April 2015 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

Project Manager (Marine Science) opportunity! Virginia Beach, VA
by Yager, Keegan 20 Apr '15

20 Apr '15

With HDR EOC's recent win of the five year $75M NAVFAC Marine Species Monitoring contract, our Virginia Beach, VA office is currently in need of another Marine Scientist to assist with this exciting cutting-edge program. The ideal candidates will have Project Manager consulting expertise along with an extensive marine science background with specific interests focused on one or more of the following: marine mammal behavior, abundance, distribution, behavioral responses to stimuli, and/or understanding the effects of underwater sound on marine mammals. This individual must possess excellent communication skills, an established pattern of reliability, strong work ethic, solid time management skills, and a demonstrated history of team-oriented performance. While this position will be focused primarily on assisting our U.S. Navy client, the successful candidate may have the opportunity to assist in a wide range of project management and team support roles with other HDR clients. The ability to manage multiple projects from conception, planning, budgeting, reporting, and completion is key to succeeding in this role. Anticipated concentration of work assignments would be concentrated on the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico Ocean areas. Must be detail oriented to perform work accurately in a team-oriented environment and have the demonstrated ability to direct the work of a variety of scientists; in addition to participating in offshore monitoring activities aboard small boats, aircraft, and large ships. Successful candidates must have a minimum of 3+ years of experience managing scientific research projects focused on marine mammal biology in a consulting or university-related research capacity; ideally this would include a background of direct interface with customers in a combination with Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and Endangered Species Act (ESA) compliance. Knowledge of U.S. Navy training, oil and gas development, construction noise monitoring, or offshore renewable energy activities a plus. Masters Degree or higher in Marine Biology or a related field required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated history of reliability, strong work ethic, solid time management skills are all musts. Travel up to 20% may be required. Applicant's employment is contingent up on their ability to obtain clearance at the 'Secret' level. HDR is an architectural, engineering and consulting firm that excels at complex projects and solving challenges for clients. More than 8,500 professionals, including architects, engineers, consultants, scientists, planners and construction managers, in over 200 locations worldwide, pool their solutions beyond the scope of traditional A/E/C firms. For more information or to apply go to the link below: https://hdr.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=137608 Keegan Yager Regional Recruiter HDR 11 Stanwix St, Suite 800 Pittsburgh, PA 15222 D 412.497.6006 keegan.yager(a)hdrinc.com hdrinc.com/follow-us<http://hdrinc.com/follow-us>

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Proposed Rule to id and list humpback whale distinct population segments under ESA, files 4/21
by Jonathan Shannon - NOAA Federal 20 Apr '15

20 Apr '15

Good afternoon MARMAM, NOAA Fisheries is proposing to revise the listing of the humpback whale under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) based on an extensive status review. Of the 14 distinct population segments identified in the review, two are proposed for listing as threatened, two are proposed for listing as endangered, and 10 are not proposed to be listed under the ESA. Efforts to protect and conserve humpback whales over the last 40 years have been successful and have resulted in growth in most populations of humpback whales. Through our status review, we have determined that ten of the identified DPSs are no longer in danger of extinction (endangered) nor are they likely to become so in the foreseeable future (threatened). NOAA Fisheries is seeking public comments on this proposal in a Federal Register Notice <https://s3.amazonaws.com/public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2015-09010.p…> that will publish on 4/21/2015. The public comment period will be open for 90-days until 7/20/2015. For more information, visit our website <http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/stories/2015/04/04_20_15humpback.html>. Best regards, Jonathan Shannon *Outreach Specialist* NOAA Fisheries Office of Protected Resources U.S. Department of Commerce Office: 301-427-8431 jonathan.shannon(a)noaa.gov *Webhttp://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/pr/ <http://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/pr/>Facebookwww.facebook.com/noaafisheries <http://www.facebook.com/noaafisheries>Twitterwww.twitter.com/noaafisherie <http://www.twitter.com/noaafisheries>sYouTubewww.youtube.com/usnoaafisheriesgov <http://www.youtube.com/usnoaafisheriesgov> The views expressed in this message are my own and do not necessarily reflect any position of NOAA, the Department of Commerce, or the government of the United States.*

