April 2009 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

2nd Announcement: 4th DCL Workshop and 1st DE Workshop, University of Pavia, September 2009
by Gianni Pavan 03 Apr '09

03 Apr '09

Università degli Studi di Pavia, Centro Interdisciplinare di Bioacustica e Ricerche Ambientali 2nd Announcement September 2009, 10 - 12 : 4th International Workshop on Detection, Classification and Localization of Marine Mammals using Passive Acoustics The purpose of the workshop is to present current research on the detection, classification and localization of marine mammals using passive acoustics. Researchers are invited to present their scientific work, to detail the advantages and drawbacks of the methods they use, and to show their recent results. The workshop encourages an interdisciplinary approach oriented at solving real-world problems related to the study of marine mammals and the effect of anthropogenic sound on their behavior. Topics extend beyond passive acoustics to other relevant areas of research that directly relate with the main topic. To encourage researchers to focus on a common topic and to directly evaluate and compare different approaches and solutions, a common sound dataset is available online. Visit the Workshops' web page to get the link. September 2009, 13 : Linked Workshop: 1st International Workshop on Density Estimation of Marine Mammals Using Passive Acoustics This one-day workshop will bring together researchers working on estimating absolute density or abundance of marine mammal populations using passive acoustics. Both towed and fixed platforms are included. The workshop will commence immediately after the DCL workshop. The workshop will begin with a tutorial overview of the area, followed by contributed oral and poster presentations showcasing relevant research. Time will be set aside for open discussion. Scientists with relevant research in this area are invited to submit their results for presentation in oral or poster form. Having these workshops organized together is particularly topical given the emerging interest and need for processing acoustic monitoring data into meaningful population statistics to be used for science, management and conservation. Deadlines & Important Dates May 1, 2009: Registration and Abstract submission opening (registration form and prices will be available soon) June 1: Deadline for abstract submission June 15: Notification of Acceptance June 22: Deadline for Registration, Payment and Accomodation Booking September 30: Deadline for presenting full papers for the Proceedings (details will be available soon) Program September 9: 17 PM, Registration opening and welcome buffet September 10 to 12: DCL Workshop September 12, afternoon: Technical discussion, Round Table and introduction to DE Workshop September 13: Density Estimation Workshop A web page dedicated to the workshops is available on the CIBRA website at <http://www.unipv.it/cibra/DCLWorkshop2009.html>http://www.unipv.it/cibra/DCLWorkshop2009.html A short presentation of the workshop can be downloaded here: <http://www.unipv.it/cibra/DCLWorkshop2009.html>http://www.unipv.it/cibra/Workshop2009.pdf For any information please write to gianni.pavan(a)unipv.it Scientific Committee Gianni Pavan (Univ. of Pavia, Italy); Walter Zimmer (NURC, Italy); David Moretti (NUWC, US); Bob Gisiner (MMC, US); John Potter (Acoustic Research Laboratory, Tropical Marine Science Institute, National University of Singapore); Olivier Adam (NAMC, Paris University, France); Len Thomas (Univ St Andrews, Scotland; convenor of the DE workshop). Organizing Committee Gianni Pavan, CIBRA (DCL Workshop); Len Thomas, StAndrews (DE Workshop) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Gianni Pavan Presidente CIBRA Centro Interdisciplinare di Bioacustica e Ricerche Ambientali Dipartimento di Biologia Animale, Universita' degli Studi di Pavia Via Taramelli 24, 27100 PAVIA, ITALIA Phone +39-0382-987874 Fax +39-02-700-32921 Email gpavan(a)cibra.unipv.it, gianni.pavan(a)unipv.it Web http://www.unipv.it/cibra http://mammiferimarini.unipv.it --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Request for Field Assistants for Summer 2009
by Stefanie Gazda 01 Apr '09

