http://www.pifsc.noaa.gov/hawaiian_monk_seal/
The 2014 field season dates are not yet finalized, and there is a possibility the field season could be cancelled, but there is currently greater certainty that the season will be held. The current tentative cruise departure date will be in early June, with the position begin date around mid to late May. The tentative cruise return date will be in mid to late September, with the end employment date in late September or early October. Field season deployment will last approximately 4 months. In addition to the field deployment, the employment period will include about 1-3 weeks training and packing in Honolulu. Once the field season is over, an additional 1-2 weeks of employment will take place in Honolulu to clean up gear and summarize data. Employment dates will be finalized as soon as possible, and hopefully no later than mid- April. Travel to and from Honolulu and food, lodging, and transportation while in Honolulu are not provided; a listing of potential housing options is available. Transportation between Honolulu and field sites, and food and lodging in the field are provided. Due to unforeseen circumstances, departure delays could result in longer periods in Honolulu that may result in additional uncompensated living expenses.
The number of positions and/or continuation of the program are subject to funding. These positions will be for all or a subset of the 6 major monk seal sub-populations in the NWHI. Fieldwork is accomplished by 2-4 member teams in remote camps. Researchers live in either wall tents or buildings at the various sites. All sites are accessible by ship (2-8 day travel; 830-2,300 km from Honolulu), and one is accessible by plane. Few supply opportunities exist and outside communication is limited.
Employment will be provided by JIMAR, which hires its program and scientific staff through the Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii (RCUH). Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Alien, and must be able to meet both the U.S. Department of Commerce and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) security requirements to access the work location, and also the health requirements to board a NOAA vessel. To search and apply for RCUH positions, refer to the following website:
http://www.rcuh.com/
*CLOSING DATE February 3, 2014 (must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. HST)*
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Please specify in your cover letter:
1) The period you are available
2) Your remote field experience
3) Your animal handling experience
4) Your boating skills
5) Any other skills that are mentioned in the position descriptions or you feel make you a strong candidate for these jobs
The job postings for the JIMAR PIFSC Biological Research Assistant recruitment (for Field Camp Assistant) and JIMAR PIFSC Biological Technician recruitment (for Field Camp Leader) are below. Each position needs to be applied for separately. Please apply directly to RCUH Human Resources following the methods stated in the posting by the appropriate closing date.

