[MARMAM] AIMM seeks interns - Summer 2014 - Portugal
*INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR 2014 SEASON* *BACKGROUND:* The Marine Environment Research Association - AIMM - is running an ongoing study of cetaceans in the South of Portugal (Algarve). This project aims to obtain baseline information on species occurrence, behaviour and social structure of the local cetacean populations. The main species observed are short beaked common dolphin (*Delphinus delphis*), common bottlenose dolphin (*Tursiops truncates)* and harbour porpoise (*Phocoena phocoena*); although other species such as minke whale (*Balaenoptera acutorostrata*) and fin whale (*Balaenoptera physalus*) can also be sighted. *WHERE:* Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal *WHEN:* 1st June to 31st October 2014 *FIELDWORK DATA ANALYSIS:* You will primarily be collecting the data on behaviour, group size, species, photo-identification, etc from platforms of opportunity (dolphin watching boats). You will also assist with desk work doing data entering and photo-identification. Fieldwork is dependent on weather 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. It will give you field experience in data collection and photo-identification. Interns are *EXPECTED* to: - Be above the age of 16 - Have a mature attitude towards marine mammal research - Be autonomous and quickly operational - Be able to live and work with other members of an international team. All interns share everyday duties and chores with the other team members - Speak fluent Portuguese and/or English - Participate for minimum 1 week No previous experience is required, however *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 *LIVING COSTS:* Interns are required to pay a fee of 400 EURO per week to cover all living expenses (accommodation, transport to/from the marina and food). The intern is responsible for his own transportation to and from Albufeira. *DEADLINE AND APPLICANTIONS:* Applicants should send an e-mail with the subject INTERNSHIP with: - A small introduction, qualifications, previous experience and a brief explanation why they would like to work with AIMM - CV Applications will be accepted during all season, however, early application is recommended. *Contacts*: inte...@aimm-portugal.org || *www.aimmpotugal.org http://www.aimmpotugal.org* ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Seeking ecological statistician support
Dear all, I am seeking help from strong ecological statistician to address the issues of statistics for accepted journal paper on high impact factor, that is related to the factors (ecological and anthropological) affecting movement of dolphins and their presence. I need to work as soon as possible. Therefore, interested experts are request for their help. No doubt, he/she will be a co author for the article. With regards, shambhu paudel -- *Assistant Professor for Wildlife/GIS/RS * * ||*Kathmandu Forestry College ||Kathmandu, Nepal || www.kafcol.edu.np Cell: 977-9841-170723 *South Asia Representative for *World Cetacean Alliance www.worldcetaceanalliance.org ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Consultants Wanted for Angolan EIA
Dear All, Hydenlyne is looking for consultants to undertake an Environmental Impact Assessment offshore Angola. You should have experience working offshore Angola and with writing EIAs, either contributing to the Marine Mammal section, or the full document. Ideally you will have written an EIA for an offshore area of Angola or have contributed to one. Please reply as soon as possible if you have the necessary experience to undertake this role. Kind regards, Emma Forrester Project Manager UK Mobile +44 (0)7730222001 Office +44 (0)1202 900078 Hydenlyne 1 Princes Court Princes Road Ferndown Dorset England BH22 9JG ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Closing Date February 19 - Seeking Marine Scientists for Sign On Letter
Circling back around about this. Thanks to those of you who have signed on already. Please let me know by Wednesday, February 19th COB if you can sign on to this important letter. Thanks again. Hello all, If you are willing to sign on to the letter below please email me (mhuelsenb...@oceana.orgmailto:mhuelsenb...@oceana.org) with your name, degree, title and organization. We are seeking marine scientists and conservation biologists, particularly experts in underwater acoustics and/or marine mammals, to sign this letter. The purpose and wording of the letter is simple; require the use of NMFS' new Marine Mammal Acoustic Guidelines before finalizing a Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for proposed seismic survey activity in the mid- and south Atlantic. Thanks! For more information, here is a link to NMFS' Marine Mammal Acoustic Guidelines; http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr/acoustics/guidelines.htm And a link to BOEM's page about proposed geological and geophysical activities in the mid- and south Atlantic, referenced in the letter as the PEIS: http://www.boem.gov/oil-and-gas-energy-program/GOMR/GandG.aspx Dear (President Obama, Secretary of DOI, Deputy Director of BOEM) CC (NMFS) On behalf of the following marine scientists and conservation biologists we urge you to use the best available science before permitting seismic surveys for offshore oil and gas in the mid- and south Atlantic. We recommend that you do not finalize the Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS) regarding seismic surveys in the mid- and south Atlantic until the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has completed new Marine Mammal Acoustic Guidelines. It is essential to incorporate these guidelines into this PEIS in order to accurately estimate auditory injuries and disturbances to marine mammals from proposed seismic surveys, so that this important information can guide the most appropriate mitigation measures. NMFS released the first phase of the acoustic guidelines on December 27th 2013 for public comment, and the agency will be releasing the second phase regarding behavioral disturbances to marine mammals soon. