October 2015 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

International Veterinary In-Residence program, The Marine Mammal Center
by Claire Simeone 29 Oct '15

29 Oct '15

INTERNATIONAL VETERINARY IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM AT THE MARINE MAMMAL CENTER (SAUSALITO, CALIFORNIA, USA) The Marine Mammal Center International Veterinary In-Residence (IVIR) training program provides marine mammal veterinarians across the globe an opportunity to gain experience in marine mammal medicine and rehabilitation. It is expected that successful applicants will return to their pre-existing programs prepared to implement training programs of their own. This position requires a DVM degree or equivalent. Preference will be given to veterinarians that are currently employed with a marine mammal rehabilitation program or non-profit equivalent. This is an unpaid position. Airfare to San Francisco, California, as well as shared housing at the TMMC Guest House located within the Marin Headlands, will be provided as part of the program. The house is shared during the busy season with other students, researchers, externs and the veterinary intern. This position is available during the busy season for three months at a time, between March and September. The applicant is responsible for completing all required visa paperwork, and is required to have an international driver’s license. Strong written and spoken English is a requirement. The Marine Mammal Center veterinary staff includes full and part time veterinarians, three veterinary technicians, a medical technologist and research staff. Goals of the program include assisting the veterinary medical staff in providing medical management of a large number of stranded marine mammals (mostly pinnipeds); performing post mortem examinations, sample collection for various research projects, and record keeping. Collaborative research is highly valued at TMMC, and development of a research project, either clinical or using retrospective necropsy data, is highly encouraged. If qualified, applicants should submit the following materials: 1. A current curriculum vitae, limited to 4 pages. 2. Two letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the applicant's academic and/or clinical performance. 3. Written responses to the following questions: a) Why do you want to be our next Veterinarian In-Residence? b) Please describe in detail the experience you have as a clinician (any species). c) Please describe in detail your experience working with marine mammals. Describe experience with both live and dead marine mammals, in the wild and/or in managed care. d) Please describe in detail any research experience you have. e) Share an example of a time when you needed to work well in a group, as well as work independently. f) How do you hope the IVIR program will help you to achieve your future goals? What do you see yourself doing in 5 years? Please submit your application via E-mail if possible: To: vetsciadmin(a)tmmc.org<mailto:vetsciadmin@tmmc.org> Subject: 2015 International Veterinary In-Residence Program Attention: Dr. Claire Simeone Conservation Medicine Veterinarian, The Marine Mammal Center 2000 Bunker Road, Sausalito, CA 94965 USA Applications are due by Friday, December 4th, 2015. A selection will be made in the beginning of January 2016. Learn more about TMMC: www.marinemammalcenter.org<http://www.marinemammalcenter.org> Learn about the IVIR program and past residents: http://www.marinemammalcenter.org/science/ivir/

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Underwater Acoustics: Webinar Series for the International Regulatory Community
by Holly Morin 29 Oct '15

29 Oct '15

Regulators, decision makers, public affairs officers, industry representatives, and other members of the international regulatory community have a high need for training materials on underwater acoustics as well as instructional resources that can be quickly accessed and viewed. To meet this need, the Discovery of Sound in the Sea (DOSITS) Team will facilitate a free, five-part webinar series for the international regulatory community on topics related to underwater sound. The webinar topics will include basic science concepts related to underwater sound, marine animal sound production/reception, and the potential effects of sound on marine animals. Content will all be derived from peer-reviewed research. Each webinar will last approximately 60 minutes and be comprised of two, 15-20 minute presentations, followed by a period of facilitated discussion. All webinars will be archived on the DOSITS website (the Webinar Series for Regulators of Underwater Sound, http://www.dosits.org/resources/all/decisionmakers/ircwebinar/ <http://www.dosits.org/resources/all/decisionmakers/ircwebinar/>) along with webinar presentations and a listing of related DOSITS website content links. The first webinar of this free, five-part series will be held on Friday, November 13, 2015, at 12:00pm ET. Dr. Kathleen Vigness-Raposa (Marine Acoustics, Inc.) and Dr. James H. Miller (University of Rhode Island) will discuss sound movement/propagation and sound measurement/signal levels as well as ocean noise measurement, variability, and noise budgets. Interested individuals must register in advance for this webinar. A registration link is available through the DOSITS webinar series webpage: http://www.dosits.org/resources/all/decisionmakers/ircwebinar/ <http://www.dosits.org/resources/all/decisionmakers/ircwebinar/> To learn more about this webinar series and view other, upcoming webinar dates and speakers, please visit the DOSITS webpage, Webinar Series for Regulators of Underwater Sound, http://www.dosits.org/resources/all/decisionmakers/ircwebinar/ <http://www.dosits.org/resources/all/decisionmakers/ircwebinar/>. Questions? Please contact Holly Morin at holly_morin(a)uri.edu <mailto:holly_morin@uri.edu>. This webinar series is being sponsored by the American Petroleum Institute (API). The American Petroleum Institute (API) is the only national trade association that represents all aspects of America’s oil and natural gas industry. Discovery of Sound in the Sea (DOSITS; www.dosits.org <http://www.dosits.org/>) is a comprehensive, educational website on underwater sound, designed to provide accurate scientific information at levels appropriate for all audiences, including decision-makers.

