[MARMAM] New Publication: Northernmost record of humpback whales from Antarctica

[Joëlle De Weerdt]

Dear Colleagues,

On behalf of my co-author Eric Angel Ramos, Ted Cheeseman and myself, I am
pleased to announce the publication of our note in Marine Mammal Science on
the presence of humpback whales in Nicaragua coming from Antarctica:

De Weerdt J., Ramos E. A. and Cheeseman T. 2020.  Northernmost records of
Southern Hemisphere humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) migrating from
the Antarctic Peninsula to the Pacific coast of Nicaragua

The paper can be found here:
http://dx.doi.org/10./mms.12677

Abstract:
We report the northernmost records to date of Southern Hemisphere humpback
whales migrating from the Antarctica Peninsula to the Pacific coast of
Nicaragua during the austral winter. From 2015 to 2018, data from
opportunistic sightings of humpback whales were gathered during boat trips
in Nicaragua, crowd-sourced through local citizen science efforts in the
region and matched with a whale photographed in Antarctica through the
citizen science program Happywhale. Sightings were made between July and
October, coinciding with the occurrence of Southern Hemisphere humpback
whales in their breeding areas. Whale sightings were lowest in July (6.3%),
peaked in August (59.4%,), and declined in September (22.0%) and October
(12.5%). The photographic recapture of one whale in Antarctica confirmed
that whales migrating from the Southern Hemisphere enter Nicaraguan waters.
These findings indicate either a previously unknown migratory pattern of
Southern Hemisphere humpback whales, and/or a potential northward extension
of their breeding grounds.


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Beste regards,

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[MARMAM] Team Leader Cetacean research Nicaragua 2020

[Joëlle De Weerdt]

*About Association ELI-S*

Association ELI-S is a small French nonprofit organization created in 2013.
Our organization aims at promoting, protecting and conserving cetaceans in
Central America, and launched since 2016 the pioneer project “ Cetacean
Conservation of Nicaragua “. The aim is to generate knowledge on cetacean
presence, population size, distribution and habitat use patterns. The
expected output is to generate:1) scientific data on cetaceans in
Nicaragua, 2) environmental awareness to the local communities in order to
create a socio-economic relevance in conserving and protecting their
natural environment and 3) responsible eco-tourism. Eight species were
identified and the most abundant species are: humpback whales, bottlenose
dolphins and pantropical spotted dolphins.

ELI-Scientific is recruiting a team leader for field work,
photo-identification and data entry from between January and April 2020 in
San Juan del Sur. This position is a great opportunity for a scientist that
wish to gain additional experience on the field and learn how a small
non-profit organization works.


*Location: *San Juan del Sur South-West of Nicaragua

*Period: *01 January to 30 April - 4 month commitment

*Type of agreement: *Full time.


*Duties:*

- Assist in Boat based and land based surveys in collecting data on
cetaceans

-  Photo-identification of whale and dolphin species

-  Coordinate a group of research assistants with the project
director

-  Verify Data entry of collected data

-  Verify Data entry of collected data

-  Participate to public outreach and events


*Desirable Skills and qualifications:*

-  *Mc in biology / environmental sciences*

-  *Fluency in Spanish and English (!)*

-  *Enthusiastic, conscientious and hard working (!)*

-  Experience of working in developing countries

-  Proactive

-  Interest in marine mammal research

-  Experience with photo-identification : matching and grading
systems

-  Excellent verbal and written communication skills

-  Being able to manage a small team



-  Being able to live in basic living conditions



This position is an *unpaid position* but food and accomodation will be
provided.

*To apply:*

Please email a CV, 2 references and cover letter outlining your experience
and motivations. Send this to v.po...@hotmail.fr and eliscienti...@gmail.com
in copy with "Team Leader 2020" in the subject line. Deadline of
Application: 31th of October 2019. Interviews via Skype on 01 November 2019.


*Contact:*

For further information or any queries, please contact *Joelle De Weerdt,
Project Director* via  eliscienti...@gmail.com

Website: www.nicacetacea.org / www.eli-s.com

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[MARMAM] Deadline reminder : Research assistants Nicaragua 2020

[Joëlle De Weerdt]

**About Association ELI-S**
ELI-S is a small nonprofit organization based in France that has been
created in 2013. Our organization aims at promoting, protecting and
conserving cetaceans in Central America. We are running the Cetacean
Conservation Project of Nicaragua since 2016. This pioneer project aims to
generate knowledge on cetacean presence, population size, distribution and
habitat use patterns. The expected output is to generate:1) scientific data
on cetaceans in Nicaragua, 2) environmental awareness to the local
communities in order to create a socio-economic relevance in conserving and
protecting their natural environment and 3) responsible eco-tourism.

ELI-Scientific is recruiting volunteer research assistants for field work,
photo-identification and data entry from between January and April 2020 in
Padre Ramos and San Juan del Sur. All team members will have a training
beforehand on field methodologies and protocols as well as data entry and
data management. Research assistants should expect to spend time on the
computer for data analysis but also to spend some days on the field to
gather data during the 16-week field study. The Research Assistant have a
unique opportunity to participate to a pioneer research project under the
supervision of experienced marine biologists, which gives the opportunity
for the assistant to develop both professionally but also personally thanks
to the unique experience to live within local communities. A commitment of
minimum 1 month is expected.