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New publication: Bioaccumulation and biomagnification of classical flame retardants, related halogenated natural compounds and alternative flame retardants in three delphinids from Southern European waters.
by Joan Giménez Verdugo 20 Apr '15

20 Apr '15

Dear MARMAM members, We are pleased to announce the following publication: E. Barón, J. Giménez, P. Verborgh, P. Gauffier, R. De Stephanis, E. Eljarrat, D. Barceló. Bioaccumulation and biomagnification of classical flame retardants, related halogenated natural compounds and alternative flame retardants in three delphinids from Southern European waters. Environmental Pollution, Volume 203, August 2015, (on-line) doi:10.1016/j.envpol.2015.03.041 The paper is available online at http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0269749115001712 or https://www.researchgate.net/publication/274952176_Bioaccumulation_and_biom… Best regards, Joan Gimenez -- *Joan Giménez Verdugo* *PhD Student* *Severo Ochoa* Estación Biológica de Doñana (EBD-CSIC) Department of Conservation Biology Americo Vespucio Ave, s/n 41092 Sevilla (Spain) www.ebd.csic.es --- Research Gate: Joan Giménez <https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Joan_Gimenez2> Phone: +34 619 176 849 ü Please consider the environment before printing this E-mail

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Internships at Adriatic Dolphin Project
by Grgur Pleslić 18 Apr '15

