GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, one of the leading institutions in marine research, together with the FUTURO (Future of Tropical Upwelling Regions in the Atlantic Ocean) project – centered around a large-scale, one-year field study off West Africa in the tropical Northeast Atlantic – is offering a position for a Scientific Project Manager to support this international research initiative.
This role includes project planning and coordination, financial and organizational oversight, stakeholder communication, and funding acquisition. The eligible criteria include completed university degree (preferably in natural fields), professional experience in the field as well as experience in national or international research funding, and communication skills in German and English. Experience in cooperation with African institutions is a plus.
This full-time position, with a minimum duration of 24 months, offers work-life balance support, engagement in marine and climate research areas, pension plan and beneficial benefits.
FUTURO will study the Canary Current Large Marine Ecosystem (CCLME) off West Africa – a critical marine region providing 25% of global fisheries from just 1-2% of ocean surface. The project addresses climate change impacts, acidification, and overfishing while developing sustainable practices to support West African coastal communities.
GEOMAR is focused on the global ocean and marine research and is committed to develop sustainable solutions for the protection of the ocean. They promote knowledge and technology transfer through international exchange.
Applications should be sent until 20th April 2025 under this link.
For further information and other jobs opportunities, please visit www.geomar.de.
Julia Programming Language Showcased in AIR Centre’s Earth Observation Workshop
A special episode of the Julia Dispatch podcast was recorded during the AIR Centre’s JuliaEO2024 Workshop, an event that brought together climate scientists and Earth observation specialists to discuss Julia’s growing role in environmental research.
Joint Declaration underscores AIR Centre as preeminent platform for scientific diplomacy in the Atlantic region
The XIV Brazil-Portugal Summit, held in Brasília on February 19, has marked a significant advancement in scientific collaboration between the two nations, particularly in Atlantic research initiatives.
AIR Centre and Fiocruz join forces to address Blue One Health programme
On February 19, 2025, AIR Centre and Foundation Osvaldo Cruz (Fiocruz) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance the collaboration in the Blue One Health program and fostering ties between both countries.