01 Apr '09

Field Assistant Opportunity: 2 field assistants are needed for fieldwork for a PhD student's dissertation from the University of Massachusetts in dolphin feeding behavior. The field season will run for approximately 3 months, from June through August, pending final funding. Research will take place in Cedar Key, Florida, 3 hours north of Tampa and 60 miles west of Gainesville. Assistants will be expected to work on a boat 6 to 7 days per week, for up to 10 hours at a time. Typical weather conditions in summer include 95 degree heat, very high humidity, and no breezes. Prior experience working on dolphins and habitats, as well as acoustics, is preferred but not required. Those with no experience should demonstrate their willingness to learn. This is not a paid position. Assistants will have the option to obtain their own housing and food in Cedar Key. Housing is available with the PI, in this case assistants are asked to contribute $75 per month towards food. More details are available. Opportunities for part-time work in tourist-related positions in Cedar Key may be available to assistants-however it is their responsibility to obtain those jobs and assistants must make the field work a priority. Priority will be given to applicants who can stay for the duration-a minimum commitment of one month is required. Please send an email of inquiry to stefanie.gazda(a)gmail.com <https://email.umassd.edu/src/webmail.php?content=compose&send_to=stefanie.g…> with the subject line as "Field assistants for 2009". Be specific about how much time you can commit to. A more in depth description of the position and its requirements will be emailed out-at that time candidates who are still interested should email their CV and informative cover letter to the above email address. -Stefanie Gazda -- Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Defenders of Wildlife Marine/Terrestrial Carnivore Conference Call for Presentation/Poster Abstracts _Due June 1st
by Jim Curland 01 Apr '09

01 Apr '09

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Postdoc- Vertebrate Ecology
by Godley, Brendan 01 Apr '09

01 Apr '09

The following postdoc is currently available here at the Centre for Ecology and Conservation, University of Exeter. Dr. Brendan J. Godley Associate Professor in Conservation Biology Centre for Ecology & Conservation School of Biosciences University of Exeter, Cornwall Campus TR10 9EZ, UK Tel: +44 1326 371 861 Homepage: http://www.seaturtle.org/mtrg/ Editor-in-Chief, Endangered Species Research http://www.int-res.com/journals/esr/ University of Exeter School of Biosciences Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Vertebrate Ecology (Ref: N2073) Salary: £26,391 per annum Fixed term contract for two and a half years A postdoctoral research fellow is sought to carry out research on marine vertebrates in waters of the western English Channel as part of the EU INTERREG funded Channel Habitat Atlas for Marine Resource Management. Work will be carried out in conjunction with that already underway as part of the South West Regional Development Agency funded Penninsula Research Institute for Marine Renewable Energy based around the establishment of the WaveHub, an offshore wave energy generating facility in the waters off North Cornwall. This new full-time post is available from 1 June 2009 on a fixed term basis for two and a half years. Based at the University of Exeter, Cornwall Campus, the Research Fellow will lead research on cetaceans, seabirds, seals and basking sharks. Work will be carried out under the supervision of Drs Brendan Godley, Stuart Bearhop, Annette Broderick and Matthew Witt, but the successful candidate will also liaise closely with other staff from a range of institutions in the UK and France. The successful candidate will have a clearly established track record of publishing in peer reviewed ecological journals and will preferably have demonstrable project management and fund-raising skills. An ability to work both independently and within a team is essential. Applicants should also have marine vertebrate ID skills, experience in advanced statistics and modelling and be able to drive. Additional skills that would be advantageous include: ability of use GPS and GIS to record and analyse biological date; experience of ECOPATH and ECOSIM, remote cetacean monitoring and distance sampling; an ability to handle boats, and speak French.. Salary will be £26,391 pa. Please use "Ref: N2073" as subject line for all correspondence Informal enquiries can be sent to Dr Brendan Godley, e-mail B.J.Godley(a)ex.ac.uk. To apply, CVs and a covering letter with the contact details of three referees should be sent to Dr Brendan Godley electronically to at the e-mail address above with a hardcopy follow-up , Centre for Ecology and Conservation, University of Exeter, Cornwall Campus, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 9EZ, quoting the job reference N2073. The closing date for completed applications is 1 May 2009. Interviews will be held at the University's Cornwall Campus near Falmouth in mid May. The University of Exeter is an equal opportunity employer and promotes diversity in its workforce and, whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, is particularly keen to consider applications from groups currently underrepresented in the workforce.

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