18 Apr '15

INTERNSHIP POSITIONS AVAILABLE AT THE ADRIATIC DOLPHIN PROJECT Blue World Institute of Marine Research and Conservation, Croatia, is offering 2 internship positions: one in the region of northern Dalmatia, and one in the Vis archipelago. The selected intern will participate in a boat-based photo-ID study on bottlenose dolphins during the summer of 2015. This is a great opportunity to learn and practice field-work methods, including photo-identification, navigation and behaviour data collection, storage and analysis. The available periods are: * For the project in northern Dalmatia: 27th May 2015 - 30th September 2015 * For the project in Vis archipelago: 01st May 2015 - 10th September 2015 PROJECT BACKGROUND Blue World Institute of Marine Research and Conservation (BWI) runs Adriatic Dolphin Project (ADP) since 1999. This research project focuses on biology and ecology of the bottlenose dolphins and other cetaceans inhabiting the Adriatic Sea. The overall goal of the project is to contribute to protection of cetaceans by providing scientifically established information and promotion of marine environment conservation through public awareness activities. The research on bottlenose dolphins in the Adriatic Sea started in late 1980s, in the area around the island of Lošinj. In 2007 research activities were expanded to Vis archipelago (ADP Vis), an area with no previous information on cetaceans. In 2013 a new project was started in the area of northern Dalmatia (ADP North Dalmatia) with the specific aim to fill the gap between the two existing study areas, provide new data and complement existing data sets. ADP VIS The research around the island of Vis encompasses a large area of marine environment situated in the Central Adriatic. Since the beginning of our activities, we have had a considerable number of sightings of bottlenose dolphins and other cetaceans, constituting a database with more than 700 photographed individuals. This has already allowed us to gain an insight into the local bottlenose dolphin community and to determine their abundance, habitat use and distribution, home range and other aspects of their ecology as well as different anthropogenic influences having an effect on their survival. We strive to continue our efforts to ensure their well-being through further research and monitoring activities. We conduct boat based surveys using an inflatable boat starting from the port of Rukavac, on the southeast side of the island of Vis, depending on weather conditions. ADP NORTH DALMATIA In 2013 a new research project was initiated to include the region of North Dalmatia (ADP ND). This region is situated between the other two study areas of the ADP (Lošinj to the north and Vis to the south). The aim of this study is to gain insight into the status of local bottlenose dolphin population by investigating their abundance, home range, association patterns, habitat use, survival rate and interactions with fisheries and aquaculture. To increase mobility, researchers, volunteers and interns are based on a 13 m wooden boat during 10-day trips. Daily area surveys in search for dolphins are conducted using a 5.2 m RIB. There is a 4-day period spent in homeport (island of Murter) between each 10-days boat trip. WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT The selected intern will receive a detailed training in research procedures at the beginning of the internship. Daily procedures are strongly dependent on current weather conditions. During favourable weather (calm sea) the team is surveying the area in search for dolphins. During these surveys, the intern will assist researchers in searching and collection of photo-identification, navigation and behaviour data. Daily area surveys usually last between 3 and 5 hours, but can sometimes last up to 10 or even 12 hours. Upon returning to the base (boat or land), the intern helps out in storing and sorting the collected data and general housekeeping as well as boat and equipment maintenance tasks. During bad weather the intern will work together with researchers on data sorting and analysis. After the daily tasks are completed, the whole team has time off. This time off can be spent visiting the nearby towns and small traditional fishermen villages, or simply enjoying the sun, swimming and relaxing. Participation also provides an opportunity to use part of the collected data set for writing a BSc or MSc thesis, under supervision of your respective mentor and in co-mentorship of Blue World Institute's researchers. REQUIREMENTS * Background in biology, ecology or related fields (currently studying or recently graduated) * Strong interest in cetacean research * Team spirit * Ability to work long hours in summer heat * No sea-sickness * Be able to swim * English speaking * Good computer literacy * Be adaptable and ready to share accommodation NOT REQUIRED BUT DESIRED * Previous experience in cetacean research, particularly boat-based field work * Knowledge of photo-identification theory and practice * Skilled in GIS software and MS Excel * Small boat license or experience of driving it AVAILABLE DATES Selected intern will receive a detailed training at the beginning of internship. Therefore, only candidates who can commit minimum of 30 days will be considered. Availability for longer period is preferred. For ADP Vis: Start date: 01st of May End date: 10th of September For ADP North Dalmatia Start date: 25th of May 2015 End date: 30th of September 2015 COSTS In case you are chosen for a position, you will be provided with food and accommodation on Vis Island for the duration of your stay. All other expenses, including costs of the trip to the island, insurance (health and other), daily allowance, etc. are not provided. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide financial support for your participation in ADP North Dalmatia. Therefore, the selected intern will have to cover trip costs to and from the field base as well as living expenses and food. In Murter, which is the home port of the research boat, accommodation can be found from cca. 20 EUR a day. During the 10-day boat trips, the intern will have to compensate food, insurance and harbour fee costs at a fixed rate of 5 EUR per day. TO APPLY There is no deadline. Candidates will be selected based on their CVs and first come - first served basis. Please, send an e-mail with your CV and a short text expressing your interest to: For ADP Vis - <mailto:info@plavisvijet-vis.hr> info(a)plavisvijet-vis.hr or <mailto:jure.miocicstosic@blue-world.org> jure.miocicstosic(a)blue-world.org For ADP North Dalmatia - <mailto:grgur.pleslic@blue-world.org> grgur.pleslic(a)blue-world.org You can find more details about the project here: For ADP Vis - <http://www.blue-world.org/en/science/vis/> http://www.blue-world.org/en/science/vis/ For ADP North Dalmatia - <http://www.blue-world.org/en/science/north_dalmatia/> http://www.blue-world.org/en/science/north_dalmatia/ Grgur Pleslić Senior Researcher Blue World Institute http://www.blue-world.org <http://www.blue-world.org/>

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MMO & PAM positions in UK waters (Recruitment)
by Recruitment 18 Apr '15

