February 2013 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

Sarasota Dolphin Research Program Internships - Summer 2013
by Katie McHugh 15 Feb '13

15 Feb '13

*Sarasota Dolphin Research Program Internships* The Sarasota Dolphin Research Program (SDRP), a partnership led by the Chicago Zoological Society and based at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, Florida, conducts the world's longest-running study of a dolphin population. The program's primary goal is to contribute to a better understanding of the structure and dynamics of populations of small cetaceans, as well as the natural and anthropogenic factors that impact them. The SDRP uses an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach in conducting studies of bottlenose dolphins within Sarasota Bay, Tampa Bay, Charlotte Harbor, and the Gulf of Mexico coastal waters. For more information about the SDRP, please visit: <http://www.sarasotadolphin.org>www.sarasotadolphin.org <http://www.sarasotadolphin.org>. The SDRP is in the process of selecting volunteer interns for our Summer 2013 internship program (a minimum of 10 weeks of participation during 13 May -- 27 September, with applications due by March 15th). Typically, we select 2-6 interns per session. We receive many more applications that we have openings -- the selection process is competitive. The successful candidates will participate in at least two of the following research projects: 1) *Dolphin population monitoring project**:* This study will continue to monitor the resident bottlenose dolphin community in Sarasota Bay. Duties in the field will include assisting with boat-based photographic identification surveys for dolphin groups one to two weeks per month. Behavioral, location, individual, and environmental data will be recorded for each dolphin group. While in the lab (at least 2 wks per month), work will generally involve photo-identification of dolphins, computer data entry, video logging, dolphin dorsal fin identification catalog maintenance, equipment maintenance and other duties. 2) *Dolphin prey and habitat use project**:* This study will use the Sarasota dolphin community and fish populations to study relationships between distributions of dolphins and their prey and factors that affect fish community ecology, such as red tide. While in the field, work will involve sampling of fish communities through purse seining techniques, collection of prey fish for energetic and stable isotope analysis, and collection of other environmental data. Interns generally participate in this project 2-3 days per month. 3) *Acoustic methods of abundance estimation and effects of noise**:* In addition to the long term projects described above, a subset of interns will spend time primarily working on a graduate student field and lab project examining acoustic applications to marine mammal conservation. Other SDRP interns will rotate into this project as needed. This project involves the use of bottom-mounted acoustic recorders for two primary purposes: 1) to evaluate multiple methods of cetacean abundance estimation using recorded bottlenose dolphin whistles, and 2) to examine the effects of noise on dolphin whistles. Interns will assist with the deployment and retrieval of the recorders, playback experiments, focal follows of dolphins near recorders, acoustic analyses, data entry, and photo-ID. **If you are interested in working primarily on the acoustics project, please indicate this in your application by selecting "Sarasota Dolphin Research Program: Acoustics Project" as your first choice. Note that this project has its own schedule and will either take place from 13 May -- mid July or from mid-June -- 15 Aug.** 4) *Factors contributing to human-dolphin interactions:* /(TENTATIVE) /Interns may participate in focal dolphin behavioral observations aimed at investigating human-dolphin interactions contributing to unnatural foraging behaviors within the resident dolphin community in Sarasota Bay to update our understanding of factors contributing to human interactions and social dynamics of these behaviors. Interns should expect to spend about 20% of their time in the field, and about 80% of their time in the lab working with data, or performing equipment maintenance. There is no compensation for these internship positions, and successful applicants will be responsible for their own living and transportation expenses during the time of the internship. Shared housing opportunities near Mote Marine Laboratory may be available (cost: $85/week). A few scholarships are available from Mote Marine Laboratory through a competitive application process (US citizens only). Applicants would ideally have the following qualifications: * Minimum of 18 years of age and engaged in or recently completed undergraduate studies; * A background or degree in Biology, Marine Biology, Ecology, Zoology or a related field; * Basic computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (especially Excel and Access); * Some field research experience preferred but not required; * Must be able to swim; * Enthusiasm and desire to learn a variety of field and lab based research methods; * A willingness to spend a minimum of 10-12 weeks working full time as a volunteer with our program. *To apply for a Sarasota Dolphin Research Program internship, interested persons should:* 1) Fill out an application form at Mote Marine Laboratory's website (www.mote.org/interns <http://www.mote.org/interns>). Be sure to select "Sarasota Dolphin Research Program" as your first choice; 2) Complete and provide to Mote's intern office all other application materials including: a statement of interest, current college transcript, letter of recommendation, and /curriculum vitae/; 3) Send an email to SDRP Intern Coordinator (Katie McHugh, _kmchugh(a)mote.org_) stating your name, contact information, exact dates and duration of availability, where you learned about the internship opportunity (/e.g. /Mote, SDRP, Brookfield Zoo website, MARMAM, etc.), and that you have provided all application materials to the Mote intern office, as detailed above. All applications will be reviewed; those received by the application deadline of March 15^th will be given first priority. We are seeking 4-6 interns for the summer, depending on scheduling. These are competitive positions - we typically receive many more applications than we can accept. Applicants may contact Katie McHugh (941-388-4441 ext. 450, kmchugh(a)mote.org <mailto:TUkmchugh@mote.orgUT>) in the SDRP with any questions. Applicants applying because of an interest in possibly being involved in graduate studies with the SDRP should discuss their interests with Program Director Randall Wells upon acceptance into the program. -- ************************************ Katherine McHugh Post-Doctoral Scientist Sarasota Dolphin Research Program Chicago Zoological Society c/o Mote Marine Laboratory 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 388-4441 x450 office (650) 400-2776 cell kmchugh(a)mote.org ************************************

