[MARMAM] Summer Volunteer Opportunites with Cetus' Robson Bight Warden Program

[Erin Parsons]

*Summer Volunteer Opportunities with Cetus’ Robson Bight Warden
Program!Cetus is a non-profit, marine conservation society, which operates
in the waters around Victoria and Alert Bay, British Columbia, Canada.
Since 2005 we have worked to reduce disturbances to marine mammals on the
British Columbia coast and promote respect for our marine environment
through on-the-water and land-based education, outreach and direct
monitoring activities. The Robson Bight Marine Warden Program operates in
Johnstone Strait, in the waters around the Robson Bight (Michael Bigg)
Ecological Reserve. The ecological reserve is designated for the protection
of critical habitat of the Northern resident killer whales. This is a
unique area where the whales often come to rub their bodies along the
underwater beaches. Our marine wardens monitor vessels and marine mammal
populations, and educate boaters and kayakers about the reserve and their
impacts around it. The Robson Bight Marine Warden Program is comprised of a
water based monitoring and educational component and a land based
monitoring station called Eagle Eye, situated on a cliff opposite the
ecological reserve.Cetus is looking for enthusiastic and hard working
individuals to fill the Robson Bight Marine Warden Program Summer Volunteer
positions:Volunteer positions will be based out of a rustic field camp in
Boat Bay on West Cracroft Island located near Alert Bay, British Columbia,
Canada. Positions will be offered between June 27th and September 7th 2018.
We require a minimum 3-week commitment. Preference will be given to those
who are able to stay for the full 11 weeks. Successful applicants will have
the opportunity to be involved with a variety of possible tasks ranging
from community outreach and education to marine mammal response and data
collection. Our programs focus on protecting British Columbia’s marine
mammal populations and encouraging others to do the same. Interns may also
have the opportunity to spend time on our monitoring vessels in which case
they will participate in data collection, data entry and on-the-water
boater education. Responsibilities include: - Educating boaters, kayakers,
park visitors, and members of the public about the marine mammal viewing
guidelines, marine species at risk, the conservation issues they face and
the boundaries of the Robson Bight (Michael Bigg) Ecological Reserve-
Collecting and entering data on marine mammals and vessel activity  -
Public interpretation in the form of dock talks and participation in
community events - Potentially helping to respond to injured, sick or dead
marine mammals in support of the BC Marine Mammal Response Network-
Observing and recording cetaceans in support of the BC Cetacean Sightings
Network- Assisting with general administrative duties  - Camp duties, which
includes cooking, cleaning, general maintenance and heavy lifting What
skills and experience will volunteers gain?: - Experience educating the
public on important conservation issues- Experience with field data
collection and entry - Interpretive skills and techniques- Potential for
experience in marine mammal response - Experience with fundraising and
community outreach - Experience working with Microsoft AccessEssential
Requirements: - Fluent spoken English- Interest in marine wildlife and
conservation (experience using theodolites for marine mammal surveys is a
plus)- Flexibility- Ability to work long hours, outdoors, in all weather
conditions- The ability to live & work comfortably in a remote coastal
wilderness camp setting with staff & volunteers- The physical ability to
carry 40lbs of gear to and from the vessel to base camps (this varies from
across the street to down a rocky shoreline). In addition to this
volunteers are required to hike, 3km (each way), from the base camp to the
observation site on alternate days, which takes approximately 1 hour (one
way)Additional Information: These positions are unpaid and carry a cost to
the interns of $125/ week to cover accommodations, extra fuel and dinners
(volunteers will be responsible for their own breakfasts and lunches).
Warden volunteers will need to bring their own tent and sleeping bag. Tent
pads and tarps will be provided as will camp cooking equipment etc.  How to
apply: Please forward your cover letter, resume and two references via
email by April 3rd, 2018.  Please indicate your availability. Only
successful applicants will be contacted. Contact: Erin Parsons, Cetus
Research & Conservation SocietyEmail: robsonbi...@cetussociety.org
For more information please visit our website
www.ProtectOurWhales.com  *
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*Erin Parsons*
Robson Bight Warden Program Supervisor
Cetus Research and Conservation Society
PO Box 90, Alert Bay, BC
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robsonbi...@cetussociety.org

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[MARMAM] ECS 2018 Workshop: “Mediterranean Grampus Project 2.0 - Improving knowledge and conservation of the Mediterranean population of Risso's dolphins through effective partnerships”

[sabina . airoldi]

Dear Colleagues,


We would like to invite you to participate to the workshop entitled: 
"Mediterranean Grampus Project 2.0 - Improving knowledge and conservation of 
the Mediterranean population of Risso's dolphins through effective 
partnerships”, to be held on Saturday 7th of April 2018 (9:00-17:00) in La 
Spezia (Italy), prior to the 32nd Conference of the European Cetacean Society.

Please visit the workshop webpage: 
http://www.europeancetaceansociety.eu/conference/mediterranean-grampus-project-20-improving-knowledge-and-conservation-mediterranean
 for more information.

