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UNIVERSIDAD DE LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA Organisation/Company: UNIVERSIDAD DE LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA

Research Field: Environmental science » Water science

Biological sciences » Biology

Job Status: Permanent Full-time

Contract: Permanent

Starting Date: 21 May 2026

Note: Not funded by an EU programme Offer Description The Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC) invites applications for a Researcher (ICP2, MECES 3) position within the research line Artisanal Fisheries and Fish Behaviour. The position is associated with the research project: “Study on the effectiveness of light devices in reducing elasmobranch bycatch in artisanal gillnet fisheries in the Canary Islands – ILUMINA” (Project reference: FB2025-ILUMINA). The project is funded by the Fundación Biodiversidad under the Pleamar Programme, co‑financed by the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF/FEMPA).

The contract is permanent and financed until 15 January 2028. The successful candidate will work in the Canary Islands, specifically in Gran Canaria, Tenerife and La Palma, participating in research activities focused on reducing elasmobranch bycatch in artisanal fisheries. Main Responsibilities - Design and implementation of experimental protocols to evaluate fishing gear modifications.

- Participation in sampling campaigns and onboard fisheries monitoring.
- Collection, organization and analysis of biological and fisheries data.
- Identification of marine species, especially elasmobranchs.
- Statistical analysis using software such as Excel, R and QGIS.
- Development and management of structured databases.
- Support in scientific interpretation of results.
- Contribution to technical and scientific reports.




- Coordination and participation in workshops with fishers and fishing guilds.
- Monitoring collaborating fishing vessels.
- Collection of qualitative information regarding fisheries management improvements.
- Biological sample processing and biometric measurements of species of fisheries interest.
- Participation in dissections and biological analyses.
- Preparation of dissemination materials and outreach activities.
- Contribution to scientific and technical publications derived from the project.

Qualifications Specific Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in Marine Sciences or related disciplines - Master’s degree related to fisheries or marine biology Mandatory requirements - Experience in fisheries research or marine ecology - Participation in at least 3 projects related to fisheries assessment, marine resources evaluation, or elasmobranch ecology.

- Experience in marine fieldwork - Participation in at least 3 projects involving onboard sampling campaigns, collaboration with fisheries sectors, or elasmobranch tagging.
- Scientific or technical production - Author or co‑author of at least 5 publications related to marine biodiversity, species conservation, or fisheries management (at least one as first author).
- Diving qualification - Minimum certification level: Divemaster.
- Languages - English level B2 or higher.
- Spanish level Excellent.

Working Conditions - Contract type: Permanent linked to research project funding - Working schedule: Monday to Friday, 08:00��15:30 - Workplace: Office B-203.1, Basic Sciences Building, Tafira Campus, ULPGC - Monthly salary: €1,886.85 gross - Starting date: 1 June 2026 Company/Institute: Office B-203.1, Basic Sciences Building, Tafira Campus, ULPGC, Las Palmas, 35017, Spain

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📌 Researcher Artisanal Fisheries and Fish Behaviour (Las Palmas de Gran Canaria)
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