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for land-based bottlenose dolphin project in Scotland (UK)
by Enrico Pirotta 15 Feb '13

15 Feb '13

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for land-based bottlenose dolphin project in Scotland (UK) I am looking for volunteers to take part in the collection of land-based data on bottlenose dolphin and boat occurrence between the end of May and the beginning of July 2013, near Cromarty (Scotland). The visual data from land will integrate the acoustic information collected by an SM2M acoustic recorder and a C-POD deployed in the Sutors (at the entrance of the Cromarty Firth) to understand dolphin acoustic response to boat presence and boat noise. This study is part of my PhD project on the assessment of the population consequences of disturbance on bottlenose dolphins in the Moray Firth, Scotland. Field work description The land-based observations will be conducted from an elevated location on the shoreline (South Sutor, Cromarty) by two observers, each doing (at least) one three-hour shift per day. The volunteers will use visual scan sampling every 15 minutes to collect presence and location of boats and dolphins. If dolphins are sighted, additional five-minute scans will be performed. During these scans, the number of dolphins present, the school’s behavioural state, the location at the time of the scan and the location of all boats will be recorded. The data collected in the field will then be entered in a spreadsheet and sent to me weekly. Observations will be limited to Beaufort <4, i.e. there will be days with no work or half a day’s work. Volunteers are thus expected to be flexible and work according to the weather, and days off will be taken opportunistically when the weather is bad. Location South Sutor is a headland located within walking distance from Cromarty, a village (approx. 700 people) along the coast of the Inner Moray Firth (Scotland), about 20 miles from Inverness. The Lighthouse Field Station of the University of Aberdeen is located here (http://www.abdn.ac.uk/lighthouse/) and Professor Paul Thompson and his team have been carrying out long-term studies on marine mammals and seabirds since the ‘80s. Researchers at the Lighthouse are an incredible source of knowledge and experience, but they are also busy with the data collection during the summer season. Applicants are thus expected to be completely independent and refer to me for any issue arising throughout the data collection. Despite being an extremely beautiful and peaceful place, Cromarty is geographically isolated and with limited facilities. Weather is also very unstable in Scotland. Please be aware of this before applying. Accommodation will be provided by the project. The two selected volunteers will share two connected rooms (separated by a door, each with its own bed) in Ardyne House, Cromarty (http://www.cromartyartstrust.org.uk/ardyne-house.asp) The house offers broadband internet access, as well as a shared kitchen. Costs Accommodation will be covered, but the volunteers will have to cover their own travel expenses to and from Cromarty and their living expenses during the project. This is an unpaid position, so there will be no monetary compensation. Work period Six weeks between the end of May and the beginning of July 2013. The exact dates will be discussed with the applicants at a later stage. Duties - Collect data on bottlenose dolphin behaviour and boat occurrence - Enter data in MS Excel spreadsheets - Briefly report to me weekly Requirements - Background in Marine Biology preferable, but not necessary - Having your own laptop for data entry is preferable, but not required - Ability to stand long working hours - Working knowledge of computers and MS Excel - Be hard-working and with good team skills - Be flexible and patient as fieldwork is highly weather dependent - Be independent, and ready to live in a remote place - Good English language skills How to apply Please send CV and brief resume (max single side of A4). The resume should include: - details of your availability - adherence to the listed requirements - a brief description of yourself, including what you hope to gain from this experience Kindly email applications to: Enrico Pirotta (MASTS PhD Student) E-mail: enrico.pirotta(a)abdn.ac.uk Institute of Biological and Environmental Sciences University of Aberdeen Tillydrone Avenue Aberdeen AB24 2TZ UK Mobile: +44 7547026975