The main aims of the workshop are to take stock of all the available 
information on Risso's dolphins for different areas of the Mediterranean, 
inviting everyone interested to combine efforts in order to improve our 
understanding of this wide ranging species, monitor it, determine the causes of 
the observed dramatic decline in the Ligurian-Provençal basin and its 
ecological relevance and inform effective conservation initiatives.

To register, please request the registration form by e-mail from Caterina 
Lanfredi (caterina.lanfr...@polimi.it) or Elisa Remonato (e.remon...@gmail.com).

We kindly ask you to sign-up for the workshop by April 29, 2018.

The participation fee is currently 10 euros per person but we are working hard 
to find additional finances and we might be able to waive fees completely.

The workshop will commence at 9.00 am and is expect to finish by 5.00 pm.

Please feel free to pass this info to anyone who might be interested in 
participating to the workshop.


We look forward to seeing you in La Spezia!


Sabina Airoldi, Caterina Lanfredi, Elisa Remonato and Arianna Azzellino

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[MARMAM] MARINE MAMMAL BOOKS AVAILABLE

[Thomas Jefferson]

MARINE MAMMAL BOOKS AVAILABLE
 
   ¡VIVAVaquita! (a non-profit organization) has many marine mammal books, 
reprints,monographs, and journals that are available for a donation to 
theorganiation.  All funds raised will beactively used for research and 
conservation work on the vaquita (Phocoena sinus), the world’s mostendangered 
marine mammal species.  The globalpopulation of this species now numbers less 
than 20 individuals and is declingat about 50%/year. Visit our website at 
www.vivavaquita.org for more details.  
   Below is asample of some of the rarer items we have, but there are hundreds 
and ‘prices’range from US$1-110.  For a full list ofbooks available (and 
photos), check this link: http://www.vivavaquita.org/assets/vv-bookstore2.pdf.  
For more info, or to request books, pleasecontact Tom Jefferson at  
sclym...@aol.com. 
 
 
Gaskin, D.E. 1972 Whales, Dolphins, and Seals, With SpecialReference to the New 
Zealand Region, Heineman Educational Books. $15.
 
Geraci, J. R. and V. J. Lounsbury. 2005. Marine MammalsAshore: A Field Guide 
for Strandings. Texas A Sea Grant (SecondEdition).  $12.
 
Jefferson, T.A., Leatherwood, S. & Webber, M.A. 1993Marine Mammals of the 
World: FAO Species Identification Guide, United NationEnvironment Programme and 
Food and Agricultural Organization of the UN.  $45.
 
Morzer Bruyns, W.F.J. 1971 Field Guide of Whales andDolphins, Uitgeverij Tor. 
$12.
 
Norris, K.S., Würsig, B., Wells, R.S. & Wursig, M. 1994The Hawaiian Spinner 
Dolphin, University of California Press.  $20.
 
Payne, R. 1983. Communication and Behavior of Whales. AAASSelected Symposium. 
Vol. 76. Westview Press, Inc,, Boulder, Co. 643 pp.  $21.
 
Richardson, W. J., C. R. Greene, C. I. Malme and D. H.Thomson. 1995. Marine 
Mammals and Noise. Academic Press.  $15.
 
Ridgway, S.H., and R.J. Harrison. 1981. Handbook of MarineMammals, Vol. 1: The 
Walrus, Sea Lions, Fur Seals, and Sea Otter. AcademicPress. 235 pp.  $30.
 
Ridgway, S.H., and R.J. Harrison. 1981. Handbook of MarineMammals, Vol. 2: 
Seals. Academic Press. 359 pp. $35.
 
Ridgway, S.H., and R. Harrison. 1985. Handbook of MarineMammals, Vol. 3: The 
Sirenians and Baleen Whales. Academic Press Inc., London.362 pp.  $60.
 
Scientific Reports of the Whales Research Institute. (misc.issues). Scientific 
Reports of the Whales Research Institute.  Misc. prices.
 
True, F.W. 1904. Whalebone Whales of the Western NorthAtlantic Compared with 
Those Occurring in European Waters with SomeObservations on the Species of the 
North Pacific. Smithsonian Contributions toKnowledge. 332 pp. + plates.  
$110(hardbound).
 
True, F.W. 1910. An account of the beaked whales of thefamily Ziphiidae in the 
collection of the United States National Museum, withremarks on some species in 
other American museums. Bulletin of the UnitedStates National Museum. 73:42 pp. 
+ plates. $45 (card covers).
 
Truitt, D. 1974 Dolphins and Porpoises: A ComprehensiveAnnotated Bibliography 
of the Smaller Cetacea. Gale Research Co.  $25.
 
