Opportunity Description:
Volunteer positions are available to help an on-going field study on California sea lions in the Gulf of California, Mexico. The project is conducted through Arizona State University and trips depart from Phoenix, AZ. Field work entails collecting detailed behavioral data on tagged and untagged sea lions at rookeries, conducting population censuses, assisting with camp duties, and more.

Field conditions are extreme: it is VERY hot and there are only limited opportunities to swim. Primitive camping in field. Must have own tent, binoculars, basic camping/field gear, keen eye, and positive attitude. Spanish a plus. Details from previous field seasons can be found at: http://www.public.asu.edu/~lrgerbe/.

Applicants will be chosen based on past experience and ability to attend both field trips and training in Phoenix before the first trip. Trip dates are 15-25 of June and July and training is 12-13 of June. Volunteers responsible for transport to/from Phoenix and spending money en route to field site. Field expenses are covered by project and housing in Phoenix immediately before/after each trip may be arranged.

This is a great opportunity to gain experience on behavioral research of marine mammals. Please send resume and list of 2-3 references via email if interested.

For more info, contact:

Julie Young, Ph.D.
School of Life Sciences
Arizona State University, Box 874501
Tempe, AZ 85287-4501 USA
phone: 480.965.9093
fax: 480.965.2519
email: Julie.K.Young@asu.edu
lab: http://sols.asu.edu/faculty/lgerber.php