[MARMAM] Whale Watch Education and Research Internship Gloucester, MA
Cape Ann Whale Watch is accepting applications for its Field Research and Environmental Education Internship. Based in Gloucester, MA and partnered with Planet Whale, our whale watch boat takes between 150 and 250 passengers a day on whale watches in and around the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. We work to educate passengers about marine life and the oceans to foster a sense of importance and personal responsibility in doing a part to contribute to the wellbeing and conservation of the environment. This internship will allow you to gain hands-on experience in research, educational techniques, and the general workings of being on a whale watch boat. Interns are the core of the education program at Cape Ann Whale Watch. They work collaboratively with the naturalist to help accomplish our goal of educating people about whales and fostering a stronger appreciation and respect for whales and the ocean environment. Educators circulate the boat with hands-on teaching tools to educate the public about whales and their environment. Once the actual whale watching begins, the naturalist provides educational interpretive commentary while the interns collect data on whale behavior and identification for our research. Interns work 1-2 whale watch trips per day, four to five days per week. In addition to using teaching tools (such as a sample of whale baleen or a 3-D model of Stellwagen Bank), interns are available to answer passengers’ questions on a wide variety of topics- everything from whale behavior to ocean conservation. Interns are also expected to help with the general functioning of the whale watch vessel and provide a harbor tour to passengers at the beginning of each trip. In addition to responsibilities during whale watch trips, interns are expected to attend and participate in weekly meetings, which cover topics of interest and relevance, and also provide opportunity for reflection and development among the group of educators. Finally, interns are expected to complete a project of their choice- past examples include creating a new teaching tool or developing a slide show for passengers to view while on board. Past interns have received degrees in biology, psychology, education, French, history, philosophy, etc. *You don’t need to be a biology major to apply, and prior experience is not required- training is provided on the job!* We are looking for individuals who will make the most of the amazing opportunities this internship provides. This internship is geared for college students and recent college graduates, however, anyone who is interested in helping Cape Ann Whale Watch and the educators/researchers or in learning about whales is encouraged to apply. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about whales and the ocean environment. Applicants for this position should feel comfortable with public speaking, teaching in small groups, and working with the general public. The application deadline is March 1, *however early application is strongly encouraged.* Applicants will be notified by the end of March. The whale watching season begins in early May and it runs through October. During this time, we ask that people can devote at least 10 weeks to the internship. This is an unpaid internship, and housing is not provided, but we will work with all the interns to find something suitable. It is your responsibility to arrange for college credit if you choose to do so. If you are interested please send a resume, cover letter, two written letters of recommendation, and an unofficial transcript to: lauralill...@gmail.com or Cape Ann Whale Watch PO BOX 345 Gloucester, Ma 01930 Attn: Laura For any further questions, contact Laura at the email address provided. -- Laura Lilly (978) 302-5802 ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Research assistants needed for Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin study (photo-id + genetic sampling) in Perth, Western Australia, from March 2015
Seeking field assistants for research on Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin in Perth, Western Australia Due to last minute change, I am seeking for 1 or 2 field assistants from March 2015 until June 2015. Project title: Assessment of the population of bottlenose dolphins within the Perth metropolitan waters. This project aims to assess dolphin abundance, residency, ranging patterns and genetic connectivity within an area encompassing over a four-year period. Sampling effort is stratified across four zones (Cockburn Sound, Owen Anchorage, Gage Roads, and the Swan-Canning Estuary) and across all four austral seasons (spring, summer, autumn, winter). This will be our last season of fieldwork, so perhaps one of our busier and exciting with a lot of photo-id surveys and genetic sampling to do. Location: Cetacean Research Unit, Murdoch University, Perth, Western Australia. Duties: - Assisting with boat-based photo-identification surveys of bottlenose dolphins, including operating small vessel during surveys, collecting environmental, location, and behavioural data for dolphin groups. Expect early starts, hot weather, up to 11 hours on the water for multiple consecutive days, and up to a week between days off; - Photo-identification of dolphins in the lab. Prerequisites: - Enthusiasm for field work on a boat is essential (long hours and natural environment conditions); - Experience of working on and driving a small boat (essential); - Experience of photo-ID survey techniques (highly desirable); - No history of debilitation seasickness (essential). Expenses: This is an unpaid position. Travel to/from, accommodation, and food for applicants will be at their own charges. Please submit resume and cover letter to d.chaba...@murdoch.edu.aumailto:d.chaba...@murdoch.edu.au. Delphine Delphine Chabanne Ph.D. candidate Murdoch University Cetacean Research Unit School of Veterinary and Life Sciences Murdoch University, Western Australia Murdoch, WA 6150, Australia http://mucru.org/group-members/delphine-chabanne/ http://mucru.org/research-projects/coastal-and-estuarine-dolphin-project/ [mucru-with-murdoch-WHITEBACKGROUND] ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Summer Internships at New England Aquarium
