NEEDED: VOLUNTEER FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS - ORIOLES IN TROPICAL MEXICO October - 1 December 2006 (2 months) --2 positions-- for research on plumage signaling and territorial behavior of Streak-backed Oriole in tropical Mexico (Sierra de Huautla). General Description: Successful applicants will primarily assist with capturing, marking, and conducting behavioral observations. Additional duties will include: establishing territorial boundaries, GPS mapping, behavioral observations of caged orioles, and data entry. Assistants must be: confident in distinguishing colored leg bands at a distance in the field, self-motivated, able to think and work independently, able to work well with others, and must be comfortable living in a small town in a third-world country. Must also be willing to partake in manipulative research with animals. Spanish language experience preferred but not required. Room and board provided (transportation costs to and from field site are paid by assistants). Study site is located in the charming pueblo of Huautla, Morelos, tucked in the heart of the Sierra de Huautla. This project offers great biological training and experience, and also rich cultural emersion.
Contact TROY G, MURPHY, Email (preferred): [EMAIL PROTECTED], or write: Postdoctoral Research Associate, Dept. of Biological Sciences, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, 1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250. Please include a summary of your background and interests, your reasons for applying, and the names and email addresses of 3 people who can fairly evaluate your qualifications. REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS BEGINS IMMEDIATELY.
