An assistant is required to help with the processing of dolphin spatial and temporal distribution data that were collected in Queen Charlotte Sound, NZ. This research forms part of an ongoing PhD study being conducted under the auspices of the Coastal-Marine Research Group (C-MRG) at Massey University, Auckland (http://cmrg.massey.ac.nz). This is great opportunity to gain experience and skills while contributing to an important project. Priority will be given to placing applicants that are available immediately. *Timeframe:* 1-3 Months commencing 1 February 2016 *Location:* Albany, Auckland, New Zealand *Responsibilities:* Major Responsibilities include: - Entry of dolphin sighting and environmental data - Data analysis using GIS - Data manipulation in Microsoft excel - Photo ID work - MINIMAL fieldwork – 1 day per week *Qualifications:* The ideal candidate will have a science background, experience in the aforementioned areas and an interest in marine mammal science. This internship is well-suited for students or recent graduates of marine biology, zoology, ecology or similar fields looking to gain additional analytical experience. He or she must: - Possess basic computer skills - Possess skills in Microsoft excel; experience with ArcGIS, or a desire to gain these skills - Be detail oriented and organized - Be flexible and patient - Be responsible, focused and motivated - Be personable and fluent in English - Make a minimum 1-3 month commitment (~35 hrs/week) to the project - Possess a strong interest in science and a mature attitude toward marine mammal research *Application Process*: If interested please email c.cross@massey.ac.nz with the subject line RESEARCH ASSISTANT Please LIST the following in a CONCISE message: 1) Relevant experience or qualifications 2) The time frame that you are available over the next several months 3) Reasons you want to help with this project 4) The contact info of at least one professional reference that can confirm work ethic and experience 5) Current place of residence Please also attach CV or resume to the email. Applicants will ideally currently reside in NZ. Unfortunately, no monetary compensation or funding for housing is available for this position, so the candidate must be able to support living expenses for the extent of the internship period. Thank you for your interest! Sincerely, *Cheryl L. Cross* PhD Student Coastal-Marine Research Group Institute of Natural and Mathematical Sciences Massey University Private Bag 102 904, North Shore 0745 Auckland, NZ Tel: +64 9 414 0800 EXT 43789 Fax: +64 9 443 9790 Email: c.cross@massey.ac.nz Web: http://www.coastalmarineresearchgroup.com/ <http://www.coastalmarineresearchgroup.com/>