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Marine mammal biology & conservation summer field course in Scotland
by Chris Parsons 14 Feb '13

14 Feb '13

Marine mammal biology & conservation summer field course in Scotland Places are available for a Summer field course in Scotland (3-16 July 2013) for Washington DC area university students via George Mason University, Virginia The course includes lectures and field work on research vessels in the Firth of Clyde and on whale-watching boats off the west coast of Scotland, offering participants excellent opportunities to see whales, porpoises, dolphins, seals, basking shark and a variety of seabirds, such as gannets, puffins and shearwaters. The course is run by the University Marine Biological Station Millport, and includes periods at Millport Marine Station on the Isle of Cumbrae and at Tobermory, on the Isle of Mull. The course examines the diversity, behaviour, ecology, physiology, conservation and management of cetaceans (whales and dolphins), seals and marine turtles. It focuses on issues such as the diving ability and behaviour of seals, the social behaviour of dolphins, the conservation of whales and the life history and migrations of turtles. It also includes an introduction to seabirds and basking sharks that are normally seen during field excursions. Course credit: EVPP 419+420/ BIOL 454+455/ EVPP 519+520 (4.0 credits) Cost: ~$2600 for 2 weeks (plus flights & tuition) - includes all meals at the Marine Station, local transport, all boat trips and airport hotel accommodation Email: Tracy.Price(a)millport.gla.ac.uk by 8 March 2013 to book a place - for more details email Professor Chris Parsons, George Mason University : ecm-parsons(a)earthlink.net (UK/European students students interested see: http://www.gla.ac.uk/centres/marinestation/index.php?url=teaching/marine_mam mal_course.php)

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Summer Internship 2013 - Provincetown, MA USA
by Stephanie Richardson 14 Feb '13

14 Feb '13

*Summer 2013 Internship Opportunity* *Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies, Provincetown MA USA* * * The Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies is a non-profit organization dedicated to conducting scientific research with emphasis on marine mammals of the western North Atlantic and on the coastal and marine habitats and resources of the Gulf of Maine. PCCS has been conducting research and marine and coastal educational programs on Cape Cod for over 35 years. *Education Responsibilities*-Interns will assist with environmental education programs, including on-site programs, off-site programs, and festivals, including PCCS’s new signature summer week of events: Whale Week: A Celebration of the Sea. Interns will assist in the staffing of the Center’s informational and sales kiosk on MacMillian Pier; designing and delivering presentations, answering questions about PCCS, marine mammals and ocean conservation issues, and other general duties. Intern may assist with a theater project, create displays for the PCCS’s laboratory, and help create lesson plans and activities that are aligned with the Massachusetts State Frameworks. Other Responsibilities- Each intern will take on a project which they will work on for the duration of their internship. The project must be proposed by the student and agreed upon with the PCCS staff. At the end of the internship the intern will present the project to the staff, volunteers, and members of the public. Interns must have their own transportation, and housing is not provided. A small stipend will be available. Qualifications- - The internship is open to students who are currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from an accredited college or university. High school students may also be considered. - Preference will be given to students or recent graduates working towards environmental studies, education, marine science, biology or other related fields. - Intern should demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. - Theater experience a plus, but not necessary. - Students that are adaptable, responsible, hard working, willing to learn, and have attention to detail are encouraged to apply. - Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. - Must be comfortable working with all ages. - Must be comfortable working outside in all conditions. - Interns must be able to commit to at least two months; start and end dates are flexible due to school schedules. - Interns must work a minimum of 15-20 hours per week. To Apply- Send your resume, cover letter, and one letter of reference to Stephanie Richardson at srichardson(a)coastalstudies.org or 115 Bradford St, Provincetown, Massachusetts 02567. Applications must be received by April 1st, 2013. -- Stephanie Richardson Human Resource Manager Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies 115 Bradford Street Provincetown, MA 02652 t. (508) 487-3622 Ext. 113 f. (508) 487-4495 Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:00 AM-2:00PM

