolio of work advancing carbon sequestration in U.S. forests and agricultural lands…

La investigación, innovación y redes de comercialización en torno al cultivo de la quínoa ha sido el eje del Congreso Mundial de la Quinua, que se realiza desde 2005 en la región andina del continente y que en su séptima edición tendrá a Iquique como punto de encuentro. Son 74 conferencistas, entre charlas plenarias, exposiciones orales y charlas de saberes ancestrales, además de la exposición de pósters de temas relacionados a los ejes temáticos…

The South African Association of Botanists awards “SAAB Scholarships” to students each year. There will be 3 scholarships awarded, to the value of R10 000 each for studies at Honours level (or 4th year), in a botanically-related science field of study. There will also be 1 scholarship awarded, to the value of R40 000 for MSc studies. Please note it that the applicants must be resident in one of the SADC countries (South Africa, Namibia, Botswana…

El Gobierno de México, consciente de la necesidad de contribuir con el Instituto Interamericano de Cooperación para la Agricultura (IICA) para fortalecer las capacidades técnicas en los países de América Latina y el Caribe (ALC) en temas de alta prioridad para la agricultura, ha acordado establecer una alianza estratégica con el IICA, la que se concretará a través del Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnología (CONACYT) de ese país. Mediante dicha…

The Lund University, Centre for Environmental and Climate research welcomes applicants for a two year post doc position on nature-based solutions in cities based in Lund, Sweden mainly to focus on mapping and assessing the services NBS provide.This includes examination of the spatial distribution of NBS in selected Swedish cities and how their distribution influence ecosystem services and their contribution to meet urban challenges.

Los premios de la Conferencia se establecieron sobre la base de resoluciones de la Conferencia de la FAO, el más alto órgano rector de la Organización, durante las ediciones anteriores de la misma. El primer premio concedido en la Conferencia, en homenaje al ex Director General de la FAO B.R. Sen, se propuso ya en 1968. Se premiará: En reconocimiento a la actuación sobresaliente de los oficiales de campo durante las misiones en los países; Para…

The Organizing Committee of the Global Symposium on Soil Erosion is currently accepting abstracts that will compete for oral and poster presentations during this symposium. The extended abstracts shall be written in English, maximum 2000 words in Word format. Abstracts should address one of the following symposium themes: Use of data and assessment tools in soil erosion control Policy in action to address soil erosion The economics of soil…

The Fellows Programme is designed to attract fellows, typically PhD students, researchers and professors, who have an advanced level of relevant technical knowledge and experience in any field of the Organization. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) leads international efforts to defeat hunger and to support development in member countries in the areas of agriculture, fisheries and forestry. FAO’s mandate is to raise…

Are you a change-maker, rain-maker, ground-breaker? Do you see opportunity, where others see crisis? Do you want to change the world? Young Champions of the Earth aims to celebrate and support individuals aged between 18 and 30 who have outstanding potential to create a positive environmental impact. In 2019, seven young people – selected from every global region – will be named Young Champions of the Earth. These winners receive seed funding…

El Técnico Universitario Forestal egresado estará capacitado para: Colaborar, participar, ejecutar y supervisar operaciones y procesos de producción foresto industrial, viveros forestales; plantaciones forestales; Asistir y ejecutar en actividades de aprovechamientos de productos forestales madereros y no madereros de bosques nativos; Colaborar en el diseño y realización de actividades de enriquecimientos de bosques nativos; Operar maquinarias en…

La carrera de Ingeniería de Recursos Naturales Renovales para Zonas Áridas que se dicta en Universidad Nacional de La Rioja (UNLaR) presenta como Plan de Estudios en vigencia asignaturas como, entre otras: Biología; Recursos Forrajeros y Manejo de Pastizales en Zonas Áridas; Manejo de Bosques en Zonas Áridas; Edafología y Manejo de Suelos; Genética, Biodiversidad y Recursos Genéticos; Hidrología y Manejo de Cuencas Hidrográficas; Planeamiento y…

Volunteers are needed to join various marine and tropical wildlife conservation projects within the beautiful Nature Reserve on Cousin Island, in the Seychelles. These projects are aimed at conserving the natural environment of the island. You will be working with a leading conservation NGO from the Seychelles with a global reputation for conservation and environmental protection. They have been instrumental in projects rescuing endangered…