OFERTAS SEPTIEMBRE 2014
Scientific Fisheries Observer (Seabirds) Falkland Islands Government
£22,715 p.a. + sea going allowance at £40.32 per day spent at sea
Interested in an opportunity to contribute to sustainable Fisheries Management in the South-West Atlantic? The Fisheries Department has a vacancy for a Scientific Fisheries Observer (Seabirds) to commence work from November 2014 onwards. This post is ideally suited to a Seabird Ecologist with some practical experience of vessel operations, as the post holder will be directed to work on seabird interactions with fishing vessels with the aim of reducing seabird (mostly albatross and petrel) mortalities. The post will be largely sea-based (around 160 days at sea per annum), but also includes assisting with the training of other observers to collect seabird interaction data and the collation of relevant datasets for analyses. The successful applicant should be able to work effectively as part of a team or alone, have a good eye for detail, possess good decision-making skills and have the capacity to take a leading role in data collection, analysis and in finding novel ways in reducing trawler related bird mortalities.
Applicants should:
• Hold at least a BSc in a Zoological or Biological subject
• Be computer literate
• Be enthusiastic, and have the ability to work alone
• Take a lead in finding novel ways in reducing trawler related bird mortalities
This position offers:
• Eligibility for a 15% gratuity payable on successful completion of the one year contract
• Flights to and from the Islands at the start and end of the contract
• 50 days holiday entitlement
• Shared accommodation to rent when on land
Deadline for Applications is Friday 26 September
Interviews are expected to take place in the week 7-11 October via Skype
For further details, a job description and an application form please contact:
Falkland Islands Government Office, Falklands House, 14 Broadway, London SW1H 0BH.
E-mail: recruitment@falklands.gov.fk, phone: +44 (0) 20 7222 2542.
For an informal discussion contact the Observer coordinator Mr. Joost Pompert, Email: jpompert@fisheries.gov.fk, phone: +500 27260.
OFERTAS AGOSTO 2014
- PhD vacant: Genetic structure of sea turtles
- Job Opportunity: Permit Analyst, NMFS, Silver Spring
- MARINE ACOUSTIC TECHNICIAN(s)
- Post-Doctoral Fellow Position, Sarasota Dolphin Research Program
PhD vacant: Genetic structure of sea turtles
We have a vacant PhD position at the Marine Evolution and Conservationgroup at the Center for Ecology and Evolutionary Studies (University of Groningen, The Netherlands).
The objective of the project is to elucidate the evolution and population genetic structure of sea turtles in the Dutch Caribbean by analyses of genomic data.
The closing date for (on-line) applications is September 30^th , 2014.
Please read the full advert (http://www.rug.nl/about-us/work-with-us/job-opportunities/overview?details=00347-0000005702) for more details.
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Per J. Palsbll
Marine Evolution and Conservation
Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies
University of Groningen
Nijenborgh 7
9747 AG Groningen
The Netherlands
Job Opportunity: Permit Analyst, NMFS, Silver Spring
Ocean Associates, Inc. (OAI) is seeking two senior analysts to support the NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Office of Protected Resources Permits and Conservation Division in Silver Spring, MD. These positions will primarily be responsible for performing analyses and research to enable the issuance of incidental take authorizations under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and for ensuring compliance of these MMPA authorizations with the National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) and the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Positions may also potentially assist with the issuance of scientific research and enhancement permits pursuant to the MMPA and ESA.
http://oceanassoc.com/Jobs/Senior_Analyst.html
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Ben Laws
Office of Protected Resources
NOAA Fisheries
U.S. Department of Commerce
(301) 427-8425
Benjamin.Laws@noaa.gov
National Marine Fisheries Service <http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/
Incidental Take Program <http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr/permits/incidental.htm
MARINE ACOUSTIC TECHNICIAN(s)
The candidate(s) will be expected to conduct acoustic surveys through the use of passive acoustic monitoring systems (PAMS) and noise measurement systems during offshore activities both nationally and internationally whilst offshore. Projects may include marine mammal mitigation or monitoring, ambient noise measurements and operational noise monitoring.
When onshore the candidate(s) will play a key role in the development of in-house systems and be responsible for maintenance and upkeep of all Marine Wildlife Departmental acoustic equipment, in accordance with HSSE and QA standards. For this reason technical knowledge is required, as build and maintenance includes termination of cables, wiring, component replacement, moulding and potting, various circuitry and full testing (Megger and PAT). Additionally onshore compilation and preparation of PAMS and noise monitoring reports including the processing of acoustic data is required.