Whitehead, H. and L. Rendell. 2015. The cultural lives ofwhales and dolphins. 
University of Chicago Press. 417pp.  $20.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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[MARMAM] Volunteer Dolphin Research Assistants/Interns - Summer 2018 Florida, USA and Bimini, The Bahamas

[Kelly Melillo Sweeting]

*Applications are again being accepted due to unforeseen vacancy. Review of 
applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, 
so get your applications in soon!*

Dolphin Communication Project (DCP) - Volunteer Research Assistants/Interns - 
Summer 2018
Florida, USA and Bimini, The Bahamas

The Dolphin Communication Project (DCP, www.dolphincommunicationproject.org) is 
currently seeking two interns for the summer of 2018. These internships have 
field and office components, both of which are mandatory, and total 9-12 weeks, 
depending on DCP's schedule.

DCP looks at how dolphins communicate and attempts to shed more light on the 
meaning of their interactions. With research ongoing since 1991, our questions 
focus primarily on communication and behavior among dolphins. Interns will 
spend the field portion of this internship at our Bimini, Bahamas research 
site, where we study wild Atlantic spotted and bottlenose dolphins. An 
abbreviated publication list is available at the end of this post.

Responsibilities

In the field:
--Travel to and assist for 4-6 weeks at our Bimini research site (exact dates 
TBD, likely beginning in late June, following the office component)
--Assist gathering data (general observations, photographs) during 4-6 hour/day 
boat excursions (weather and schedule dependent)
--Complete photo-identification of dolphins from still photography and video as 
well as other data entry and analysis tasks
--Assist with on-board and outreach education as well as web-based projects
--Represent DCP in an enthusiastic, responsible, mature and respectful manner

At the office:
--Travel to and assist for approximately 4 weeks at our Port Saint Lucie, 
Florida (FL) office (exact dates TBD, likely prior to field component, 
beginning in late May)
--Process and analyze data, including, but not limited to: photo-identification 
of individuals from other DCP research sites, event sampling from video data 
for behavioral analyses, and acoustic analysis of dolphin sounds 
--Assist in the development and implementation of education programs for 
schools and the general public, if needed

Requirements

Successful interns must have functional computer skills and working knowledge 
of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Current enrollment in a degree-seeking 
program, background in science and/or animal behavior and experience on boats 
and/or with photo-identification are all desired, but not necessarily required. 
The successful candidates will be comfortable on a boat for several hours at a 
time in varying conditions, including extreme heat. They will also be 
proficient swimmers with the desire to improve snorkeling and free-diving 
skills. They will be able to work as a team both in a small office and in a 
fairly remote and isolated field setting. Good writing and public speaking 
skills are a must, as is attention to details. Interns must be at least 21 
years of age. Although international applicants are invited to apply, all 
applicants should know that interns are responsible for their own daily 
transportation to/from the FL office and public transportation is limited in 
this area; therefore, all interns should have their own transportation while in 
FL. 

Expenses and Compensation

This is an unpaid internship. Interns are responsible for their own 
transportation to Bimini and Florida. There is a $1,100.00 fee that will cover 
housing in the field (on-island transportation not needed). Room, board and 
transportation while in Florida are the responsibility of the intern. Although 
assistance in finding housing may be available, the ability to find suitable 
housing in Florida is ultimately the interns’ responsibility. We recommend all 
applicants complete a preliminary housing search in advance of submitting their 
applications.

Interested applicants should review information at this link: 
http://dolphincommunicationproject.org/index.php/get-involved/internships. 
Please read this page thoroughly before applying or emailing questions.

Send a completed application (downloadable and detailed at the link above) to 
ke...@dcpmail.org.  Applications are due 28 February 2018. Due to field 
schedules, only electronic applications will be accepted. Interviews (via 
telephone or Skype) will be arranged for selected candidates in early March. 

For more information, please contact Kelly Melillo Sweeting at 
ke...@dcpmail.org.

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Selected Refereed Publications:
(for a full list of publications by DCP researchers, please visit: 
http://www.dolphincommunicationproject.org/index.php/about-dolphins/scientific-publications)

Dudzinski, K.M., Clark, C.W., Würsig, B. 1995. A mobile video/acoustic system 
for simultaneously recording dolphin behavior and vocalizations underwater. 
Aquatic Mammals 21(3): 187-193.

Dudzinski, K.M. 1998. Contact behavior 

[MARMAM] Deadline 15 Mar: Bahamas Wild Dolphin Research Experience

[Kelly Melillo Sweeting]

*The registration deadline for our 26 - 31 May 2018 program is Thursday 15 
March.*

Dolphin Communication Project (DCP) - Wild Dolphin Research Experience

Session 1: Check-in Saturday 26 May*, Check-out Thursday 31 May 2018
and 
Session 2: Check-in Sunday 26 August*, Check-out Friday 31 August 2018
*The program begins with lunch on Day 1 followed by the first boat departure 
between 2 - 3 p.m. As such folks unable to arrive on Bimini on the morning of 
Day 1 generally opt to arrive a day early (additional hotel costs required; no 
meals included)

Bimini, The Bahamas 

The Dolphin Communication Project (DCP, www.dolphincommunicationproject.org) is 
currently seeking to fill remaining spaces on our 5-day wild dolphin research 
experiences. 