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Three new publication
by Arda M. Tonay 12 Feb '13

12 Feb '13

Dear All, Apologies for cross posting. We would like to inform you that new three short notes on cetacean have been published in Journal of the Black Sea/Mediterranean Environment. There are available online via the following links: Dede, A., A.M. Tonay, Bayar, H., Öztürk, A.A. 2013. First stranding record of a Risso’s Dolphin (Grampus griseus) in the Marmara Sea, Turkey. J. Black Sea/Mediterr. Environ. 19(1): 121-126. http://www.blackmeditjournal.org/pdf/121_126.pdf Joksimović, A., Mandić, M., Ðurović, M. 2013. First record of fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus Linnaeus, 1758) in Kotor Bay (South Adriatic Sea). J. Black Sea/Mediterr. Environ. 19(1): 127-131. http://www.blackmeditjournal.org/pdf/127_131.pdf Tonay, A.M., Dede, A. 2013. First stranding record of a harbour porpoise (Phocoena phocoena) in the Southern Aegean Sea. J. Black Sea/Mediterr. Environ. 19(1): 132-137. http://www.blackmeditjournal.org/pdf/132_137.pdf Regards, Arda M. TONAY Ph.D Faculty of Fisheries, İstanbul University Marine Biology Dep. Ordu Cad. No:200 Laleli, 34480 İstanbul, Turkey Tel: +90 212 455 5700/16434 Fax: +90 212 514 0379 atonay(a)istanbul.edu.tr http://suurunleri.istanbul.edu.tr/ Turkish Marine Research Foundation (TUDAV) P.O. Box 10 Beykoz, İstanbul, Turkey Tel: +90 216 424 0772 Fax: +90 216 424 0771 Bu elektronik posta ve beraberinde iletilen b�t�n dosyalar sadece g�ndericisi tarafindan alinmasi ama�lanan yetkili ger�ek ya da t�zel kisinin kullanimi i�indir.Eger s�z konusu yetkili alici degilseniz bu elektronik postanin i�erigini a�iklamaniz, kopyalamaniz, y�nlendirmeniz ve kullanmaniz kesinlikle yasaktir ve bu elektronik postayi derhal silmeniz gerekmektedir. ISTANBUL �NIVERSITESI bu mesajin i�erdigi bilgilerin dogrulugu veya eksiksiz oldugu konusunda herhangi bir garanti vermemektedir. Bu nedenle bu bilgilerin ne sekilde olursa olsun i�eriginden, iletilmesinden, alinmasindan ve saklanmasindan sorumlu degildir. Bu mesajdaki g�r�sler yalnizca g�nderen kisiye aittir ve ISTANBUL �NIVERSITESI'nin g�r�slerini yansitmayabilir. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This message and attachments are confidential and intended solely for the individual(s) stated in this message.This email is not intended to impose nor shall it be construed as imposing any legally binding obligation upon ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY and/or any of its subsidiaries or associated companies. Neither ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY nor any of its subsidiaries or associated companies gives any representation or warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the contents of this email. ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY will not be held liable to any person resulting from the use of any information contained in this email and will not be liable to any person who acts or omits to do anything in reliance upon it.

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Job posting: Senior Research Scientist (Marine Mammal/Spatial Ecologist)
by Goldsworthy, Simon (PIRSA-SARDI) 10 Feb '13