The candidate will be responsible for the appropriate collection and processing of data both at sea and in the office. This role will require you to work in the office (Great Yarmouth), but we have an expectation that you will spend up to 120 days at sea at locations worldwide, during a 12-month period.
Applicants will be of degree calibre or equivalent in a relevant discipline and possess an understanding of marine acoustics, including both hardware and need to have field experience. Additionally, familiarity with the use of PAMS, CPODs or other underwater noise monitoring equipment is desirable.
To apply for the role, please send your CV and covering letter to our Recruitment Coordinator, at recruitment@gardline.com<mailto:recruitment@gardline.com> or via the careers section of our website www.gardlinemarinesciences.com
Closing date: 19h September 2014
Post-Doctoral Fellow Position, Sarasota Dolphin Research Program
The Sarasota Dolphin Research Program (SDRP) is a collaborative partnership dedicated to dolphin research, conservation, and education. The SDRP was started in 1970 through Mote Marine Laboratory when Blair Irvine and high school student Randy Wells began a tagging study to find out if dolphins in the Sarasota Bay area were residents or moved more broadly — it was the first systematic study of bottlenose dolphin ranging patterns. Findings of multi-decadal, multi-generationalresidency set the stage for the program to continue and develop into newareas of research. Since 1989, the Chicago Zoological Society (CZS) has led the SDRP partnership, providing an administrative home for the long-term program and support for ongoing program operations, including the CZS employees who form the core program staff. Mote Marine Laboratory, where our initial research was conducted during 1970-1971,has provided a base of operations on Sarasota Bay and access to laboratory facilities and infrastructure since 1992. The Program Director since the late 1970’s, Dr. Randall Wells, guided the SDRP from a seasonal operation involving teams of volunteers to its current year-round operations with a complement of full and part time staff, who work with graduate students, interns, and volunteers. The Sarasota Dolphin Research Program, conducting «the world’s longest-running study of a wild dolphin population», now is a pre-eminent international center for research into the biology, behavior, ecology, health, and impacts of human activities on dolphins in Sarasota Bay and elsewhere around the world. * http://sarasotadolphin.org.
With a research focus on Behavioral Ecology and Population Biology, as the Post-Doctoral Fellow, you will develop and implement dolphin research projects, including: research design, proposal preparation for extramural funding, data collection and analysis, managing Project logistics and budget, and reporting to funding agencies. You will train and oversee interns, graduate students, and staff as necessary for data collection and processing; prepare reports for peer-reviewed scientific publication and presentation; and be responsible for other related duties as assigned, including assisting Senior Conservation Scientist (Program Director), with program management.
This position is a full-time, two-year, temporary position. Incumbent should have broad research and conservation interests.
The requirements for this position include the following:
Ph.D. degree in biology or related field required.
* One year of experience leading dolphin photographic identification surveys required.
* Minimum of two years of experience piloting small boats required.
* Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including proven ability in writing of reports and scientific papers, grant proposal preparation, and oral presentations.
* Computer competency required, including skills in Microsoft Office, database management, and statistical packages.
* Must have a demonstrated ability to work independently and prioritize tasks as necessary. Must have ability to work collaboratively.
* Must represent the Society in a professional manner at all times.
* Experience and/or ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience.
* Valid driver’s license required. Florida residents must possess a valid Florida license within 30 days of hire. Valid out-of-state license required for out-of-state residents.
The desirable/preferred qualifications include the following:
* Broad research and conservation interests preferred.
* Experience with programs such as FinBase, SOCPROG, MARK, R, Bayesian analyses and GIS skills desirable.
* Experience leading focal animal behavioral follows desirable. Strong quantitative analytical skills desirable.
* Radio-tracking experience desirable.
* Multilingual ability, Spanish fluency a plus.
The Chicago Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer — Minorities / Women / Veterans /Disabled.
CZS would like to fill this position no later than 31 December 2014;complete applications should be submitted by 30 September 2014. Ifinterested in being considered for this opportunity, please visit the CZS Career Center to obtain more details about the position and to applyby submitting your profile, along with your CV. Please visit our website at www.czs.org/czs/careers
Please look for requisition number 574BR.
La Isla de los delfines 