Ocean Conservation Job Listings
Showing 52 job opportunities in ocean conservation
State Community Advocacy Manager
5 Gyres Institute
Remote
$55,000 - $65,000
Posted: 2025-08-06
Deadline: 2025-08-29
The 5 Gyres Institute seeks a highly organized, strategic, and collaborative State Community Advocacy Manager to lead state-level advocacy and campaigns work, ensuring they are firmly grounded in...
Assistant Research Scientist II
New England Aquarium
Boston, Massachusetts, USA (Remote within MA, RI, NH, ME, NY, VT)
$24.97 - $24.98 per hour
Posted: 2025-08-01
The New England Aquarium seeks an Assistant Research Scientist to join the long-standing right whale research team as part of the Kraus Marine Mammal Conservation Program (KMMCP). This position is...
Research Scientist/Engineer 2
University of Washington - School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences
Seattle, Washington, USA
$6,521 - $7,100 per month
Posted: 2025-07-28
Deadline: 2025-08-06
The University of Washington School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences is seeking a Research Scientist/Engineer 2 for applied research related to the impacts of regulated river operations and...
Fishery and Aquaculture Officer
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Apia, Samoa
UN Professional level P-4 salary scale + benefits
Posted: 2025-08-01
Deadline: 2025-08-22
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is seeking a Fishery and Aquaculture Officer for its Subregional Office for the Pacific Islands (SAP) in Apia, Samoa. This...
Marine Debris and Ocean Conservation Fellow: Project Coordinator
Mid-Atlantic Regional Council on the Ocean (MARCO)
Mid-Atlantic Region, USA (Remote/Hybrid)
$40,000 (20 hours/week fellowship)
Posted: 2025-07-30
Deadline: 2025-08-31
The Mid-Atlantic Regional Council on the Ocean (MARCO) is seeking applications for a one-year fellowship opportunity focused on ocean conservation and marine debris prevention. This fellowship is...
Ocean Policy Officer
WWF European Policy Office
Brussels, Belgium
€3,200-3,400 gross per month + benefits
Posted: 2025-07-23
Deadline: 2025-08-15
WWF European Policy Office is looking for a full-time Ocean Policy Officer to join our ocean team. The ideal candidate should have experience in EU legislative campaigns, knowledge of...
Science-Policy Fellow, Ocean-based Climate Solutions 2025
California Ocean Science Trust (OST)
Remote (California residents only)
$65,000 per year
Posted: 2025-07-23
California Ocean Science Trust is seeking a creative and dynamic colleague to join us in strengthening the role of science to inform policy decisions on ocean-based climate solutions, such as...
Jr. Sea Turtle Research Ecologist
A.I.S., Inc. (AIS)
Woods Hole, Massachusetts
Negotiable hourly rate based on experience
Posted: 2025-07-23
Deadline: 2025-09-30
A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is a national scientific services firm supporting maritime activities requiring certification of compliance with environmental regulations as well as collecting data for use by...
Program Director North Atlantic
MSC Marine Stewardship Council
Iceland, Norway, Greenland, or Faroe Islands
Competitive salary (not specified)
Posted: 2025-07-22
Deadline: 2025-08-06
The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) is looking for an enthusiastic and driven Program Director to lead MSC's dynamic North Atlantic region, consisting of strategic fishing nations of Iceland,...
Fieldwork Technician
Project Seagrass
Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
Competitive salary (to be discussed)
Posted: 2025-07-22
Project Seagrass is a global charity working to save the world's seagrass meadows. We're on a mission to lead societal change to enable the recognition, recovery, and resilience of seagrass...
Marine Manager, Offshore Energy and Nature
Renewables Grid Initiative (RGI)
Berlin, Germany
Salary negotiable (to be specified in application)
Posted: 2025-07-21
The Renewables Grid Initiative (RGI) is seeking a resourceful Marine Manager to work on sustainability aspects related to the planning and deployment of offshore wind and grid infrastructure...
Pacific Islands Regional Marine Debris Communication and Outreach Coordinator
Lynker Corporation (NOAA Marine Debris Program)
Honolulu, Hawaii
$63,000 - $76,000 USD/year
Posted: 2025-07-19
Lynker Corporation is seeking a dynamic Pacific Islands Regional Marine Debris Communication and Outreach Coordinator to support NOAA's Marine Debris Program (MDP) within the Office of Response...
Editor
Island Institute
Rockland, Maine (Hybrid)
1,000-9,000
Posted: 2025-07-18
Island Institute is seeking an Editor to manage its publications and build a more robust presence in the digital realm. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is experienced in a...
Marine Geologist
Geoscience Australia
Australia
AUD 17,669 to 33,019
Posted: 2025-07-11
Deadline: 2025-08-10
Geoscience Australia is Australia's pre-eminent public sector geoscience organisation. We are the nation's trusted advisor on the geology and geography of Australia. We apply science and...
