This job is ideal for someone who enjoys being outdoors, on
 the waters of the Bay of Fundy collecting information about
 the Great Whales, but doesnt mind spending time in the Lab
 organizing the data and summarizing it.  It is important
 that the person becomes involved in the work, i.e. likes
 nature and has an interest in Whales.  Most any University
 background will do.  The person will learn everything they
 need to know, on the job, from Dr. Chuck Schom.

 The St. Andrews Fisheries Research Laboratory, in
 conjunction with Surge Inc., is operating a Great Whale
 Research Program.  The incumbent will collect data on daily
 research trips.  The Technician will record the sounds the
 Whales make on the surface and underwater, take photographs
 of the Whales and keep a GPS Record of where the Whales were
 spotted.  On occasion other data may have to be collected.

 Having some photographic experience would be an asset.

 As 2 to 6 other people are on the trip with us the
 Information Officer portion of the job means that the
 incumbent explains about the Marine Ecosystem, where the
 Great Whales fit in it, what we are doing and why we are
 collecting the information we are recording.

 For information about the research program and the tours
 please visit www.whale-watch.ca.

 This position is funded through a grant from the Canadian
 Federal Government and carries with it the requirement that
 the person attended University full time last term and plans
 to return as a full time student in September.  Further, the
 person, at the time they apply, must be eligible to work in
 Canada.

 The person will work out of St. Andrews, New Brunswick, a
 Tourist and Research Community located on Passamaquoddy Bay,
 i.e. in the South West corner of the Bay of Fundy.  The rate
 of pay is $7.50 Canadian per hour for at an expected 40 hour
 week.  The incumbent will keep track of their own hours
 worked.

 Contact

 Dr. Chuck Schom
 Project Director
 St. Andrews Fisheries Research Laboratory Inc/Surge Inc
 St. Andrews, NB
 (506) 529-4233
 tcougar5@...

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VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANT needed from 15 Jul - 15 Sep 2004 approx. for a
study on the role of rainforest refugia and environmental gradients in
driving divergence in bird song. Study sites will be several national parks
in Uganda. Key study species are the Little Greenbul (Andropadus virens),
Green Hylia (Hylia prasina) and Yellow-rumped (Pogoniulus bilineatus) and
Yellow-throated Tinkerbirds (Pogoniulus subsulfureus)     Work will be
conducted in pristine rainforest and habitat mosaics in Uganda. The aim of
the project is to obtain recordings of the study species from National Parks
such as Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi Impenetrable, Semliki, Murchison Falls and
Kibale, as well as Semliki Wildlife Reserve and Budongo Forest Reserve.
Playback experiments will also be carried out. Observations of bird
behavior, habitat type, and relevant ecological factors will need to be
taken. Applicants should have field experience working with birds and be
prepared for the conditions in a tropical rainforest, and maintain a
positive and energetic attitude. We will be working long hours, starting at
dawn, and conditions could be hot and humid. Biting insects are likely to be
abundant in places, and necessary precautions will need to be taken against
malaria and other tropical diseases. Some sites will involve camping in the
forest with few basic facilities. Applicants must be able to hike for
distances of several miles on some days. Times and schedules may vary, so
flexibility is important. Equipment to be used includes recorders and
microphones, a playback device with speaker, GPS, laptop computer for data
analysis and of course binoculars. Food and accommodation will be provided,
but assistant will need to provide airfare to and from Entebbe, Uganda. This
could be a great adventure for the right candidate, providing the
opportunity to observe some of the extraordinary wildlife in Uganda, as well
as getting some excellent field experience.  Please send cover letter,
resume and list of 3 references to ALEX KIRSCHEL (EM: akirschel@...),
Department of Organismic Biology, Ecology and Evolution, UCLA, for further
details. Fieldwork is due to begin approx. 15 Jul 2004, so a decision must
be made by 30 Jun 2004.