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Ocean Science Consulting NZ DOC-approved MMO & PAM training course for experienced observers
by OSC NZ Course Coordinator 29 Oct '15

29 Oct '15

Ocean Science Consulting Limited (OSC) is running a Marine Mammal Observer (MMO) and Passive Acoustic Monitoring (PAM) training course for experienced observers (must have 12 weeks experience), which has been approved by the New Zealand Department of Conservation (DOC), as being consistent with standards in the ‘2013 code of conduct for minimising acoustic disturbance to marine mammals from seismic survey operations’ (the Code). OSC’s DOC-approved course was the first combined MMO and PAM training available in the world for working in NZ waters, and our first ever course ran successfully in May 2014. Our next course is scheduled in December 2015. OSC’s high-quality training involves responsive personal (including one-to-one) tuition throughout, hands-on experience with state-of-the-art PAM equipment during classroom theory and practical sessions, and field practice aboard a vessel at sea. OSC is a technology-focused marine science R&D company with over a decade of experience in supplying commercial and scientific MMO and PAM services to the offshore and other marine-related industries worldwide. OSC has a company in New Zealand servicing the Asia-Pacific region (www.osc-nz.co.nz <http://www.osc-nz.co.nz>), a company in the UK operating worldwide (www.osc.co.uk <http://www.osc.co.uk>), and a branch in Greece (www.oceanscienceconsulting.gr <http://www.oceanscienceconsulting.gr>) servicing the Mediterranean and neighbouring geographical waters. Our course instructors are highly experienced and degree-level qualified scientists, practiced MMOs and PAM Operators, and authors of the 'Marine Mammal Observer and Passive Acoustic Monitoring Handbook’ (www.marinemammalobserverhandbook.co.uk <http://www.marinemammalobserverhandbook.co.uk>), which forms the course manual. OSC’s knowledge and expertise is second-to-none, and DOC has set exacting training standards, so this course is the obvious choice for anyone wishing to train and prepare as a competent MMO and PAM Operator to work anywhere in the world (please note additional local qualifications and experience may be required). The next course will be run in Wellington, New Zealand, for three days, from 7–9 December 2015. All candidates must have their own equipment, including reticle binoculars (i.e. lens stencilled with measurements for range estimation), handheld GPS, ID guide, and a laptop preloaded with NZ data forms, software required for your GPS, and PAMGuard. *To register for the course, please send your CV and a brief description of why you want to attend this course to **courses(a)osc-nz.co.nz* <mailto:courses@osc-nz.co.nz>*.*Your CV must give details (client, location, type of industrial activity, role, duration, etc.) of your offshore experience, as this course is only available for experienced MMOs and PAM Operators. As per DOC requirements, a minimum of 12 weeks sea time as a professional seismic MMO/PAM Operator anywhere in the world is required to undertake this course. ***The deadline for applications is 20 November 2015. *The full payment of $2,700 (NZD) is required to secure your position. Course costs do not include accommodation or food, and candidates are required to make their own travel arrangements to and from Wellington. Please note that this is not simply an ‘attend-and-pass course’. In accordance with DOC’s requirements, successful candidates must achieve ‘results of 75% and above’, although we will provide further reassessment procedures for anyone initially scoring less than 75%. This high pass mark is a key selling point for successful candidates to demonstrate their knowledge and competence; furthermore, for candidates who preform exceptionally, OSC may have opportunities for employment and/or scientific research (http://www.osc.co.uk/publications-and-press-covers) We look forward to seeing you on our course soon. -- MMO & PAM Course Coordinator OSC NZ Ltd c/o Melanie Orr 160 Goat Island Rd Leigh RD5 Warkworth 0985 New Zealand W: www.osc-nz.co.nz