Director of the Ocean Decade Collaborative Center for the Blue Economy
Barcelona Nautical Capital Foundation / UNESCO
Barcelona, Spain
In line with foundation sector standards and candidate profile
Posted: 2025-07-11
Deadline: 2025-08-10
The Barcelona Nautical Capital Foundation is seeking a professional with solid international experience, strategic vision, and strong leadership skills to assume the directorship of the new Ocean...
Oceans Senior Assistant
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) US
Washington, DC
7.53 - 4.40/hr (0,100 - 2,600 annual)
Posted: 2025-07-10
Deadline: 2025-08-09
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Senior Assistant, Oceans. The Senior Assistant is based out of our Washington, DC office and is...
Community Liaison
Seabird Island Band (Sq'éwqel)
Agassiz, British Columbia, Canada
Not specified
Posted: 2025-07-09
Deadline: 2025-08-08
Seabird Island Band (Sq'éwqel) is seeking a Community Liaison to serve as the first point of contact for community concerns, driving positive relationships and innovative solutions while ensuring...
Restoration Workshop Leader
Mangrove Action Project (MAP)
Remote, plus international travel
Competitive based on location and experience
Posted: 2025-07-09
Deadline: 2025-08-10
Mangrove Action Project (MAP) is seeking a Restoration Workshop Leader to support and eventually lead Community-Based Ecological Mangrove Restoration (CBEMR) training workshops, contribute to...
Marine Program Manager
WildAid
Remote (United States)
$66,000-$100,000 annually
Posted: 2025-07-09
Deadline: 2025-08-08
WildAid is seeking a Marine Program Manager to manage day-to-day operations of the Marine Program, including fundraising, communications, budgets, projects, and coordination across sites. The...
Fisheries Research Assistant
QuanTech, Inc.
Rockville, MD (with remote work options)
Competitive hourly rate
QuanTech, Inc. seeks a Fisheries Research Assistant to collect fisheries data over the telephone for surveys sponsored by State or Federal Agencies. This temporary position offers hands-on...
International Policy Associate
Global Fishing Watch
Remote (Multiple Countries)
USD $50-70K (US) / GBP £40-50K (UK) / $20-25/hr (Argentina)
Global Fishing Watch is seeking an International Policy Associate to support our International Policy team and regional partners in demonstrating the effectiveness of transparency as an ocean...
Marine Advisor - SOMACORE LHS
GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit)
Somalia/East Africa Region
Competitive international development package
GIZ is seeking a qualified Marine Advisor for the Somalia Coastal Resilience and Livelihood Support (SOMACORE LHS) programme. This challenging position involves providing technical expertise in...
Drone Operations Manager
Island Conservation
Remote (Based in New Zealand)
$90,000 - $115,000 NZD
Island Conservation seeks an experienced and strategic Drone Operations Manager to lead and expand our drone-based restoration efforts. This position will be responsible for establishing and...
Research Fellow in Conservation Science
University of Kent - Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology (DICE)
Canterbury, UK
Competitive academic salary
The Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology (DICE) in the School of Natural Sciences is looking to recruit a marine-focused Research Fellow in Conservation Science to join the E3 Sharing...
Sea Turtle Monitor - Charleston, SC
AIS (At-Sea Observers)
Charleston, SC
Hourly rate (negotiable) + benefits after 90 days + possible lodging/per diem
Posted: 2025-06-03
Deadline: 2025-08-31
A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is seeking Sea Turtle Monitors to implement protective measures around nesting sites of sea turtles during beach construction activities in Charleston, SC. Primary...
Lead Protected Species Observer - Sunrise Wind
AIS (At-Sea Observers)
Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey (Offshore)
Hourly rate (negotiable) + meals/lodging + benefits after 30 days
Posted: 2025-06-03
Deadline: 2025-08-31
A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is recruiting Lead Protected Species Observers to observe monitoring and exclusion zones around pile driving operations for the Sunrise Wind offshore wind project. This position...
Appointment of a Non-Executive PCF Director
CMS Communications Client
UK
Posted: 2025-05-30
Marine Restoration & Engagement Officer (Wild Oysters/Stronger Shores)
Groundwork North East and Cumbria
UK
Posted: 2025-05-30
Group Marine Environmental Compliance Officer, Liverpool
Peel Ports
Liverpool
Posted: 2025-05-30
Join Our Team – Coastal Project Manager and Project Officer Roles
National Trust
UK
Posted: 2025-05-30
Coral Reef Advisory Group Coordinator
Coral Reef Advisory Group (CRAG) / Wise Oceans
American Samoa
Competitive - Government/NGO Partnership
Posted: 2025-05-27
Deadline: 2025-08-15
[2025 Update] The Coral Reef Advisory Group (CRAG) coordinates American Samoa's coral reef management efforts. CRAG is a collaboration of several local and Federal agencies. The Coordinator will...