DCP looks at how dolphins communicate and attempts to shed more light on the 
meaning of their interactions. With research ongoing since 1991, our questions 
focus primarily on communication and behavior among dolphins. Participants will 
spend their time at our Bimini, The Bahamas, research site, where we study wild 
Atlantic spotted and bottlenose dolphins. An abbreviated publication list is 
available at the end of this post. 

We still have several spaces available for both of our 2018 Bimini, The Bahamas 
research sessions. These programs will have a more casual atmosphere than field 
courses or internships, however participants will have many opportunities to 
not only learn about DCP's research, but actually assist with data collection 
and preliminary analysis (mainly data entry and photo-ID).  

Where: Bimini, The Bahamas (accessible from Fort Lauderdale, Miami and 
Melbourne, FL and Nassau, The Bahamas)
Session 1: Saturday 26 May - Thursday 31 May 2018
Session 2: Sunday 26 August -  Friday 31 August 2018
Price per session: $1875 per person (payable online; $50 discount for payment 
by US check)
Included: 5 nights' hotel accommodation (dbl occ), 5 dolphin trips (4-5 hours 
each, weather dependent), meals (prepared by private cook, served "family 
style"), boat snacks, drinking water, snorkel gear (if needed), DCP talks, VAT
Not included: Airfare, gratuity ($100 recommended)
Deposits ($350) are required to reserve your space. 

Who can apply: Anyone with an interest in dolphin behavior and research. 
Previous experience snorkeling is encouraged, but not required. Anyone under 18 
must be accompanied by an adult. US citizens are required to travel to The 
Bahamas with a valid passport. Other nationals should check requirements.

For more information, email DCP Bimini Research Manager, Kel Sweeting at 
ke...@dcpmail.org. Learn more about DCP's research on wild Atlantic spotted and 
bottlenose dolphins off Bimini, The Bahamas at 
www.dolphincommunicationproject.org

Selected Refereed Publications: 
(for a full list of publications by DCP researchers, please visit: 
http://www.dolphincommunicationproject.org/index.php/about-dolphins/scientific-publications)
 

Dudzinski, K.M., Clark, C.W., Würsig, B. 1995. A mobile video/acoustic system 
for simultaneously recording dolphin behavior and vocalizations underwater. 
Aquatic Mammals 21(3): 187-193. 

Dudzinski, K.M. 1998. Contact behavior and signal exchange among Atlantic 
spotted dolphins (Stenella frontalis). Aquatic Mammals 24(3): 129-142. 

Dudzinski, K.M., M. Sakai, M., Masaki, K., Kogi, K., Hishii, T., Kurimoto, M. 
2003. Behavioral observations of adult and sub-adult dolphins towards two dead 
bottlenose dolphins (one female and one male). Aquatic Mammals 29(1): 108-116. 

Gregg, J.D., Dudzinski, K.M., Smith, H.V. 2007. Do dolphins eavesdrop on the 
echolocation signals of conspecifics? International Journal of Comparative 
Psychology, 20: 65-88 

Dudzinski, K.M., Thomas, J. Gregg, J.D. 2008. Communication. In (W.F. Perrin, 
B. Würsig, H.C.M. Thewissen, eds) Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals, second 
edition. Academic Press, Inc. 

Melillo, K.E., Dudzinski, K.M., Cornick, L.A. 2009. Interactions between 
Atlantic spotted (Stenella frontalis) and bottlenose (Tursiops truncatus) 
dolphins off Bimini, The Bahamas, 2003-2007. Aquatic Mammals, 35:281-291 

Dudzinski, K.M., Gregg, J.D., Paulos, R.D., Kuczaj, S.A. 2010. A comparison of 
pectoral fin contact behaviour for three distinct dolphin populations. 
Behavioural Processes, 84: 559-567. 

Greene, W., Melillo-Sweeting, K., Dudzinski, K. 2011. Comparing object play in 
captive and wild dolphins. International Journal of Comparative Psychology 
24(3):292-306. 

Dudzinski, KM, Gregg, JD, Melillo-Sweeting, K, Levengood, A, Seay, B., Kuczaj 
II, SA. 2012. Tactile contact exchanges between dolphins: self-rubbing versus 
inter-individual contact in three species from three geographies. International 
Journal of Comparative Psychology 25:21-43. 

Dudzinski, KM, Danaher-Garcia, N, Gregg, JD. 2013. Pectoral fin contact between 
dolphin dyads at Zoo Duisburg, with comparison to other dolphin study 
populations. Aquatic Mammals. 39(4): 335-343. 

Melillo-Sweeting, K, 

[MARMAM] MARINE EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAMME IN PORTUGAL

[AIMM Internships]

*MARINE EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAMME IN PORTUGAL*



*BACKGROUND: *The Marine Environment Research Association - AIMM, is a
non-profit, non-governmental organization focused on the research and
conservation of marine species, running an ongoing study of cetaceans in
southern Portugal (Algarve). This project aims to obtain baseline
information on species occurrence, behavior, and social structure of the
local cetacean populations in order to obtain scientific data to support
conservation measures and inform marine management policies.

