Research Assistant - land birds

Application deadline: october 30, 2026

We are seeking a Research Assistant for the “Conservation of threatened populations of small landbirds” project. The role involves searching for and monitoring bird nests, evaluating methods to control the avian vampire fly, and helping coordinate conservation activities on Santa Cruz and other islands. The data generated will support innovative strategies to protect Galapagos landbirds at greatest risk of extinction. We are looking for a motivated professional with experience working with birds and conducting fieldwork, committed to conserving Galapagos biodiversity.

JUNIOR SHARK RESEARCHER

Application deadline: november 10, 2026

We are seeking a motivated professional committed to the conservation of sharks and marine ecosystems of the Galapagos Marine Reserve (GMR) and wider Eastern Tropical Pacific. The activities conducted by the Junior Researcher will generate high-quality scientific outcomes that will assist improving knowledge about shark populations in the Ecuadorian Exclusive Economic Zones (EEEZ), including the Galapagos Islands.

SENIOR RESEARCHER - Environmental Geography

Application deadline: november 30, 2026

We are seeking a motivated professional committed to the restoration and conservation of terrestrial ecosystems in the Galapagos Islands. The Senior Researcher in Environmental Geography will lead the development and implementation of spatial planning and remote monitoring strategies for the Charles Darwin Foundation’s Ecological Restoration Program. Through geospatial analysis, fieldwork, and high-quality scientific research, the successful candidate will support the prioritization of restoration areas, biodiversity monitoring, and the strengthening of ecological resilience across the archipelago.

Junior Researcher - Ecological Restoration

Application deadline: november 30, 2026

We are seeking a motivated professional committed to the restoration and conservation of terrestrial ecosystems in the Galapagos Islands. The Junior Researcher will support ecosystem monitoring and the assessment of restoration interventions within the Charles Darwin Foundation’s Ecological Restoration Program, with a focus on Floreana Island. Through fieldwork, biodiversity monitoring, and ecological data analysis, the successful candidate will contribute to high-quality scientific outcomes that inform restoration efforts and strengthen ecological resilience across the archipelago.

Director of Human Resources

Application deadline: november 15, 2026

The Charles Darwin Foundation is seeking a seasoned, steady and strategic Director of Human Resources to lead our people function as a true partner to the Executive Director and the leadership team. Leading a team of four, the HR Director will shape and deliver a people strategy that serves CDF's mission and Strategic Plan: attracting, developing and retaining the talent our science and conservation work depends on, strengthening a healthy and collaborative organizational culture, and ensuring sound compliance with Ecuadorian labor law and the Galapagos Special Law.