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Careers
Build your career at one of our 12 international field research centers, or from our fully remote U.S. Headquarters.
Why SFS
Work That Actually Matters
We operate 12 field research centers across six continents, where faculty, staff, and researchers live and work alongside students tackling real environmental challenges. Faculty live in the region year-round and design field research alongside students.
Live Where You Work
Your commute might be a walk through the rainforest or along a coral reef.
Research With Purpose
Locally grounded research informs conservation decisions and supports long-term community relationships. Your work feeds directly into community outcomes alongside publications.
Room to Grow
Faculty sabbaticals after eight semesters. Professional development funding. A global network of colleagues who become collaborators and friends.
Opportunities
Where You Fit In
Whether teaching in the field, managing field station operations, or supporting our mission remotely from U.S. Headquarters, SFS offers opportunities to make a meaningful impact worldwide.
Faculty
Lecturers who teach, design field research, and mentor students through hands-on environmental science. You participate fully in the implementation of your center's research plan.
Field Operations
Center directors, site managers, dive officers, and logistics staff who keep our research centers running safely and smoothly in some of the world's most remote locations.
Headquarters
Our admissions, finance, marketing, IT, and executive teams support the global network and keep the organization moving forward.
Now Hiring
Current Openings
The SFS community is a growing network of individuals committed to environmental stewardship. If you don't see a fit below, we'd still like to hear from you.
Lecturer in Tropical Marine Ecology
Lecturer in Systems Thinking for the Future of Agriculture
Health and Wellness Manager
Waterfront and Program Assistant
Hiring Timeline
Most field position hiring timelines will follow the U.S. university academic calendar, with new hires typically onboarding in January or August. The hiring process takes two to three months during peak periods. For position questions or application status updates, contact SFS Human Resources at jobs@fieldstudies.org.
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All legitimate SFS job postings appear on this page. Candidates should verify openings directly through this website.