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New publication on Modeling diving behavior for foraging Blue Whales
by Elliott Hazen 28 Oct '15

28 Oct '15

I just wanted to pass along a recent manuscript on optimal foraging in blue whales as a function of oxygen use and prey density. The abstract is below and the full text is open access and available at the following link: http://advances.sciencemag.org/content/1/9/e1500469 Terrestrial predators can modulate the energy used for prey capture to maximize efficiency, but diving animals face the conflicting metabolic demands of energy intake and the minimization of oxygen depletion during a breath hold. It is thought that diving predators optimize their foraging success when oxygen use and energy gain act as competing currencies, but this hypothesis has not been rigorously tested because it has been difficult to measure the quality of prey that is targeted by free-ranging animals. We used high-resolution multisensor digital tags attached to foraging blue whales (Balaenoptera musculus) with concurrent acoustic prey measurements to quantify foraging performance across depth and prey density gradients. We parameterized two competing physiological models to estimate energy gain and expenditure based on foraging decisions. Our analyses show that at low prey densities, blue whale feeding rates and energy intake were low to minimize oxygen use, but at higher prey densities feeding frequency increased to maximize energy intake. Contrary to previous paradigms, we demonstrate that blue whales are not indiscriminate grazers but instead switch foraging strategies in response to variation in prey density and depth to maximize energetic efficiency.

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New article - JASA: Spinner dolphin whistle in the Southwest Atlantic Ocean: Is there a geographic variation?
by Juliana Moron 28 Oct '15

28 Oct '15

Dear MARMAM members,We are pleased to announce the following publication:Moron J. R.; Amorim T.O.S.; Sucunza F.; Castro F.R.; Rossi-Santos M.; Andriolo A. (2015). "Spinner dolphin whistle in the Southwest Atlantic Ocean: Is there a geographic variation?". J. Acoust. Soc. Am. 138 (4): 2495–2498. DOI: 10.1121/1.4931900The paper can be found here:http://scitation.aip.org/content/asa/journal/jasa/138/4/10.1121/1.4931… pdf request can be sent to Juliana Moron (julianamoron(a)hotmail.com).Best wishes on behalf of the authors,----Juliana Rodrigues MoronMestre em Ecologia Aplicada ao Manejo e Conservação de Recursos Naturais / Master of Applied Ecology Management and Natural Resources ConservationLaboratório de Bioacústica e Ecologia Comportamental da UFJF -LABEC / Research Laboratory of Behavioral Ecology and Bioacoustics UFJF -LABECUniversidade Federal de Juiz de Fora - UFJFLattes

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The Marine Mammal Center is Hiring!
by Heather Groninger 28 Oct '15

28 Oct '15

Announcing three employment opportunities at The Marine Mammal Center. Please distribute to your networks and encourage any qualified applicants to apply! Please click on the link below to be taken to the full position descriptions: Satellite Site Operations Managers (2 positions)<http://www.marinemammalcenter.org/about-us/organization-information/jobs/sa…> - one located in Morro Bay, CA (San Luis Obispo Operations) and one in Moss Landing, CA (Monterey Bay Operations) HMS Response Manager & Animal Care Specialist<http://www.marinemammalcenter.org/about-us/organization-information/jobs/hm…> - located in Kailua-Kona, HI The position announcements can be found attached as well. And, please view them on the jobs page of our website here: http://www.marinemammalcenter.org/about-us/organization-information/jobs/ Thanks all, Heather Heather Groninger, M.A. Human Resources Director The Marine Mammal Center 2000 Bunker Road Sausalito, CA 94965 415.289.7348 Fax: 415.754.4048 groningerh(a)tmmc.org<mailto:groningerh@tmmc.org> www.marinemammalcenter.org<http://www.marinemammalcenter.org/> Bring an inspired marine science educator to your school, or bring your school to us for Learning in the Lab! Find out more!<http://www.marinemammalcenter.org/education/school-aged-programs-tours/>

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Spring Marine Mammal Internships with New England Aquarium
by Brendon Dempsey 27 Oct '15

