Organisation/Company: ASSOCIAÇÃO BIOPOLIS
Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology
Researcher Profile: Established Researcher (R3)
Positions: Postdoc Positions
Country: Portugal
Application Deadline: 21 Jan 2028 - 23:59 (Europe/Lisbon)
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 35
Offer Starting Date: 1 Mar 2025
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
Reference: BIOPOLIS 2025-03
Scientific Area: Ecology
Sub research field: Wildlife Management
UNIVERSIDADE DO PORTO
- Associação Biopolis opens an international selection procedure for the recruitment of an Assistant Researcher, under an unfixed term contract, in accordance with the Labour Code. This call is for one (1) position (Reference BIOPOLIS 2025-03), for research and development activities in the scientific area of Ecology / Wildlife Management, within the scope of the "CAÇA E BIODIVERSIDADE" INVITED CHAIR, a project funded by the Sociedade Agrícola do Vale dos Perditos and the FUNDAÇÃO PARA A CIÊNCIA E TECNOLOGIA (FCT).
Objectives:
1. Create a solid research team in the field of biology, ecology, health, genetics, management and conservation of game species;
2. Ensure the development of lines of research relevant to the preservation and enhancement of game species, especially the red partridge, the Iberian rabbit and the Iberian hare, including:
1. Deepening scientific knowledge of their biology, ecology and population dynamics.
2. Studying and optimising integrated monitoring methods: demography and health status.
3. Evaluating the impact of game management on biodiversity.
4. Contribute to the training of researchers and students, especially postgraduate students, in the areas identified, through collaboration in Masters and Doctoral Programmes.
5. Promote links between researchers, students, technicians, and managers of hunting and the environment.
6. Develop advanced training courses in related fields.
7. Promote the dissemination of knowledge through various initiatives.
8. Mobilise national and international partnerships and research initiatives.
9. Raise additional funds by preparing applications for funding programmes.
10. Contribute to the development of scientific research in the Alentejo region.
11. Encourage the establishment of an integrated monitoring network for game species.
Requirements:
1. Doctoral degree in Biological Sciences or related areas.
2. Proven ability in wildlife management and related fields.
3. Fluency in Portuguese, Spanish, and English (spoken and written).
Evaluation Criteria:
1. Integrated assessment of the candidate's curriculum trajectory.
2. Experience in research activities in the areas covered by the Chair.
3. Experience in obtaining funding and in national or international collaborations.
Application Documents:
- Motivation letter.
- A maximum of five representative works.
- Name and contact details of references.
- Other relevant documents.
For more information, please refer to the official application guidelines.
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