We are now accepting application for summer internships with New England Aquarium! Our priority deadline is January 31st! We are accepting applications for positions throughout the Aquarium including the following: Marine Mammal Education and Research Internship http://www.neaq.org/get_involved/volunteering_and_internships/internshi ps/complete_list_of_internships/position_details.php?id=101 Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Rescue Internship http://www.neaq.org/get_involved/volunteering_and_internships/internshi ps/complete_list_of_internships/position_details.php?id=41 Marine Mammal Internship http://www.neaq.org/get_involved/volunteering_and_internships/internshi ps/complete_list_of_internships/position_details.php?id=34 All internships work alongside experts in their field and provide excellent opportunities to gain first-hand knowledge. All positions are unpaid. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out or see the links in my signature, below. Best wishes, Brendon Dempsey Intern Coordinator New England Aquarium tel 617.226.5235 int...@neaq.org mailto:int...@neaq.org www.neaq.org http://www.neaq.org/ Applying for Internships http://www.neaq.org/get_involved/volunteering_and_internships/internshi ps/applying_for_an_internship.php Internship Positions http://www.neaq.org/get_involved/volunteering_and_internships/internshi ps/complete_list_of_internships/index.php Have questions? Internship FAQ http://www.neaq.org/get_involved/volunteering_and_internships/internshi ps/Internship_FAQs.php ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Beneath the Waves Film Festival Second Call
Dear Interested Filmmakers, The deadline to submit a film to the Beneath the Waves film festival is approaching quickly! Please submit your film by January 31, 2015. If you have a story to tell about the marine environment, we would love to hear from you. Whether you’re a first-time filmmaker or a professional, we’d love to hear about what interests you about the ocean. Details about submission follow. If you can think of anyone who may be interested, please forward them this call. Thank you, and we look forward to showing your best stories. -The Beneath the Waves Team Details: Please visit www.beneaththewavesfilmfest.org/submit-a-film/http://www.beneaththewavesfilmfest.org/submit-a-film/ for instructions on submitting and www.beneaththewavesfilmfest.org/festivals/http://www.beneaththewavesfilmfest.org/festivals/ for films shown in recent festivals. Length Beneath the Waves accepts short films (10 minutes) to show at all of our festivals. However, if your film is greater than 10 minutes, we will still consider it. Language We prefer films in English, but films in other languages are also acceptable if they have English subtitles. Format We prefer digital submissions addressed to collecti...@beneaththewaves.orgmailto:collecti...@beneaththewaves.org using a common compression format. We also require the film to be distributed over a video sharing service (i.e. YouTube, Vimeo, etc.). Contact If you have any questions about submission criteria or how to submit, please contact us at collecti...@beneaththewaves.orgmailto:collecti...@beneaththewaves.org ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Marine Mammal Observer Training Course for New Zealand, February/March 2015
[cid:image004.jpg@01CFA74D.55C2E4B0] Pro-MMO NZ Training Course Gardline Environmental Ltd is a MMO training course provider for New Zealand approved by New Zealand's Department of Conservation (DOC). The Pro-MMO NZ entirely meets the requirements of the curriculum outlined in the '2013 Code of Conduct for Minimising Acoustic Disturbance to Marine Mammals from Seismic Survey Operations'. This dedicated training programme is devoted to producing competent, professional marine mammal observers, capable of implementing the requirements of the Code, in terms of mitigation as well as scientific data collection, during seismic operations within New Zealand waters. MMO training for New Zealand is the most comprehensive and stringent in the world with extensive theoretical and practical requirements. The course consists of a series of extensive modules which are available through interactive distance learning prior to the practical component. Candidates will need to be able to complete the theory modules during the time frame outlined below and be available for the practical field days in New Zealand. The course is designed to be of benefit to both experienced and inexperienced MMOs. Candidates who successfully complete this course will be certified as 'trained' observers as per standards in the Code. After gaining a minimum of 12 weeks of experience working on seismic surveys in New Zealand, trained observers will then advance to the status of 'qualified' observers. The course dates and place: a) Distance learning 23rd February - 17th March 2015 b) Field based 18th- 20th March Auckland, New Zealand The course cost: £1250 or AUD $ 2350 The course fee includes both distance learning and field based component, lecture and handout material and ID book. Application: Application forms and more information about the course can be obtained by contacting Maja Nimak-Wood maja.nimak-w...