10 Feb '13

Senior Research Scientist (Marine Mammal/Spatial Ecologist) West Beach (Aquatic Science Centre) - Adelaide, South Australia Aquatic Sciences - Marine Environment and Ecology Contract Appointment for up to 3 years Vacancy No. C603/2013 PO3 ($78,802 - $83,579 per annum) The South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) is a leading research and development institute delivering innovation to enhance the food, fibre and bioscience industries and living environmental systems in South Australia. Located at the Aquatic Science Centre, West Beach (South Australia), The Threatened, Endangered and Protected Species (TEPS) Sub-program delivers high quality research on the foraging and population ecology of protected marine species and their trophic and operational interactions with fisheries and aquaculture to support Government conservation and management objectives, including ecological sustainable development. The Sub-program has key capabilities in the ecology of marine mammals, seabirds, sharks, ecosystem trophodynamics, ecosystem based fisheries management, the ecological effects of fishing, protected species interactions with fisheries (operational and trophic), and protected species conservation and management. The Senior Research Scientist (Marine Mammal/Spatial Ecologist) will conduct high quality research, and provide assistance in undertaking and managing research projects within the TEPS Sub-Program. The Senior Research Scientist is responsible for coordinating fieldwork and undertaking analyses, report and manuscript preparation for projects principally funded by Government and Industry. These projects have some overlap, but broadly they aim to: 1) monitor the status and trends in abundance of seal populations (Australian sea lion, New Zealand and Australian fur seals), 2) deploy and recover satellite and biologging instruments on marine predators, and 3) integrate and analyse spatial data on the critical habitats and foraging ecology of a range of marine predators. The Senior Research Scientist will help explore funding opportunities and develop new projects, manage project budgets, provide support and co-supervise post-graduate students working with the Sub-program. Duties: The Senior Research Scientist will conduct high quality research, and provide assistance in undertaking and managing research projects within TEPS (Threatened, Endangered and Protected Species) Sub-Program. The Senior Research Scientist is responsible for coordinating fieldwork and undertaking analyses', report and manuscript preparation for projects principally funded by the Australian Marine Mammal Centre (AMMC), the SA Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Fisheries Research and Development Cooperation (PRDC) the Integrated Marine Observing System (IMOS) and the oil and gas exploration industry. Essential Qualifications: The applicant must have a relevant PhD in Science with research experience in marine mammal ecology and spatial modelling. Special Conditions: This contract is for a period of 3 years with a possible extension subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds. Further Enquiries: A/Prof Simon Goldsworthy, Sub-Program Leader, Threatened, Endangered and Protected Species, SARDI - Aquatic Science - Marine Environment and Ecology, telephone 08 8207 5482, email Simon.Goldsworthy(a)sa.gov.au<mailto:Simon.Goldsworthy@sa.gov.au> http://www.sardi.sa.gov.au/employment/positions_available/current_jobs/seni… Applications Close 5.00pm Friday 22 February 2012. A/Prof Simon Goldsworthy Principal Scientist Threatened, Endangered & Protected Species (TEPS) South Australian Research & Development Institute (SARDI) - Aquatic Sciences 2 Hamra Avenue West Beach SA 5024 AUSTRALIA -------------- Postal address: PO Box 120, Henley Beach, SA 5022, AUSTRALIA -------------- Tel : +61 8 8207 5325 Fax : +61 8 8207 5481 Mob: 0428 102 831 http://www.sardi.sa.gov.au/ http://www.misa.net.au/left_navs/ecosystem_services [cid:image001.jpg@01CDAC59.D8884B10] And: School of Earth & Biological Sciences, Adelaide University School of Biological Sciences, Flinders University The information contained within this email is confidential and may be the subject of legal privilege. This email is intended solely for the addressee, and if you are not the intended recipient you must not disclose, copy, use or distribute this email or any of its attachments. If you have received this email in error, please advise the sender immediately via reply email, delete the message and any attachments from your system, and destroy any copies made. PIRSA makes no representation that this email or any attached files are free from viruses or other defects. It is the recipient's responsibility to check the email and any attached files for viruses or other defects.

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Internship Announcement - Please Post
by Danielle Storz 08 Feb '13

