CCMAR/TSI/Research Technician W/M | Biology/Marine Ecology Job Faro North Carolina USA,Science

Position: CCMAR/TSI/07/2026 | Research Technician [W/M] | Biology/ Marine Ecology | 1 Vacancy
Location: Faro

Research Technician [W/M]

The Centre of Marine Sciences of the Algarve (CCMAR) is opening one (01) position for a Research Technician (M/F) (Técnico/a Superior de Investigação) in the field of biology/marine ecology to satisfy temporary needs under an uncertain term employment contract. The selected candidate will support the work carried out within research project CTS_S-ECO-18G/2025: ECO-CERCO:
Serviços de investigação em Ecologia:
Monitorização de interações de espécies marinhas protegidas e a pescaria de cerco.

The main responsibilities include:

Research in fisheries ecology, involving onboard monitoring of purse seine fishing operations and their interactions with protected marine species (cetaceans, seabirds, and marine reptiles);
Activities include the systematic collection of operational data, recording interactions with marine megafauna, and applying standardised scientific observation protocols;
The role also includes providing technical support to fishers in the implementation of reporting tools (mobile application), and direct participation onboard in operational settings, contributing to improving the quality and consistency of the data collected within the Sardinha
2030 project.

Monthly Gross Salary and other benefits: €1,499.15, plus inclusion in CCMAR's group life insurance policy and the possibility to join the group health insurance scheme (co-funded 50% by CCMAR and 50% by the employee).

Application submission process and documents:
Only applications submitted through the CCMAR website will be considered: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applications are correctly submitted only after the candidate has received a confirmation e-mail from CCMAR. Applications in Portuguese must include:

Motivation letter in Portuguese;

Detailed CV in Portuguese, including the confirmation of a valid driving license;

Copy of the Master's degree certificate;

Email contacts of up to three references.

Non-compliance with these documents/information determines the immediate rejection of the application.

Requirements:

Master's degree certificate in Biology, Marine Biology, or related fields;

Good knowledge of databases and data organisation (Excel);

Fluency in Portuguese, both spoken and written, is mandatory;

Field experience: proven experience in fisheries fieldwork or at-sea observation is highly valued. The selected candidate must be available and able to participate in onboard activities on purse seine fishing vessels, often under physically demanding conditions;

Valid driving license and access to a personal vehicle, to ensure availability for fieldwork and travel to coastal areas.

Non-compliance with these requirements invalidates the application. Provision of false documentation will be punished by law.

The ideal profile would include the following:

Qualifications:

Master's degree in Biology, Marine Biology, or related fields.

Experience and Skills:

Good knowledge of databases and data organisation (Excel);

Fluency in Portuguese, both spoken and written, is mandatory;

Valid driving licence and access to a personal vehicle, to ensure availability for fieldwork and travel to coastal areas;

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, particularly in engaging with fishing communities;

Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team;

Flexibility for travel and fieldwork under varying conditions.

Working contract conditions: uncertain term employment contract expected to start in July 2026.

Working

Schedule:

35 hours weekly.

Working Place: CCMAR and other locations required for the performance of duties, namely, but not exclusively, fishing campaigns that will take place along the southern and southwestern coasts of Portugal, from Vila Real de Santo António to Sines. Travel expenses will be covered by the project.

Application Period: between the 30th April 2026 and 29th May 2026 at 23:59 (Lisbon time, Portugal).

CCMAR​/TSI​/Research Technician W​/M | Biology​/Marine Ecology

CCMAR/TSI/Research Technician W/M | Biology/Marine Ecology