The main species observed are Short-beaked common dolphins (Delphinus
delphis), Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus), and Harbour porpoises
(Phocoena phocoena), although other species such as Minke whales
(Balaenoptera acutorostrata) and Fin whales (Balaenoptera physalus) can
also be sighted.

AIMM Participants are young, hard-working individuals who are willing to
contribute to the association and support on-going activities, while
experiencing fieldwork at sea, learning data collection and processing
methodologies, and being a part of AIMM's team of researchers and marine
biologists for a period of time. All team members and participants share
accommodation, house tasks, knowledge and experience in an environmental
friendly and multicultural environment.

Participants have the additional option to enrich their time with AIMM by
beginning or improving their SCUBA skills with a PADI-certified instructor.



*WHERE:* Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal



*WHEN:* The field season lasts from May 1 - October 31, 2018. The minimum
attendance is 7 days, preferably starting on a Monday.



*FIELDWORK: *The field trips are conducted in AIMM's research vessel,
Ketos, or in opportunistic platforms (commercial dolphin-watching boats).
Fieldwork is dependent on weather conditions and seat availability in the
dolphin-watching boats. Field days can be intense, especially in the peak
of summer, but are fulfilling and good fun. The participants will be
trained to:

·Conduct on-board surveys of marine species occurrence;

·Record effort tracks on a handheld GPS;

·Collect data on behavior, group size, species, etc.;

·Collection of photo to photo-identification, acoustic recording,
and underwater videos while on-board.



*DATA ANALYSIS: *This will be conducted on a daily basis and will entail
entering data into established databases and spreadsheets,
photo-identification processing, and preliminary data interpretation.



*PROGRAMME FEES:* AIMM is a non-profit organization that relies on
donations from our volunteers, partners, and conservation-minded people
like you so that we may continue our important research and education
programs in the Algarve. This programme requires a monetary contribution
which is used to off-set the cost of accommodation and running a
non-profit. For more information on the fees for the 2018 season, please
contact: inte...@aimm-portugal.org



*Included* in the fee is:

·Accommodation in the research house;

·Transportation to/from the marina;

·Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner);

·Fieldwork in the research vessel or commercial dolphin-watching
vessels.



*Not included* in the fee is:

·Transportation to/from Albufeira;

·Meals in restaurants and snacks;

·Free time activities;

·Personal insurance (all participants should have health and/or
travel insurance);

·Personal expenses.



*PARTICIPANTS ARE EXPECTED TO:*

·Be above the age of 16;

·Have a mature attitude towards marine mammal research and
environment;

·Be autonomous and flexible;

·Be able to live and work in an international team and mainly
outdoors at sea;

·Speak English;

·Participate for minimum 7 days.



*Preference will be given* to those who have:

·Relevant marine mammal field experience

·Working experience on research vessels

·Experience working from dolphin/whale watching platforms

·Experience in photo-identification

·Professional cameras that can be used for photo-ID

·Availability to stay for longer periods of time





*APPLICATION PROCESS: *

Applicants should fill up the online application at:

https://www.aimmportugal.org/experiential-learning-programme

AIMM will send a confirmation e-mail with all the details about the
internship and asking for your Resume/CV, motivation letter (small
statement on which are your expectations and why do you want to work with
AIMM) and the period of time that you want do the program.

OR

Applicants should send an e-mail to: inte...@aimm-portugal.org, with the
subject “*Albufeira Learning Programme*”. You will receive and e-mail with
the availability and all the others details.

Applications will be accepted during all season, however, early application
is recommended due to limited vacancies.





*Contacts*: inte...@aimm-portugal.org | 

[MARMAM] Job Posting

[Glenn, Tre]

Biologist (Protected Species) DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Bureau of Ocean
Energy Management



The incumbent will support the functions and mission of the Office of the
Environment (OE) as one of the regional advisers on matters related to
protected species (e.g. marine mammals, marine turtles, coastal and marine
birds, beach mice, and other endangered species) as protected under the
Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), the Endangered Species Act (ESA), and
other legislation, particularly related to protected species found in the
Gulf of Mexico and the east coast of the United States.



Open & closing dates:

 03/07/2018 to 03/20/2018

Salary:

$50,598 to $95,388 per year

Pay scale & grade:

GS 09 - 12

Work schedule:

Full-Time  Jefferson, Louisiana

Appointment type:

Permanent



At the full performance level (GS-12) the major duties of this position
include, but are not limited to the following:



1. Support the functions and mission of the BOEM, OE as one of the
regional advisors on matters related to protected species (e.g. marine
mammals, marine turtles, coastal and marine birds, beach mice, and other
endangered species) as protected under the MMPA, the ESA, and other
legislation.

2. Plan, organize, and coordinates data collection to assess the
impacts created from oil and gas, mineral extraction, sand and gravel, and
renewable energy activates interacting with theses endangered and
threatened species.