08 Feb '13

INTERNSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT - seeking two volunteer Research Assistants for research on Gray whales and Gray whale calves. Gray Whales Count (GWC) is seeking Research Assistants to assist in the annual survey of Gray whales and Gray whale calves as they migrate north through the nearshore Santa Barbara Channel. The 2013 survey begins February 11 and continues every day until the last day of the Count, May 19, from 9am to 5pm Monday through Sunday. As such, we are looking for interested individuals who would be available as soon as possible. A minimum commitment of 30 days is required to participate. GWC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization for research and education. The goals of the research are to estimate the number of Gray whales and Gray whale calves migrating northbound through our corridor and to share our data to complement similar sampling-studies along the California coast. Goals of education are to teach the process of scientific research to Counters and to give them the opportunity to conduct a meaningful study, to experience marine mammals in their natural environment, and to share this process and their enthusiasm with publics through outreach and various media. The Research Assistants will take part in data collection during the land-based fieldwork. Applicable skills learned and achieved include: - Detailed data entry - Ability to identify a multitude of marine mammal species from a distance, including but not limited to: Gray whales, Humpback whales, Bottlenose dolphins, Common dolphins, Pacific white-sided dolphins, Harbor seals, California Sea lions, Sea otters, etc. - Identify behaviors of these marine mammals - Learn about marine mammals in their natural environment and the forces that affect them, both natural and anthropogenic. - Identify vessels and vessel operations. Because of the training required, applicants must be willing to commit full-time to the project for the time period involved (minimum of 30 days, which can be extended to encompass the entire Count - i.e. fourteen weeks). This will entail up to 8 - 9 hours of work a day for at least 5 days a week. The Count is 7 days a week and an intern may commit more time to the Count as desired. The more time you can put in, the more you will get out of your experience. Priority will be given to those candidates with relative experience and are able to participate for an extended period of time. This is a unique opportunity to gain extensive knowledge of marine mammal behavior in a short period of time. This position provides an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in a career in the field of marine mammal research and behavioral ecology. Requirements: - Be able to withstand harsh weather conditions. Field work can be physically and mentally demanding at times, however you will have the opportunity to observe and gain hands-on experience in marine mammal observation, data collecting and databases, and identifying behaviors and interactions with the natural and anthropogenic world. - Willingness to work long hours. - Experience with a camera and digital asset management a plus. - Commit for a minimum of 30 days, full time (minimum five days per week). - Enrolled in or completed a degree in biology, marine science, zoology, environmental science, animal behavior or a related field. - Previous field experience with marine wildlife and observation is highly recommended but not required to apply. - Ability to work in a team environment - Be enthusiastic and possess a positive attitude and a desire to learn. - Be adaptable and patient as fieldwork is highly weather dependent - wind and fog can shut us down. - Be prepared to work long days in a team of two to five individuals with varying experience. This is a volunteer position and interns will be responsible for their own transportation to and from Santa Barbara/Goleta, California. Also, costs for room and board will be the intern’s responsibility. (Note: Gray Whales Count will attempt to assist in the process.) GWC will award a $500 stipend [prorated on fourteen weeks] upon successful completion of the internship as agreed. To apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to the Project Coordinator, Michael Smith, michael(a)graywhalescount.org and to the Operations Manager, Danielle Scott, danni(a)graywhalescount.org. In the cover letter, please address why you wish to participate with Gray Whales Count and what you hope to achieve in your experience. Inquiries can be emailed to Danielle Scott, Operations Manager at Danni(a)graywhalescount.org. There is no deadline to apply, but please apply ASAP as the Count begins February 11 and time will be necessary to secure room and board. We will accept qualified candidates for a minimum of thirty days after the Count starts. ----- Danielle Scott Operations Manager Gray Whales Count nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation for research and education 1 Fellowship Circle Santa Barbara, CA 93109 USA (805) 698-9462 (mobile) danni(a)graywhalescount.org project-collaborators include: Cascadia Research Collective, Olympia, Washington NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center, La Jolla Scripps Whale Acoustic Lab, SIO / UCSD, La Jolla UCSB's Coal Oil Point Reserve, Goleta

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Seeking experienced field assistants for research on tropical dolphins in north-west Australia
by Alexander Brown 07 Feb '13