18 Apr '15

_*MMO & PAM positions in UK waters (Recruitment)*_ Dear MMOs and PAM operators, Ocean Science Consulting (OSC) invites applications for imminent contracts in UK waters. [OSC operates worldwide and opportunities elsewhere arise periodically, so general applications are also welcome.] Subject to suitable qualifications and experience, work is typically awarded on a first-come-first-served basis. Due to the volume of recruitment mail, we are unable to respond to all applicants, sorry, so please do not expect an acknowledgement. We also cannot respond to specific questions about contracts, as this information is reserved for successful applicants only. Please apply by email only to recruitment(a)osc.co.uk; recruitment enquiries to other OSC email addresses will be deleted. Please feel free to circulate this email amongst colleagues looking for work. If the applicant is not already on our database, we will require a CV (ideally Word format) that includes, inter alia, a current phone number, with copies (ideally JPEGs) of offshore survival and medical certs including any vaccinations (all of which should be listed on CVs along with expiry details for quick reference), passport, any resident permit(s), any visa(s), driver's licence(s), and degree certs. Only a CV is required in the first instant for short-listing candidates, so the rest is optional. Clients are increasingly requesting evidence of any science / engineering degrees (e.g. marine biology, oceanography, acoustics, signal processing), so be prepared to follow up immediately with necessary documents in the event that you receive a phone call. If applicants have provided documents previously, they are already on file and should not resend them; unfortunately, when the same applicants regularly email the same attached documents, we have to delete these emails as they clog up our inbox/server; however, we do encourage all previous applicants to send us updated CVs or replacement scans for expired offshore survival/medical certs, or simply contact us to provide an update on availability. Thanks and kind regards, -- Recruitment OSC Limited Ocean House 4 Brewery Lane Belhaven, Dunbar East Lothian, Scotland EH42 1PD T: +44 (0)1368 865 722 W: www.osc.co.uk

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New paper on western gray whales migrating to the eastern North Pacific
by Irvine, Ladd 17 Apr '15

17 Apr '15

Dear All, We are pleased to announce the publication of our manuscript 'Critically endangered western gray whales migrate to the eastern North Pacific.' In the journal Biology Letters. Full Citation: Mate BR, Ilyashenko VY, Bradford AL, Vertyankin VV, Tsidulko GA, Rozhnov VV, Irvine LM. 2015 Critically endangered western gray whales migrate to the eastern North Pacific. Biol. Lett. 11: 20150071. http://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsbl.2015.0071 Abstract: Western North Pacific gray whales (WGWs), once considered extinct, are critically endangered with unknown migratory routes and reproductive areas. We attached satellite-monitored tags to seven WGWs on their primary feeding ground off Sakhalin Island, Russia, three of which subsequently migrated to regions occupied by non-endangered eastern gray whales (EGWs). A female with the longest-lasting tag visited all three major EGW reproductive areas off Baja California, Mexico, before returning to Sakhalin Island the following spring. Her 22,511 km round-trip is the longest documented mammal migration and strongly suggests that some presumed WGWs are actually EGWs foraging in areas historically attributed to WGWs. The observed migration routes provide evidence of navigational skills across open water that break the near-shore north-south migratory paradigm of EGWs. Despite evidence of genetic differentiation, these tagging data indicate that the population identity of whales off Sakhalin Island needs further evaluation. PDF requests can be sent to me at ladd.irvine(a)oregonstate.edu<mailto:ladd.irvine@oregonstate.edu> Cheers, Ladd Ladd Irvine Sr. Faculty Research Assistant Oregon State University Marine Mammal Institute Hatfield Marine Science Center 2030 S Marine Science Dr. Newport, OR 97365 Phone: 541-867-0394 www.mmi.oregonstate.edu

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Biology of Marine Mammals – University of Hawaii at Hilo Summer Course
by Dr. Jason Turner 15 Apr '15

15 Apr '15

Aloha all, UH-Hilo will be offering Biology of Marine Mammals (MARE 390/390L) this summer from June 22 – July 31. The course will provide a Comprehensive investigation of a diverse group of highly adapted marine vertebrates. Whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, sea lions, walruses, manatees, dugongs, sea otters and polar bears will be covered. Focus will be on taxonomy, anatomy and physiology, behavior, reproductive ecology, adaptations to the marine environment, and conservation and management. Field and lab techniques employed by professional marine mammal biologists including shore and boat-based surveys, photo-identification, and acoustic sampling. Investigations will focus on local species of marine mammals. Attached is a copy of the UH-Hilo Marine Science Summer Catalog along with a flyer with the course description along with a few pics from the lab. Please forward to any and all students who might be interested in a summer course in Hawaii. You can also contact me at jpturner(a)hawaii.edu if you have any questions. With much aloha, Jason -- Associate Professor Department of Marine Science University of Hawai‘i at Hilo 200 W. Kawili St. Hilo, HI 96720 (808) 932-7598 www.foodweb.uhh.hawaii.edu