@gardline.commailto:maja.nimak-w...@gardline.com Deadline for applications: 2nd February 2014 Due to high interest in this course and limited number of places, we encourage you to apply early. Maja Nimak-Wood Senior Marine Mammal Scientist Gardline Environmental Limited Endeavour House, Admiralty Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 3NG Tel: +44 (0)1493 845600 Fax:+44 (0)1493 852106 www.gardlinemarinesciences.comhttp://www.gardlinemarinesciences.com/ [cid:image003.jpg@01CFA74A.D6B77700] Gardline Environmental Limited is part of the Gardline Group of Companies Registered in England No.04589816 | VAT Registration No. 640 4800 66 Registered office: Endeavour House, Admiralty Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 3NG CONFIDENTIALITY - This e-mail and any attached files contain information that is confidential and/or may be subject of legal privilege, intended only for use by the addressee(s). If you are not the intended recipient or the person responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, please be advised that you have received this message in error and that any dissemination, copying or use of this message or attachment is strictly forbidden, as is the disclosure of the information therein. If you have received this message in error please notify the sender immediately and preserve this confidentiality by deleting the message. No binding contract will result from this e-mail until and unless an officer, on behalf of the sender, signs a written document. Sender accepts no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of this message as it has been transmitted over public networks. Unless otherwise specifically stated any views or opinions are solely those of the author and do not represent those of the sender Company. _ This email has been scanned by the MessageLabs Email Security System, on behalf of the Gardline Group of Companies. For more information please visit http://www.symanteccloud.com MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] WDC Award - REMINDER
A TIMELY REMINDER FOR ALL CETACEAN RESEARCHERS Dear MARMAM'ers, WDC is delighted to announce the 2015 WDC Bharathi Viswanathan Award for Innovative and Non-Invasive Research. WDC strives to ensure that benign research methods are promoted as a guiding principle, both for the organisation and the researchers that we fund. Up to £5,000 is available for the recipient of this annual award. The only restrictions that apply are that the project must utilize only non-invasive techniques and ultimately aim to benefit the conservation management or welfare of whales and/or dolphins. Applications must be on a WDC Research Award Form (see websitehttp://uk.whales.org/wdc-in-action/wdc-award-for-innovative-and-non-invasive-research) and will be accepted at any time until the closing date, mid-day (GMT) February 14th 2015. The Award recipient will be chosen by March 14th 2015. Through this Award, WDC aims to showcase non-invasive research methodologies, highlighting the fact that many of these methods provide scientific data of excellent quality, whilst also promoting the development of innovative and non-invasive approaches towards studying cetaceans. Please visit our website for more details and application forms. http://uk.whales.org/wdc-in-action/wdc-award-for-innovative-and-non-invasive-research Good luck, Nicola [WDC - Whale and Dolphin Conservation]http://www.whales.org Nicola Hodgins Head of science and research Telephone: +44 (0)1249 449 537 Mobile: +44 (0)7841 497 597 Skype: nicola.hodgins WDC, Whale and Dolphin Conservation Brookfield House, 38 St Paul Street Chippenham Wiltshire SN15 1LJ United Kingdom whales.orghttp://whales.org [WDC on Facebook]http://www.facebook.com/whales.org [WDC on Twitter] http://www.twitter.com/WHALES_org [WDC on YouTube] http://www.youtube.com/wdcsuk [WDC Blogs] http://whales.org/en/blog [WDC E-Newsletter] http://whales.org/en/newsletter Whale and Dolphin Conservation (“WDC”) is a company registered in England and Wales (No. 02737421) and a registered charity (in England and Wales No. 1014705, in Scotland No. SC040231) WDC Shop is a trading name of WDCS (Trading) Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales (No. 02593116) Registered office : Brookfield House, 38 St. Paul Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 1LJ. Tel: +44 (0)1249 449 500 This message is private and confidential. If you have received this message in error, please notify us and remove it from your system. ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Marine Mammal Research Internship