Administration Officer – Scottish Creel Fishermen’s Federation (SCFF)
CMS Communications
Remote/Various
Posted: 2025-05-22
Administration Officer Contract type: Fixed term / Part-time: Flexible work patterns can be facilitated Closing date: 17:00 on Sunday 18th May 2025 The Scottish Creel Fishermen’s Federation (SCFF)...
INSITE Research Programme – Phase 3 tender for research
CMS Communications
Remote/Various
Posted: 2025-05-22
INSITE Research Programme – Phase 3 tender for research Contract Type: Fixed-term based on the proposed scope Start Date: From 12th September 2025 Available Funding: Submission costs should be in...
SHORLINE SURVEYS – Survey Commercial Manager – Ocean Ecology
CMS Communications
Remote/Various
Posted: 2025-05-22
Survey Commercial Manager Closing date: 6 June 2025 Full Time (40 hours) www.shorelinesurveys.com WHY SHORELINE? Established in 1998 and based in Dorset, Shoreline Surveys has built a strong...
Senior Dredging Consultant – HR Wallingford
CMS Communications
Remote/Various
Posted: 2025-05-22
Senior Dredging Consultant Closing date: Friday 6 June 2025 Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 per annum dependant on experience Location: Wallingford, Oxfordshire Ref 2025_11 At HR Wallingford, we design...
Senior / Principal Oceanographic Survey Consultant – HR Wallingford
CMS Communications
Remote/Various
Posted: 2025-05-22
Senior / Principal Oceanographic Survey Consultant Closing date: Friday 13 June 2025 Competitive salary from £45,000 dependent on capability/experience Location: Wallingford, Oxfordshire Ref...
Appointment of a Non-Executive PCF Director
CMS Communications
Remote/Various
Posted: 2025-05-22
Appointment of a Non-Executive PCF Director Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum Closing date: Monday 23 June 2025 Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum (PCF) is seeking a Non-Executive Director to become part of...
Marine Restoration & Engagement Officer (Wild Oysters/Stronger Shores) – Groundwork North East and Cumbria
CMS Communications
Remote/Various
Posted: 2025-05-22
Marine Restoration & Engagement Officer (Wild Oysters/Stronger Shores) Salary: £25,129 – £27,826 per annum, pro rata Hours: Part Time – 30 hours / 4 days per week Duration: Initial fixed term 12...
Group Marine Environmental Compliance Officer, Liverpool: Peel Ports
Peel Ports
Remote/Various
Posted: 2025-05-22
Group Marine Environmental Compliance Officer, Liverpool Closing date: 10 June 2025 Salary: Competitive Contract type: Permanent Location: Liverpool, GB, L21 1LA Are you excited by the...
Senior Climate Scientist
Union Of Concerned Scientists
Remote - US
$134,805.12
Posted: 2025-04-08
[2025 Update]
Bilingual Educator
Oceanwise
Canada
$39,000 - $42,900
Posted: 2025-04-08
[2025 Update]
PhD Fellow in Marine Biodiversity and Genomics in the Central Arctic Ocean
Norges ArkTiske Universitet
Norway
Posted: 2025-04-08
[2025 Update]
Assistant Manager, Social Media
Shedd Aqaurium
US
$60,000
Posted: 2025-04-08
[2025 Update]
Policy Associate
Run On Climate
Remote
$19/hr
Posted: 2025-04-07
[2025 Update]
Coordinator, Programs (Science and Innovation)
National Geographic Society
US
$25.12/hr - $26.45/hr
Posted: 2025-04-07
[2025 Update]
Federal Advocacy Manager
Alaska Wilderness League
US
Posted: 2025-04-07
[2025 Update]
Senior Climate Scientist
Environmental Defence Fund
US - Remote
$118,000 – $125,000
Posted: 2025-04-07
[2025 Update]
Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officer
Sussex Inshore Fisheries & Conservation Authority
UK
Posted: 2025-04-07
[2025 Update]
Technical Specialist (Marine) Eurasia
Fauna & Flora
UK
Posted: 2025-04-07
[2025 Update]
Senior Counsel
Monterey Bay Aquarium
US
$200,000-$240,000
Posted: 2025-04-07
[2025 Update]
Tips for Ocean Conservation Job Seekers
- Highlight any relevant volunteer experience or internships in the field.
- Showcase technical skills related to marine research, conservation, or policy work.
- Consider getting specialized certifications (diving, boat handling, field research methods).
- Network with professionals by joining organizations like the Society for Conservation Biology.
- Use our Resume Analysis Tool to improve your application.