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Masters Student Project - walrus
by Lori Polasek 15 Apr '15

15 Apr '15

Agency: University of Alaska Fairbanks Location: Fairbanks, AK (classes) and Seward, AK (research) Job Category: Masters Student Project Website: http://www.alaskasealife.org/New/education/VFT/WATCHING%20WALRUS/WalrusVFT_… Timing/Funding: Estimated 1 year of classes and 1-2 years for data analysis and write up. In year 1, student will have a Teaching Assistantship and has the opportunity to work as a seasonal technician. Funding for subsequent semesters is pending, but not guaranteed. Start Date: Fall of 2015 Last Date to Apply: April 30th, 2015 Description: An opportunity for a Master of Science project working on currently in-hand Pacific walrus data. Photographic images have been captured for three years documenting walrus presence and abundance at 5 summer terrestrial haulout locations in Alaska. The project would investigate abundance within and between haulout sites, assess accuracy of various animal counting methods, and compare recent abundance to historical. There are no expected field opportunities at this time. Qualifications: Student must have good grades (~3.5) and GRE (above 50%) scores. Experience working with Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word preferred. Basic statistical understanding desired. Application: If interested, please send an email of interest with GRE scores and resume. Application materials must be received by April 30, 2015 for consideration for the 2015 Fall semester. Contact Person: Dr. Lori Polasek Contact email: lorip(a)alaskasealife.org

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UNDERWATER ACOUSTICS IN THE MARINE ENVIRONMENT COURSE - June 25-27, Houston, USA
by Sam Nichols 15 Apr '15

15 Apr '15

Seiche Training is bringing its internationally-respected Underwater Acoustics course to Houston, USA, this June. UNDERWATER ACOUSTICS IN THE MARINE ENVIRONMENT This 3 day course equips delegates with a thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of underwater acoustics. It then focuses on developing clear, quantitative understanding of the issues involved in the impact of acoustics on marine wildlife. The course will be delivered by leading scientists and experts in this field. *Who is it for?* Regulators, environmental consultants and policy/environmental professionals within industry. The course will be particularly useful in providing a better understanding of reports that delegates either have to deliver or receive from clients. *IMarEST*This course has been granted official CPD recognition by the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST). Course Modules Introduction to Acoustics & Underwater Acoustics Key Quantities, Units & Dimensions Decibels Reflection & Transmission at Boundaries Ocean Environments – The Seas Man-Made Noise in the Ocean Hearing Response of Marine Wildlife Biological Sources of Sound Impacts of Noise on Marine Life Sound Field Modelling Methods of Assessment of Impacts Environmental Stream Tutorial Environmental Regulation & Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Explosive & Impulsive Sources Mitigation of the Effects of Sound of Marine Wildlife Emerging Studies Dr Paul Lepper will lead this Underwater Acoustics in the Marine Environment course. Paul specializes in underwater acoustics, bioacoustics and underwater technologies, including acoustic and optical underwater systems, sound field measurement, modelling and simulation. He has been working on assessing hearing abilities of marine mammals, the acoustic impact of noise on marine fauna, assessing noise from small leisure craft, offshore windfarm developments and petroleum platforms, the use of acoustic deterrents, systems for long-term noise field assessment and passive detection of marine species and the use of various propagation models for sound field assessment. For more information and details, contact Sarah Hancock, Seiche Training, using s.hancock(a)seiche.com www.seiche.com

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Translation of Cyrillic paper by Sokalov and Rodinov 1974
by Moyna Muller 15 Apr '15

15 Apr '15

Dear All I have a paper written in Cyrillic by V. E. Sokalov and V. A. Rodinov, 1974: Morphofunctional patterns of shoulder girdle muscles in the Black Sea dolphins. Zoologial Journal. 53 (5). p. 756-768. I am desperately trying to get either a translation of the paper or somebody who might be able to translate it for me. Anybody able to help? Thanks Moyna Moyna Müller PhD student Geology Department University of Otago New Zealand e-mail: moyna.muller(a)otago.ac.nz

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