3. Identifies specific environmental problems which may be addressed as
research or study efforts within the purview of the BOEM OCS Environmental
Studies Program (ESP), analyzes the nature of the problems, develops study
protocols to resolve these problems or to provide an information base for
better understanding of the problems, and recommends these studies for
funding approval via the BOEM OCS ESP planning process.

4. Participates in the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process
for BOEM activities to include participating in scoping and planning,
performing environmental analysis, writing sections of NEPA documents, and
reviewing the technical quality of environmental analysis performed and
reported by others.

5. Responsible for the entire procurement cycle for assigned study
procurements, including: recommending type of study and initial study
design and refinements; prepares the procurement package; evaluates
technical proposals and negotiations with offerors; conducts award
briefings of successful offerors and debriefings of unsuccessful offerors;
as designated, serves as Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

6. Serves on a team to establish criteria for impact assessment
methodologies and to develop specialized data on protected species.

7. Promotes communications and coordination with Federal, State,
professional, industry, academic, and general public agencies or
individuals interested in protected species information needs relative to
offshore oil and gas, mineral extraction, sand and gravel, and renewable
energy activities.

8. Represents BOEM at professional meetings, and on task forces or
committees involving Federal, State, or private agencies and individuals.

9. Monitors programs funded or performed by other Federal Agencies,
State agencies, academic institutions, or industrial firms to determine
applicability of findings to information needs of the BOEM.





https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/49298

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[MARMAM] Manatee Biologist Job Opportunity

[Howell, Amber]

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Wildlife Research - 
Marine Mammals

Working Title:  OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST I - FWC
Broadband/Class Code:  19-1023-01
Position Number:  77901365
Annual Salary Range:  $13.00/hr., 20 hrs. Per week
Announcement Type:  Open Competitive
Location: Tequesta, Florida
Facility: Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Pay Grade/ Pay Band:  BB005
Closing Date: March 26, 2018

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This half-time position, located in Tequesta, participates in Florida Fish and 
Wildlife Conservation Commission's manatee research program in a seven-county 
area along southeast coast Florida.  This is a part-time position, 
approximately 20 hrs/week, including one weekend day.

Duties may include but are not limited to: recovery of manatee carcasses from a 
seven county area in southeast Florida, conduct necropsies on badly decomposed 
manatee carcasses and transport fresh to moderately decomposed manatee 
carcasses to the necropsy facility in St. Petersburg; participate in manatee 
rescue, including coordination of capture and transportation of injured 
manatees to the appropriate rehabilitation facilities; participate in aerial 
synoptic surveys for manatees; track radio-tagged manatees and photograph 
manatees for photo identification purposes; operate a computer and software 
such as Excel, Access and Word; assist with regional water temperature 
monitoring project; data entry, office work and public outreach including 
working with the media; general cleaning of office and equipment, vehicle, 
trailer and boat maintenance and other tasks assigned by supervisor; work long, 
unscheduled hours on short notice that include some evenings, weekends and 
frequently on holidays. Occasional overnight travel required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION: A bachelor's degree with a major in one of the biological 
sciences.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

*Knowledge of the Florida Manatee Recovery Plan and state and federal 
legislation protecting manatees

*Knowledge of methods of data collection and principles and techniques 
of research and analysis

*Knowledge of marine mammal anatomy and necropsy techniques

*Knowledge of digital SLR cameras, filters, and lenses

*Knowledge of marine mammal capture, handling, and transport techniques

*Able to trailer flatbeds/utility trailers and watercraft vessels

*Able to safely operate watercraft vessels 26' in length and smaller

*Be capable of daily manual labor requiring handling of heavy and sharp 
objects and working under unpleasant conditions

*Must be physically fit, able to vertically lift at least 50 lbs, and 
be able to swim sufficiently to save oneself

*Able to conduct fieldwork in all weather conditions

*Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships

*Be comfortable speaking to the public

*Possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Florida driver's license 
within one month of employment

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Applicants having live and dead marine mammal 
stranding/necropsy experience may be given preference. The ability to safely 
operate and trailer boats less than 30 feet in length is also highly desired.

WHAT IS OPS EMPLOYMENT? Other Personal Services (OPS) employment is a temporary 
employer/employee relationship used solely for accomplishing short term or 
intermittent tasks. OPS employees do not fill established positions and may not 
be assigned the duties of any vacant authorized position. OPS employees are 
at-will employees and are subject to actions such as pay changes, changes to 
work assignment, and terminations at the pleasure of the agency head or 
designee.

WHAT BENEFITS ARE APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES?

  *   State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan* - mandatory
  *   Workers' Compensation - mandatory
  *   Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) - mandatory
  *   Participation in state group insurance (upon availability and you must 
meet eligibility requirements)
  *   Deferred Compensation - voluntary
  *   Employee Assistance Program - voluntary

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Please submit a current resume, list of three references, and a cover letter 
along with your State of Florida Employment Application in People First, as an 
attachment.
Applicants are required to submit a complete, up-to-date, State of Florida 
Employment Application Form electronically in People First 
(http://jobs.myflorida.com) Enter 77901365 in the 
search field. If you experience technical difficulties during the application 
process or when attaching documents, call People First staffing at 
1-877-562-7287.

