Marine Biology Research Fellowship (Master) - 24 Months

University of Leiria e Oeste; Portugal; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly maintenance allowance €1359.64

Personal Accident Insurance

Job summary

The University of Leiria e Oeste opens a call for 1 Research Scientific Fellowship (BI-201022) for a Master student within the MARE project, funded by INTERREG. The role focuses on ecological monitoring of kelp forests and other macroalgae habitats, with fieldwork and data analysis.

The fellowship lasts 24 months (with possible renewal up to 48 months for doctoral study cycles) starting in 2027-01, with a monthly maintenance of €1359.64 and insurance coverage.

Qualifications

• Curriculum analysis will be used to evaluate candidates.
• Research experience in marine biology and ecological monitoring is preferred.
• Proven ability to conduct fieldwork and data processing.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ecological monitoring of kelp forests and macroalgae habitats.
• Assist sampling campaigns, community characterization and processing of samples.
• Support cultivation, propagation and restoration activities for macroalgae.
• Contribute to data organization, analysis and conservation reporting.

Education

Masters enrolled in non-degree course

PhD student

Job description

The University of Leiria e Oeste opens a call for 1 Research Scientific Fellowship (BI-201022) for a Master student within the MARE project, funded by INTERREG. The role focuses on ecological monitoring of kelp forests and other macroalgae habitats, with fieldwork and data analysis.

The fellowship lasts 24 months (with possible renewal up to 48 months for doctoral study cycles) starting in 2027-01, with a monthly maintenance of €1359.64 and insurance coverage.