07 Feb '13

SEEKING EXPERIENCED FIELD ASSISTANTS for research on tropical dolphins in north-west Australia Fieldwork dates: commences 31 March 2013 for 10-12 weeks (ends mid-June). Application deadline: Monday 18 Feb 2013. Project title: Abundance, residency and genetic connectivity of snubfin and humpback dolphins in the Kimberley region, Western Australia. Institution: Cetacean Research Unit, Murdoch University - www.mucru.org Overview: I am seeking experienced field assistants to assist with boat-based photo-ID and biopsy sampling in north-west Australia for approximately 10-12 weeks from 31 March 2013. * Commitment to the full duration of the project is strongly preferred; a minimum commitment of 5 weeks may also be considered * This project <http://mucru.org/research-projects/snubfin-and-humpback-dolphins-in-the -kimberley-region-western-australia/> aims to collect baseline data on the local abundance, residency and genetic connectivity of inshore dolphins in northern Western Australia. The main focal species are Australian snubfin (Orcaella heinsohni) and Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins (Sousa chinensis). This is an opportunity to gain experience in field techniques for small cetacean research, while contributing to a project with a high conservation and management value. Location: We meet in the town of Broome on the tropical northern coast of Western Australia, then visit two different sites on the adjacent Dampier Peninsula. Approximately 5 weeks are spent at each location. These are remote locations far from urban areas and amenities. Accommodation will comprise shared basic cabins or tents, with camp kitchen and bathroom facilities. Duties: Searching for dolphins, driving the boat, taking photos, making and recording field observations, equipment cleaning and basic maintenance, data entry, a fair share in communal cooking and housekeeping duties, and generally working hard and having a great time. Expect early starts, hot weather, up to 11 hours on the water for multiple consecutive days, and up to a week between days off. Prerequisites: * Experience of working on and driving a small boat (essential); * Experience of photo-ID survey techniques (essential); * Experience of field research on small cetaceans (highly desirable); * No history of debilitating seasickness (essential); * Be team-oriented, patient, and have an enthusiastic attitude to hard work, long hours and collecting data on the natural environment (essential). Expenses: This is an unpaid position. However, food and accommodation at field sites are provided at no cost to assistants. Assistants are responsible for their own travel costs to/from Broome (direct flights available from Perth). Please send a CV, a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience, and contact details of two relevant referees to alex.brown(a)murdoch.edu.au by Monday 18 February 2013. Alex Brown alex.brown(a)murdoch.edu.au <mailto:*j.tyne@murdoch.edu.au> PhD Candidate, Murdoch University Cetacean Research Unit (MUCRU) School of Biological Sciences and Biotechnology Murdoch University, 90 South Street, Murdoch WA 6150 Blogs from previous trips: http://mucru.org/blogs/a-productive-month-on-the-dampier-peninsula/ <http://mucru.org/blogs/a-productive-month-on-the-dampier-peninsula/> http://mucru.org/blogs/snubfin-season/ <http://mucru.org/blogs/snubfin-season/>

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Zoological expedition along the Sea of Japan and the Sea of Okhotsk coastlines.
by Семёнов Андрей 07 Feb '13

07 Feb '13

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Scholarships for Masters in biodiversity, environment, sustainability
by Godley, Brendan 07 Feb '13

07 Feb '13

Dear MARMAMers I am pleased to announce a suite of scholarships are available for students from across the world to study at the University of Exeter's Cornwall Campus next year. Please forward this message to likely candidates. All of our MSc have a significant research component and we have a large number of marine vertebrate researchers working on the campus now and have marine mammal, seabird and sea turtle projects running every year. This will include staff from the Centre for Ecology and Conservation, Department of Geography, and the Environment and Sustainability Institute. Blurbs with links follow. Masters Distinction Scholarships of £5,000 are available for 2013.<http://www.exeter.ac.uk/studying/funding/award/?id=1041&utm_source=UCAS%2Be…> Find out more at www.exeter.ac.uk/lifesciences/postgraduate/cornwall<http://www.exeter.ac.uk/lifesciences/postgraduate/cornwall> Discover our portfolio of challenging Masters degrees<http://www.exeter.ac.uk/lifesciences/postgraduate/cornwall> The College of Life and Environmental Sciences at the University of Exeter - the current Sunday Times University of the Year - offers a number of distinctive and challenging taught Masters degrees at the Cornwall Campus. · MSc Applied Ecology<http://biosciences.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/appliedecology/> · MSc Climate Change and Risk Management<http://geography.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/mscccrm/> · MSc Conservation and Biodiversity<http://biosciences.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/conservation/> · MSc Conservation Science and Policy<http://geography.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/conservationscipolicy/> · MSc Energy Policy<http://geography.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/mscep/> · MRes Environment, Energy and Resilience<http://geography.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/mreseer/> · MSc Evolutionary and Behavioural Ecology<http://biosciences.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/evolutionary/> · MSc Sustainable Development<http://geography.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/mscsustainabledevelopment/> Prof. Brendan J. Godley Chair in Conservation Science Centre for Ecology & Conservation University of Exeter, Cornwall Campus TR10 9EZ, UK Tel: +44 1326 371 861 Twitter: @BrendanGodley http://biosciences.exeter.ac.uk/staff/index.php?web_id=brendan_godley http://www.linkedin.com/in/brendangodley https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Brendan_Godley/ http://www.seaturtle.org/mtrg/ ________________________________

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