 

 

VOLUNTEER FIELD ORNITHOLOGISTS needed for Long Point Bird Observatory's
Migration Monitoring Program. Located on the north shore of Lake Erie, Long
Point is one of the last wild areas left in southern Ontario. It is
internationally recognized as a World Biosphere Reserve and a Globally
Important Bird Area, and supports a fantastic diversity of habitats, plants
and animals. During migration huge numbers of birds (and monarch
butterflies) are funnelled down Long Point. Founded in 1960, Long Point Bird
Observatory (LPBO) is North America's oldest bird observatory. The core
program is centered on monitoring populations of migrating birds through
daily census and banding routines at three field stations. Volunteers
staying for at least 1 month have food and accommodation fees waived.
Short-term volunteers are required to pay a nominal fee covering housing and
food. Up to 14 volunteers are required for the fall (10 Aug to 15 Nov) field
seasons.  Previous ornithological work (including bird banding) and
excellent bird identification skills are preferred, but not absolutely
essential. All participants will experience intensive and diverse training
in field ornithological techniques. International applicants with good
English skills are encouraged to apply. For applications or more
information, contact: the Landbird Program Coordinator, Bird Studies Canada,
Long Point Bird Observatory, P.O. Box 160, Port Rowan, Ontario, Canada N0E
1M0 (PH: 519-586-3531, FX: 519-586-3532, EM: lpbo@...). Visit our
web site (URL:  http://www.bsc-eoc.org/lpbo/lpbovol.html) for more
information about the volunteer programs at Long Point Bird Observatory and
a downloadable application form.

 

 

VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANT needed for a project in Darwin, tropical
Australia, on sex-role reversal in Pheasant Coucals, from the beginning of
Dec 2004 to the end of Mar 2005. Food and accommodation is provided.  I am
looking for 1 or 2 experienced assistants, who enjoy taking responsibility
for their part of the project. Enthusiasm for field work is critical since
even at 5 am the temperature in Darwin is around 30 degrees and rain is
plenty. Also you should not be more afraid than necessary of snakes, crocs
and deadly spiders. On the up side the study area is close to some of the
most amazing National Parks of Northern Australia. Applicants should have
experience in finding nests and mistnetting. Only applications for a minimum
period of 2 months will be considered. Please e-mail a CV (including the
e-mail addresses of 2 referees) and why you want to volunteer in the project
to GOLO MAURER (EM: golo.maurer@... homepage:
http://www.anu.edu.au/BoZo/Golo) 

 

 

VOLUNTEER FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS needed for research project on breeding
biology and behavior of communally-nesting Smooth-Billed Anis (Cuckoo
family) in tropical dry forest of South-Western Puerto Rico. One to two
volunteers needed from 7 Sep 2004 to early Jan 2005 (dates are flexible),
minimum commitment is 3 months. General Description: Successful applicants
will primarily assist with mist-netting, marking and conducting behavioral
observations (using radio-telemetry, telescope or binoculars).
Qualifications: Most importantly must be interested, self-motivated,
independent, and willing to work seven days a week, early mornings and long
hours in hot (but dry) and sunny field conditions. Other assets include
being able to distinguish colored leg bands at a distance in the field and
ability to learn new skills quickly (use of radio-telemetry equipment and
mist-nets). Prior experience with birds, CPR and first aid training is
preferred but not required. Assistants must cover travel expenses to Puerto
Rico, however travel within Puerto Rico between field sites, food and
comfortable lodging are provided. Email (preferred) or write to: GREGORY
SCHMALTZ, McMaster University, Department of Biology, Hamilton, ON, Canada,
L8S 4K1; (EM: schmalg@...). Please include a resumé, your reasons
for applying for this position and the names and email addresses of 3
references who can fairly evaluate your qualifications. Applicants must be
highly motivated and in good physical condition. This is an excellent
opportunity for recent undergraduates considering graduate school or anyone
interested in building strong skills in avian behavioral research.