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has classified the first phase of these guidelines as a Highly Influential Scientific Assessment- the most stringent possible ranking under OMB's peer-review protocol. More than 15 years have passed since NMFS first began developing these criteria for auditory impacts, as well as criteria for acoustic disturbances. The newly published draft guidelines synthesize years of scientific research regarding the effects of anthropogenic sound on marine mammals. During the development of the guidelines NMFS has undergone a rigorous internal and external peer review process including consultation with issue experts, and the first phase is now undergoing public comment. If the PEIS moves forward without the newly established acoustic guidelines it will be scientifically deficient and quickly outdated. It will fail to accurately assess the true scope of marine mammal impacts from proposed seismic surveys, which is a primary purpose of the PEIS. The mid- and south Atlantic is home to a diversity and abundance of marine mammals, including the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale which could be impacted by proposed seismic survey activity. We implore you to take this opportunity to integrate NMFS' new Marine Mammal Acoustic Guidelines into the PEIS for proposed seismic survey activity in the mid- and south Atlantic. Sincerely, Name, Degree Title Organization Name, Degree Title Organization Name, Degree Title Organization Best, Matthew Huelsenbeck | Marine Scientist OCEANA | Protecting the World's Oceans 1350 Connecticut Ave. NW, 5th Floor | Washington, DC 20036 USA C +1.202.725.9560 | D +1.202.467.1924 | O +1.202.833.2070 E mhuelsenb...@oceana.orgmailto:mhuelsenb...@oceana.org | W www.oceana.orghttp://www.oceana.org/ ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] internship posting
Hello, I would like to post the below advertisement to the MARMAM list serve. Please feel free to contact if have any questions. Thank you for your efforts, -CT Marine Mammal Summer Internships on Cape Cod, MA The International Fund for Animal Welfare’s (IFAW) Marine Mammal Rescue Research Program is currently accepting applications for Marine Mammal Stranding Response Internships for Summer 2014. Interns will be placed in one of two available tracks (Response or Necropsy), however all interns will receive cross-training in both areas. Background IFAW is an international non-profit organization with headquarters in Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts, USA. IFAW’s Marine Mammal Rescue and Research Program is a federally authorized response program dedicated to marine mammal stranding response on Cape Cod and southeastern Massachusetts. Our mission is to promote the conservation of marine mammal species and their habitat by improving the rescue and humane care of stranded marine mammals, advancing stranding science, and increasing public awareness through education. Cape Cod is a marine mammal stranding “hot spot”, with over 230 strandings per year, including live and dead seals, large whales, porpoises and dolphins. This area is especially unique due to the high occurrence of live mass stranded dolphins. Internship Duties – Response Track - Assist staff with all aspects of marine mammal stranding response including; live animal health assessment and triage, 24 hour hotline coverage, dispatch of volunteers, opportunistic public education, and biological data collection and sampling from dead stranded marine mammals. - Assist in maintaining preparedness for strandings including: cleaning, organizing, and maintaining stranding response gear and equipment - Assist in data entry of case files, call logs, and volunteer hour tracking data - Assist in organizing, cataloging, and archiving stranded marine mammal documentation including photos and video - General office duties and report and outreach/education material preparation Internship Duties - Necropsy Track - Assist the necropsy coordinator in performing post-mortem examinations in both field and laboratory settings - Assist in maintaining, cleaning, and organizing necropsy equipment and supplies - Assist in photo archiving and data entry - Assist in the archiving, shipping and tracking of biological samples - Assist in the preparation of necropsy reports - General office duties including training and outreach material preparation and organization Requirements - Candidates must be at least 18 years old - Must possess a valid driver’s license - Must be of good physical fitness and be able to lift/carry 40lbs - Able to follow directions and protocols effectively - Undergraduate study of biology, zoology, ecology, marine/environmental/animal science preferred - Experience handling animals and driving trucks, trailers and boats helpful - The ideal candidate will possess good communication skills, can work independently, and should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Learning outcomes While hands-on experience is opportunistic and the number and type of responses will be variable, most interns have the opportunity to: - Develop skills in identifying species commonly stranded on Cape Cod - Acquire basic stranded cetacean and pinniped assessment and triage skills - Gain knowledge of response logistics and management including the use of the Incident Command System - Increase knowledge of biology and anatomy of species commonly stranded on Cape Cod - Gain knowledge of the stranding network structure and operation, and marine mammal policy as it relates to strandings - Acquire basic data collection and necropsy skills - Participate in active research projects as appropriate Additional Information This internship is unpaid. Housing and transportation are the responsibility of the intern. International applicants will be considered, but is the responsibility of the applicant to acquire necessary visas and documentation; including an international driver’s license. Internship start and end dates are flexible but the position requires a minimum 10 week continuous commitment sometime between May 15 through September 15. Interns are required to attend a minimum of 3 days per week, which may include weekends and holidays. Since strandings are unpredictable, applicants with flexible schedules are preferred. If the intern intends to receive academic credit, he/she will be responsible for making all arrangements with their educational institutions. Interns should be prepared to perform in a variety of settings on any given day including beach, on water, and laboratory. Specialized gear such as dry suits and life jackets will be provided. To apply please submit by March 15th: - Completed internship application with tentative start/end
[MARMAM] video night
Apologies for cross-posting Dear ECS and MARMAM colleague A video night is scheduled during the upcoming conference. If you are interested to present a video, could you please contact me (ecsconference2...@ulg.ac.be) for video instructions (length, format,...) Looking forward to seeing you soon Thierry Thierry Jauniaux, DMV, PhD, ECS Conference 2014 Liege 5-9 April http://liege.europeancetaceansociety.eu/conference/28th-annual-conference ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
