Careers
As a vibrant hub of scientific research and conservation efforts, the Charles Darwin Foundation and its Research Station seeks passionate individuals to join our diverse team. Explore our current vacancies and find your place in protecting this extraordinary archipelago.
Open positions
Marine Ecologist- Deep Ocean Project
Application deadline: 22 July 2024
The Marine Ecologist position will support the development and implementation of deep ocean research activities in the Galapagos Islands and Ecuador, in line with program commitments and in collaboration with CDF´s regional research partners. The position reports to the Principal Investigator of the Deep Ocean Program and will also work closely with staff from the Galapagos National Park Directorate (GNPD) as well as CDF research peers, students and volunteers, science support, logistics and administrative staff, to support the successful achievement of expected project goals and outcomesDirector of Human Resources
Application deadline: Until the vacancy is filled; we will begin to review initial CV's received on July 08, 2024.
The Charles Darwin Foundation is seeking a motivated and an experienced Human Resources Director, who will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing all aspects of the Human Resources Area. This includes recruitment, hiring, development and retention of the best human talent for CDF to ensure compliance with the established objectives outlined in CDF’s Strategic Plan while strengthening organizational culture.Head of the Library, Archive, and Museum Area
Application deadline: until position is filled
The Professional in “Archives and Museums” of the CDF aims to administer and manage the library, archive, and museum resources. Likewise, this person advises, trains, and trains the Library, Archive, and Museum team concerning everything related to library, archive, and museum issues required to give continuity to the different initiatives developed within this area, as well as to make visible the work of the CDF library, archive, and museum in local, national, and international contexts.Note: Employment legislation of the Government of Ecuador and the Special Law of the Galapagos Islands gives priority employment to permanent residents of Galapagos and to qualified Ecuadorians. For this reason, some of the employment opportunities listed on this site will be open only for these particular groups.