27 Oct '15

Good afternoon everyone, The New England Aquarium is currently seeking candidates for Spring 2016 internships! Applications are being accepted for all positions, but a link to our Marine Mammal internship as well as our Marine Mammal Education and Research internship is below. We hope to receive your application soon! Applications consist of a cover letter, resume, references, a completed questionnaire<http://www.neaq.org/get_involved/volunteering_and_internships/internships/d…>, an unofficial transcript, and a letter of recommendation. Applications may be sent electronically to intern(a)neaq.org<mailto:intern@neaq.org>. Internships are 2-3 days per week for 12-16 weeks. The priority deadline is listed as November 1st but we will continue to accept applications beyond that date; any applications received prior to November 1st receive priority consideration. Marine Mammal Internship<http://www.neaq.org/get_involved/volunteering_and_internships/internships/c…> Marine Mammal Education and Research<http://www.neaq.org/get_involved/volunteering_and_internships/internships/c…> If you have any questions please feel free to reach out or see the links in my signature, below. Best wishes, Brendon Dempsey Intern Coordinator New England Aquarium tel 617.226.2153 BDempsey(a)neaq.org<mailto:BDempsey@neaq.org> www.neaq.org<http://www.neaq.org/> Applying for Internships<http://www.neaq.org/get_involved/volunteering_and_internships/internships/a…> Internship Positions<http://www.neaq.org/get_involved/volunteering_and_internships/internships/c…> Have questions? Internship FAQ<http://www.neaq.org/get_involved/volunteering_and_internships/internships/I…>

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National Marine Life Center Spring Internship Opportunities
by Margot Madden 27 Oct '15

27 Oct '15

We are looking for multiple individuals to fill our vacant Spring 2016 internship positions at the National Marine Life Center. Marine Animal Rehabilitation & Environmental Education Internship The National Marine Life Center (NMLC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to rehabilitating and releasing stranded marine mammals and sea turtles, seals in order to advance science and education in marine wildlife health and conservation. Animal Care Responsibilities- Depending on need and case load, interns will assist with the care of the NMLC rehabilitation patients including seals, sea turtles, and freshwater turtles. Animal Care duties will include animal restraint, cleaning, disinfecting tanks, equipment, and environmental enrichment devices, food preparation, administering feeds including tube feeding, data entry, maintenance and water quality testing. Interns will also assist animal care staff with medical procedures, admission exams, necropsies and release events. Education Responsibilities- Interns will assist with environmental education programs, including on-site programs, off-site programs, fairs, and festivals. Interns will assist in giving public presentations to guests of NMLC and educate them on marine animals and conservation. Interns will assist in the gift shop; assist with various office projects and event promotion. 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 NMLC staff. At the end of the internship, the intern will present the project to the staff, volunteers, and members of the public. Each intern will also be assigned a weekly chore to assist with the upkeep of the facility and equipment, and will be required to attend regularly scheduled intern meetings. Positions are unpaid, interns must have their own transportation, and housing is not provided, but NMLC will offer suggestions. 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 biology, environmental studies, marine science, education, or other related fields. * Intern should demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. * 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. * Spring interns should be available to work from February 2nd-May 31st 2016. * Interns should expect to work 30-40 hours per week which will include early morning and/or late night seal feedings. * If an intern plans to receive school credit for an internship they must notify staff prior to the internship start date, and it will be the responsibility of the applicant to ensure all required paperwork is completed and submitted. To Apply- Send your resume, cover letter, and one letter of reference to Kate Shaffer & Margot Madden at apply(a)nmlc.org or PO Box 269, Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts 02532. Applications must be received by November 30th for the spring semester. Marketing & Community Outreach Internship Opportunity The National Marine Life Center (NMLC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to rehabilitating and releasing stranded marine mammals and sea turtles in order to advancing science and education in marine wildlife health and conservation. The NMLC is seeking a qualified individual interested in pursuing a career in non-profit marketing, development, or management. Responsibilities- . Promoting NMLC's mission through appropriate publications and venues. . Assisting with donor outreach and communications, including donor tracking, follow-up, and upkeep of the donor database. . Updating community and website calendars with upcoming events and educational programs. . Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising events including our annual Mermaid Ball, Feet Fins & Flippers 5K, and The Spectacle of the Trees. Specific activities include: Creating event marketing materials, Writing press releases, Recruiting event sponsors, Recruiting donations for auction and raffle prizes, Helping with event registration and day of preparations . Maintaining social media outlets: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, & Instagram. . Maintaining our Wordpress website. . Research potential funding sources and apply for funding through grants and sponsorship programs. . Update and edit current marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, direct mailings, and educational materials. . Update NMLC's marketing plan, social media policy, media policy, & other communications policies Qualifications- * The internship is open to students who are currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from an accredited college or university. * Preference will be given to students or recent graduates in marketing, communications, or other related fields. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Must be outgoing and personable with good social and conversational skills. * Have knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and social media outlets, including Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, YouTube & blogging * Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. * Intern must be able to commit to at least three months; summer interns should be available from February 2nd-May 29th 2016. * Intern should expect to work 20-24 hours per week, including weekends, evenings, & holidays. * If an intern plans to receive school credit for an internship they must notify staff prior to the internship start date, and it will be the responsibility of the applicant to ensure all required paperwork is completed and submitted. This position is unpaid. Interns must have their own transportation. Housing is not provided, but NMLC will offer suggestions. To Apply: Send your resume, cover letter, and one letter of reference to Kate Shaffer and Margot Madden at apply(a)nmlc.org or PO Box 269, Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts, 02532. Applications must be received by November 30 for the spring semester. Margot Madden Animal Care and Volunteer Coordinator National Marine Life Center P.O. Box 269, 120 Main Street Buzzards Bay, MA 02532-0269 p. (508) 743-9888 X306 f. (508) 759-5477 www.nmlc.org mmadden(a)nmlc.org --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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Judging at the San Francisco Biennial
by Lindsay Porter 27 Oct '15

