Spring and Summer Marine Mammal Placement in the Southern Adriatic SeaWe are
looking for enthusiastic volunteers for a marine mammal placement under the
Marine Mammals Research Association and National History of Montenegro in
Montenegro for spring and summer 2017. Montenegro Dolphin Project is the first
year round study and aim to address the questions on cetacean abundance,
distribution and behaviour through boat and land surveys. The project provides
an excellent opportunity for post-grads, students and individuals interested in
getting more experience and knowledge in the field of marine mammal research,
with courses on ArcGIS, theodolite operation, DISCOVERY and behavioural
sampling. VOLUNTEERS are primarily responsible for behavioural data collection,
theodolite operation, photographing cetacean individuals and cataloging dolphin
pictures, data entry. Training will be provided beforehand. The land surveys
will be min of twice a week and boat surveys will be once a week, depending on
the weather. There will be an opportunity to undertake a personal research
project and write a publication supervised by the project director.
REQUIREMENTS Knowledge on marine mammal species is advantage. Practical
experience of photo-identification (both photography and matching) and
theodolite operation is desirable. The applicant must be fluent in English,
proficient with database and word processing software and be willing to learn
new software applications. Volunteers must be self-motivated, with the drive
and determination to work independently and responsibly, and with a true
interest in marine conservation. The minimum duration of the placements is
normally 2 complete months. We may make exceptions for potential participants
to apply for a shorter placement. PROJECT FEE This position is unpaid and
requires a contribution fee of 550 euro per month, which covers the
accommodation, equipment, training and working expenses for the participants.
Participants should cover their own travel expenses to Montenegro where all
projects start/end.
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TO APPLY Send CV and cover letter by e-mail to [email protected]. Aylin
Akkaya BaşProject DirectorDeniz Memelileri Araştırma Derneği (DMAD)Marine
Mammals Research Association+90
[email protected]http://www.dmad.org.tr/
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