[MARMAM] Cetacean Research Assistant – Portugal

[AIMM Internships]

*BACKGROUND: *

The Marine Environment Research Association – AIMM, is a non-profit,
non-governmental organisation founded in Portugal in 2010, focused on the
research and conservation of marine species and running an ongoing study of
cetaceans in southern Portugal (Algarve). This project aims to obtain
baseline information on species occurrence, behaviour and social structure
of the local cetacean populations.


Each year, from the 1st of May until the 31st of October, AIMM
operates a Dolphin
Research Internship Programme

during
our summer field season. We receive interns of all ages from across the
globe to participate in this programme and are currently looking for
applicants to fill two Volunteer Research Assistant positions for the
forthcoming field season in 2019. You will be joining a small and dedicated
team of scientists and researchers to provide vital support to the ongoing
success of our data collection and internship programme. All team members
and participants share accommodation, house tasks, knowledge and experience
in an environmentally friendly and multicultural environment.


Check out the video: Dolphin Marine Research Internship




*WHAT WE REQUIRE:*

Ideal candidates for this *volunteer position* will:

·be at least 21 years of age;

·be fluent in English (*mandatory*) and Portuguese (*highly
desirable*);

·have previous experience with cetaceans and/or marine sciences (
*mandatory*);

·hold a full, manual Driving License, valid in the EU (*mandatory*);

·have a valid skippers powerboat license and boating
experience (*highly
desirable*);

·be able to commit to until the end of the season (October);

·have proven experience in team leadership and group supervision;

·be highly motivated, responsible and organised with genuine
attention to details;

·have a friendly, patient and tolerant personality, and be capable
of dealing with people from different cultures, beliefs, and backgrounds.




*WHAT WE OFFER: *

The Research Assistants will participate directly in our fieldwork and will
receive training and supervision in species identification, research & data
collection methods, photo-identification and the use of GPS and camera
equipment. In turn, you will be responsible for supervising the interns
while conducting surveys in AIMM's research vessel, Ketos, and on the
commercial dolphin watching boats. You will also have to ensure that data
is collected and entered accurately and according to AIMM's established
methodologies. Field days can be long and intense, especially in the peak
of summer, but are always fulfilling and good fun!


Additionally, you will also receive 3 meals a day and accommodation in
AIMM's shared research house with all the other members of the team. Each
assistant will be entitled to 1 day off per week when you may explore the
local area or simply rest with a good book by the pool!



To apply please send CV and motivation letter to i...@aimm-portugal.org  with
the subject "*RA Albufeira 2019*".

Thank you!





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*AIMM Portugal* - Ass. Investigação do Meio Marinho | Marine Environment
Research Association

*Website*: www.aimmportugal.org

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[MARMAM] Cetacean Research Assistant - Portugal 2019

[Marina Laborde]

Cetacean Research Assistant - Portugal 2019

BACKGROUND: The Marine Environment Research Association – AIMM, is a 
non-profit, non-governmental organisation founded in Portugal in 2010, focused 
on the research and conservation of marine species and running an ongoing study 
of cetaceans in southern Portugal (Algarve). This project aims to obtain 
baseline information on species occurrence, behaviour and social structure of 
the local cetacean populations.

Each year, from the 1st of May until the 31st of October, AIMM operates a 
Dolphin Research Internship Programme during our summer field season. We 
receive interns of all ages from across the globe to participate in this 
programme and are currently looking for applicants to fill two Volunteer 
Research Assistant positions for the forthcoming field season in 2019. You will 
be joining a small and dedicated team of scientists and researchers to provide 
vital support to the ongoing success of our data collection and internship 
programme. All team members and participants share accommodation, house tasks, 
knowledge and experience in an environmentally friendly and multicultural 
environment.
Check out the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zTIEQEsftA

WHAT WE REQUIRE:Ideal candidates for these two positions will:
   
   - be at least 21 years of age 
   - be fluent in English (mandatory) and Portuguese (highly desirable)
   - have previous experience with cetaceans and/or marine sciences (mandatory)
   - hold a full, manual Driving License, valid in the EU (mandatory)
   - have a valid skippers powerboat license and boating experience (highly 
desirable)
   - be able to commit to at least 2 months, preference given to those staying 
the whole field season (6 months: May-October)
   - have proven experience in team leadership and group supervision
   - be highly motivated, responsible and organised with a genuine attention to 
detail
   - have a friendly, patient and tolerant personality, and be capable of 
dealing with people from different cultures, beliefs and backgrounds

WHAT WE OFFER: The Research Assistants will participate directly in our 
fieldwork and will receive training and supervision in species identification, 
research & data collection methods, photo-identification and the use of GPS and 
camera equipment. In turn, you will be responsible for supervising the interns 
while conducting surveys in AIMM's research vessel, Ketos, and on the 
commercial dolphin watching boats. You will also have to ensure that data is 
collected and entered accurately and according to AIMM's established 
methodologies. Field days can be long and intense, especially in the peak of 
summer, but are always fulfilling and good fun!
Additionally, you will also receive 3 meals a day and accommodation in AIMM's 
shared research house with all the other members of the team. Each assistant 
will be entitled to 1 day off per week when you may explore the local area or 
simply rest with a good book by the pool!
To apply please send CV and motivation letter to i...@aimm-portugal.org with 
subject "RA Application 2019". Thank you!
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