*Summer 2015 Marine Mammal Internship* The IMMS Research Internship Program is designed as a way for students interested in a career in marine science to gain valuable research experience in a real-world setting. Interns will participate with multiple projects involving bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles and diamondback terrapins. As an intern, you will be trained in all aspects of dolphin photo-id research, sea turtle satellite tracking, and other current research projects at IMMS. Interns will also participate in other operations at IMMS including stranding response, education, and animal care. Our goal is to give Interns a well-rounded experience in a variety of areas while providing expert training and experience in marine science research. Interns must: - Commit to a minimum of at least 12 weeks. The internship can be extended depending on work performance. - Be available to work Mon-Fri and must be available for all boat trips. Some field days may fall on the weekends. - Have strong sense of responsibility, work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to admit mistakes. - Produce high quality research efforts and exhibit strong interpersonal skills. - *Principle Duties include*: data entry, searching and cataloging journal articles, learning all research protocols, cropping and sorting photo-id fin images, learning to use photo-id programs such as Darwin (fin matching software), and FinBase (Microsoft Access), boat based field research (21’ and 31’ boats), and learn how to use ArcGIS - *Secondary Duties involve*: Assisting with animal care staff, attending marine mammal necropsies, responding to marine mammal and sea turtle strandings, and assisting with educational tours. - *Field days: *Interns must be able to spend many hours on the water and on shore in sometimes extreme seasonal conditions. Seasonal temperatures range from over 100 °F in summer to 30 °F in winter. Field days typically exceed eight hours and occur at least two or three times a week. Applicants must be 18 or older and must have a genuine interest in marine research. Applicants should be actively pursuing a college degree or be a recent graduate in oceanography, marine science/biology, biology, or a related field. Previous research experience in any capacity is a plus. Applicants must be able and willing to fulfill all duties outlined for this Internship Program. This is an unpaid position and Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation. Once accepted, IMMS staff will be able to assist Interns in suggesting suitable housing options and locations. *Deadline to Apply for the Summer Session (5/4/15 - 7/24/15 and 6/8/15 - 8/28/15) is March 1, 2014* *Please visit **http://imms.org/internship.php* http://imms.org/internship.php* for application and full details* ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Pacific Marine Mammal Center Director of Education Job Opportunity
Could this please be posted on the MARMAM list serve, thank you. PMMCLogo-open background Director of Education- Pacific Marine Mammal Center The Pacific Marine Mammal Center (PMMC), a 501(c) 3 organization located in Laguna Beach California, is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, releasing marine mammals and inspiring ocean stewardship through research, education and collaboration. This is a great opportunity to share in the mission of one of the leading marine animal rehabilitation centers on the west coast, make a tremendous impact and experience profound job satisfaction and fulfillment. The Pacific Marine Mammal Center is searching to hire a dynamic, proven, energetic forward thinking Director of Education. The Director of Education reports to the Executive Director and is responsible for developing, overseeing, and implementing all educational programs and outreach associated with PMMC. Key responsibilities include the continuation and improvement of educational programs already offered at PMMC, developing and implementation of new educational programs and outreach, grant writing, attending fundraising events, development of marketing and collateral materials. The Director of Education will work with the executive, animal care and development directors to determine funding needs and priorities for the year. The Director of Education supervises and mentors the full time education coordinator, part-time teachers and camp councilors, and Education Committee Volunteers to achieve yearly educational goals. Qualifications The ideal candidate will have a proactive, upbeat and energetic disposition with a minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role that allows them to succeed with limited supervision. The candidate must have a drive to succeed and be comfortable with new program development, with the target to implement new educational programs for k-12, college and adult education. Final Candidate will demonstrate poise and confidence when dealing with children, parents, donors or in group settings; must be comfortable around animals and children. Some weekends and evenings required. Additional qualifications: .Bachelor's degree and/or the equivalent of 5 years or more experience with education in a nontraditional setting .Successful Grant writing experience .Proven ability to supervise and mentor internal and volunteer staff .Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills .Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; .Must be a team player with a great work ethic, and who enjoys owning and juggling priorities in pursuit of an important mission Please send cover letter stating your salary requirements, CV and 3 references to jo...@hradvisors.com. No phone calls please. Keith A. Matassa Executive Director Pacific Marine Mammal Center | 20612 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 949-494-3050, Extension #202 (p) | 949-494-2802 (f) | www.pacificmmc.org PMMCNewLogo2012Reduced The Pacific Marine Mammal Center rescues, rehabilitates, releases marine mammals and inspires ocean stewardship through research, education and collaboration. ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
