A volunteer fieldworker for a project on maternal effects in birds, April-June/July in Turku, Finland
We study the function and plasticity of maternally-derived egg hormones in wild bird populations. The work includes monitoring nest-box populations of breeding great tits and pied flycatchers, bird catching, ringing, (likely blood sampling) and measuring birds. There will also be some work with captive quail. The work will be conducted in a next box population in deciduous and mixed forests in Turku, Finland. We are looking for a motivated, hard-working, punctual person to join the team. The work will include fieldwork in very early mornings and weekends. Previous experience in bird handling is very much appreciated, but not absolutely necessary. Travel costs (from Europe) will be covered. Contact: Dr. Suvi Ruuskanen ([email protected]). Dept of Biology, University of Turku, Finland