Amber Howell
Research Associate - Marine Mammals
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
19100 SE Federal Highway, Tequesta, FL 33469

Wildlife Alert Hotline: 1-888-404-3922
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[MARMAM] New Publication

[Paula M.F.]

Dear all,

On behalf of all co-authors, I am pleased to inform you on the publication of a 
paper concerning the contamination status by persistent organic pollutants of 
the Atlantic spotted dolphin (Stenella frontalis).

Méndez-Fernandez P, Taniguchi S, Santos MCO, Cascão I, Quérouil S, Martín V, 
Tejedor M, Carrillo M, Rinaldi C, Rinaldi R and Montone RC (2018) Contamination 
status by persistent organic pollutants of the Atlantic spotted dolphin 
(Stenella frontalis) at the metapopulation level. Environmental pollution: 236: 
785-794

Abstract:
The Atlantic spotted dolphin (Stenella frontalis) is an endemic species of the 
tropical-temperate Atlantic Ocean with widespread distribution. Although this 
species has been the subject of a large number of studies throughout its range, 
it remains in the “data deficient” category of the International Union for 
Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Chemical pollution by persistent organic 
pollutants (POPs) has been listed as one of the major threats to this species, 
however, there is no information on a wide scale. Thus, the aim of the present 
study was to investigate the contamination status of spotted dolphins on the 
metapopulation level as well as determine spatial and temporal variations in 
POP concentrations and bioaccumulation.
A total of 115 blubber samples collected from a large part of the Atlantic 
basin were analysed for PCBs, DDTs, PBDEs, chlordanes, HCB and mirex. Although 
PCBs and DDTs were the predominant compounds in all areas, inter-location 
differences in POP concentrations were observed. Dolphins found at São Paulo, 
southeastern coast of Brazil, had the highest PCB concentrations (median: 10.5 
mg/g lw) and Canary Islands dolphins had the highest DDT concentrations 
(median: 5.13 mg/g lw). Differences in PCB patterns among locations were also 
observed. Dolphins from the Azores and São Paulo demonstrated a similar 
pattern, with relatively highly contributions of tetra- (6.8 and 5.2%, 
respectively) and penta-CBs (25.6 and 23.8%, respectively) and lower 
contributions of hepta-CBs (20.8 and 23.5%, respectively) in comparison to 
other areas. Moreover, the sex of the animals and the year in which sampling or 
capture occurred exerted an important influence on the majority of the POPs 
analysed. Comparisons with toxicity thresholds available in the literature 
reveal that the São Paulo and Canary Island dolphins are the most vulnerable 
populations and should be considered in future conservation and management 
programs for the Atlantic spotted dolphin.

The paper is 50 days' free access in the follow link: 
https://authors.elsevier.com/a/1Wgj4zLNSKDy1


If you have any problem with the above link, please feel free to contact me 
directly for a PDF copy at 
paula.mendez_fernan...@univ-lr.fr

Best wishes,

Paula





Paula Méndez Fernandez (PhD)

Ingénieur de Recherche

Observatoire Pelagis UMS 3462 CNRS/Université de La Rochelle

France

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[MARMAM] IMCC5 and Oceans Online abstract submissions closing soon!

[SCB Marine Section]

Hello, everyone! A reminder that abstract submission for the International
Marine Conservation Congress (IMCC5) and Oceans Online are closing soon (16
March).

Looking forward to seeing you in Kuching!

Katie
Society for Conservation Biology, Marine Section

IMCC5 Call for Abstracts

The 5th International Marine Conservation Congress, *Making Marine Science
Matter, *will be held from 24 June - 29 June 2018 at the Waterfront Hotel
Kuching, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.


We welcome your abstracts for Oral, Speed, and Poster Presentations, and
OceansOnline sessions *until 23:59NDT on 16 March 2018*.


http://conbio.org/mini-sites/imcc5/registration/call-for-abstracts
IMCC abstracts:

We strongly encourage submissions from individuals and in cutting-edge
marine conservation science or practice that can demonstrate how their
presentation “makes marine science matter.” We also encourage submissions
that align with a specific topic(s) of interest and/or addresses one or
more of the 71 research questions
. We will
review, however, all marine science and marine conservation submissions.
Our key criterion for prioritizing submissions is proposals that “make
marine science matter.”
OceansOnline session proposals:

OceansOnline proposals should be relevant to marine conservation
communication and online tools and resources for marine conservation and
marine science. Proposals for OceansOnline should select the “OceansOnline”
category and sub-category of workshop, tool demonstration or facilitated
discussion. You will be asked at submission to provide details on the
outputs of your OceansOnline session and the potential benefiting agencies.
You will also be asked about your plans for funding organiser/presenter
attendance at the session (e.g. through institutional funding, private
finance, IMCC travel grants, etc.).