27 Oct '15

Hallo! The San Francisco 2015 Biennial Conference is just around the corner! The conference committee and reviewers have conducted a phenomenal feat, reviewing and scheduling some 2000 presentations. The Student Awards this year is honored to announce that Sylvia Earle has agreed to present the prizes but before we get to that stage and the champagne ..... we need judges to conduct the on site assessments! We have tried to streamline the process a little this year and shall be providing an online evaluation form as well as trying to match judges to their preferred sessions. In the past many judges have volunteered and we hope that you will do so again this year. Please email the committee and we shall communicate with you directly to start scheduling Looking forward to hearing from you Lindsay, Chris, Julia and Susan 2015 Awards Committee Contact email lindsay.jp(a)gmail.com

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ACS-LA Student Travel Grants to SMM Biennial Conference in December 2015
by ACS-LA.Grants 26 Oct '15

26 Oct '15

The American Cetacean Society, Los Angeles Chapter (ACS-LA) is happy to announce the opening of applications for 2015 Student Travel Grants. The Los Angeles Chapter of the American Cetacean Society (ACS-LA) is offering two travel grants in the amount of $500.00 each to students working or attending school in the greater Los Angeles area who will be attending the 21st Biennial conference on the Biology of Marina Mammals hosted by the Society for Marine Mammalogy (SMM) in San Francisco, CA, this December. The two $500 travel grants will be awarded to two students exhibiting an outstanding commitment to research on marine mammals. Students should either be attending school in Southern California and/or conducting their marine mammal research in Southern California, with priority being given to those attending school and/or working in the greater Los Angeles area. Eligibility: 1. Applicant needs to be a student (undergraduate or graduate) and be giving either an oral or poster presentation at the SMM Biennial. AND 2. Applicant should be attending an accredited institution and living in Southern California with priority being given to students enrolled in a school in the greater Los Angeles area (research projects can be located anywhere world-wide). OR 3. Current research focus should be on Marine Mammals located in or around Southern California with priority being given to work conducted in the greater Los Angeles area. Applications: Applications should include the following: 1. Cover sheet with: a) Title of presentation being given at the SMM Biennial Conference, b) Full copy of the abstract submitted (and accepted) by the SMM committee c) Applicant Contact Information (Name, Address, E-mail, and Phone numbers) d) Current school and major including current supervisor and department 2. Proof that applicant is a student (photo of the front and back of current student ID card) 3. A one-page CV or Resume Deadlines: Deadline for submission is 10 November, 2015. Awards will be announced by 20 November, 2015 Applications should be sent by E-mail to ACSLA.Grants(a)gmail.com. Information about the Los Angeles Chapter of ACS can be found on our website: www.acs-la.org. To join ACS-LA, please go to http://acsonline.org/support-acs/become-member/ and specify the Los Angeles Chapter. For further information about specific chapters and other grant-making programs, please visit the Chapter page of the National American Cetacean Society website: www.acsonline.org. ========================== Christina Tombach Wright ACS-LA Grants Coordinator American Cetacean Society-Los Angeles Chapter ACSLA.grants(a)gmail.com www.acs-la.org

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