If you have questions about the call or need assistance making your
submission, please contact us

.


http://conbio.org/mini-sites/imcc5/registration/call-for-abstracts
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[MARMAM] Hiring 2018 Team for Soundwatch Boater Education Program in Washington

[Jenny Atkinson]

Hello, MarMam,

 

This is an updated description from our earlier post regarding internships.
We are currently seeking candidates for the 2018 Soundwatch team including
Project Coordinator, Vessel Driver/Educator and Intern.

 

Thank you for sharing with your subscribers.

Jenny

 

The Whale Museum's Soundwatch Boater Education Program: 

Hiring Team for 2018 Summer Season

 

Location: Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, Washington State, USA

Open Positions:

* Soundwatch Project Coordinator Job Description
 (year-round,
full-time/exempt, includes health care benefits)

* Soundwatch Seasonal Vessel Driver/Educator Job Description
  (contract position,
June-September, 24-32 hours weekly)

* Soundwatch Intern Position Description
  (seasonal position, 35-40 hours
per week)

For more information, please visit
https://whalemuseum.org/pages/job-internship-volunteer-opportunities

Established in 1979 as the first U.S. museum dedicated to whales living in
the wild, The Whale Museum promotes stewardship of whales and the Salish Sea
ecosystem through education and research. The Soundwatch Boater Education
Program was initiated in 1993 by The Whale Museum to reduce disturbances to
marine wildlife caused by irresponsible boater behaviors. This innovative
program educates boaters on guidelines and regulations for marine wildlife
through shore-based education, reinforces the learning experience through
on-the-water educational patrols, monitors vessel activities to characterize
vessel trends, and evaluate existing guidelines and laws. The main focus of
our work is the endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales (SRKWs) but there
are other marine mammal species of importance in our region, including
Transient killer whales, Minke whales, Humpback whales, Fin whales, Harbor
porpoise, Dall's porpoise, Harbor seals, Steller sea lions, and many other
cetacean and pinniped species.  Please visit The Whale Museum's Web site for
more information on Soundwatch:
http://www.whalemuseum.org/programs/soundwatch/soundwatch.html

 

HOW TO APPLY:

Application package should include: a cover letter, resume and up to five
references (reference letter or contact information for each reference).
Electronic submissions are encouraged in the form of a PDF compiled with the
requested information.  Please indicate which position you are applying for.

Active review of submitted applications will begin immediately and continue
until the position is filled.  Note: International applicants required to
have approved Visa and documentation to work in the U.S. at the time of
submission. 

Applications accepted until April 6, 2018.

 

PLEASE SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO:

Jenny L. Atkinson, Executive Director

The Whale Museum

P.O. Box 945

Friday Harbor, Washington 98250

Or email (preferred) to: je...@whalemuseum.org
  

 

Jenny L. Atkinson

Executive Director

The Whale Museum

P. O. Box 945 (62 1st St., N.)

Friday Harbor, WA 98250

Phone: (360) 378-4710 ext. 26

Website:   www.whalemuseum.org

Mission: to promote stewardship of whales and the Salish Sea ecosystem
through education and research.

 

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[MARMAM] New publication: bottlenose dolphin vocal sequences - bray series

[Ana Rita Francisco Luís]

Dear colleagues,

We are pleased to announce our latest publication:

Luís, A. R., Alves, I. S., Sobreira, F. V, Couchinho, M. N., & dos Santos, M. 
E. (2018). Brays and bits: information theory applied to acoustic communication 
sequences of bottlenose dolphins. Bioacoustics, 0(0), 1-11.

Abstract
Acoustic call sequences are important components of vocal repertoires for many 
animal species. Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) produce a wide variety 
of vocalizations, in different behavioural contexts, including some conspicuous 
vocal sequences - the 'bray series'. The occurrence of brays is still 
insufficiently documented, contextually and geographically, and the specific 
functions of these multi-unit emissions are yet to be understood. Here, 
acoustic emissions produced by bottlenose dolphins in the Sado estuary, 
Portugal, were used to provide a structural characterization of the discrete 
elements that compose the bray series. Information theory techniques were 
applied to analyse bray sequences and explore the complexity of these calls. 
Log-frequency analysis, based on bout criterion interval, confirmed the bout 
structure of the bray series. A first-order Markov model revealed a distinct 
pattern of emission for the bray series' elements, with uneven transitions 
between elements. The order in these sequential emissions was not random and 
consecutive decreases in higher order entropy values support the notion of a 
well-defined structure in the bray series. The key features of animal signal 
sequences here portrayed suggest the presence of relevant information content 
and highlight the complexity of the bottlenose dolphin's acoustic repertoire.

The paper is now available online - Brays and bits: information theory applied 
to acoustic communication sequences of bottlenose 
dolphins

Cheers,

Ana Rita Luís

MARE - Marine and Environmental Sciences Centre
ISPA - Instituto Universitário
Rua Jardim do Tabaco, 34
1149-041 Lisboa
PORTUGAL

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