*Location: *San Juan del Sur South-West of Nicaragua and Padre Ramos
North-West of Nicaragua


*Period: *Between January and April with a start on the first of each month
(1 month commitment)


*Type of agreement: *Full time.


*Duties:*

-  Assist in Boat based and land based surveys in collecting data
on cetaceans

-  Photo-identification of whale and dolphin species

-  Update photo-ID catalogue

-  Data entry of collected data

-  Participate to public outreach and events


*Desirable Skills and qualifications:*

-  *Bsc or Mc in biology / environmental sciences*

-  *Fluency in Spanish (!)*

-  *Enthusiastic, conscientious and hard working (!)*

-  Experience of working in developing countries

-  Proactive with ability to work unsupervised

-  Interest in wildlife and conservation

-  Being comfortable on a small boat and spend long hours on a boat
in the sun

-  Excellent verbal and written communication skills

-  Being able to work in a small team



-  Being able to live in basic living conditions

-  An interest and knowledge of marine life

-  A background in science (chemistry, physics or biology)

-  Be able to swim

*Successful candidate will:*

-  Gain valuable experience in cetacean survey techniques and
behavioral studies

-  Work in a very dynamic environment

-  Get insight in running a research project in developing countries



This position is an *unpaid position* and requires a participation fee of
900 euros per month

*This fee includes:*

-  Accommodation in a shared room

-  All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and cook

-  Water and electricity

-  Fieldwork expenses

-  One week Training to marine mammal survey material and
methodologies

-  Membership to the organization for a year

-  2 t-shirts

*Fee does not include:*

-  Flights to the country

-  Personal expenses: restaurants, bars, telephone, internet,
cleaning clothes, etc.


*To apply:*

Please email your CV, 2 references and cover letter outlining your
experience
and motivations. Send this to v.po...@hotmail.fr *and *
eliscienti...@gmail.com in copy with"Research assistant 2020" in the
subject line. Interviews via Skype.
Deadline: 15th of October 2019.
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[MARMAM] Research assistants needed - Cetacean Conservation of Nicaragua

[Joëlle De Weerdt]

*About Association ELI-S*

ELI-S is a small nonprofit organization based in France that has been
created in 2013. Our organization aims at promoting, protecting and
conserving cetaceans in Central America. We are running the Cetacean
Conservation Project of Nicaragua since 2016. This pioneer project aims to
generate knowledge on cetacean presence, population size, distribution and
habitat use patterns. The expected output is to generate:1) scientific data
on cetaceans in Nicaragua, 2) environmental awareness to the local
communities in order to create a socio-economic relevance in conserving and
protecting their natural environment and 3) responsible eco-tourism.

ELI-Scientific is recruiting volunteer research assistants for field work,
photo-identification and data entry from between January and April 2020 in
Padre Ramos and San Juan del Sur. All team members will have a training
beforehand on field methodologies and protocols as well as data entry and
data management. Research assistants should expect to spend time on the
computer for data analysis but also to spend some days on the field to
gather data during the 16-week field study. The Research Assistant have a
unique opportunity to participate to a pioneer research project under the
supervision of experienced marine biologists, which gives the opportunity
for the assistant to develop both professionally but also personally thanks
to the unique experience to live within local communities. A commitment of
minimum 1 month is expected.


*Location: *San Juan del Sur South-West of Nicaragua and Padre Ramos
North-West of Nicaragua


*Period: *Between January and April with a start on the first of each month
(1 month commitment)


*Type of agreement: *Full time.


*Duties:*

-  Assist in Boat based and land based surveys in collecting data
on cetaceans

-  Photo-identification of whale and dolphin species

-  Update photo-ID catalogue

-  Data entry of collected data

-  Participate to public outreach and events


*Desirable Skills and qualifications:*

-  *Bsc or Mc in biology / environmental sciences*

-  *Fluency in Spanish (!)*

-  *Enthusiastic, conscientious and hard working (!)*

-  Experience of working in developing countries

-  Proactive with ability to work unsupervised

-  Interest in wildlife and conservation

-  Being comfortable on a small boat and spend long hours on a boat
in the sun

-  Excellent verbal and written communication skills

-  Being able to work in a small team



-  Being able to live in basic living conditions

-  An interest and knowledge of marine life

-  A background in science (chemistry, physics or biology)

-  Be able to swim

*Successful candidate will:*

-  Gain valuable experience in cetacean survey techniques and
behavioral studies

-  Work in a very dynamic environment

-  Get insight in running a research project in developing countries



This position is an *unpaid position* and requires a participation fee of
900 euros per month

*This fee includes:*

-  Accommodation in a shared room

-  All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and cook

-  Water and electricity

-  Fieldwork expenses

-  One week Training to marine mammal survey material and
methodologies

-  Membership to the organization for a year

-  2 t-shirts

*Fee does not include:*

-  Flights to the country

-  Personal expenses: restaurants, bars, telephone, internet,
cleaning clothes, etc.


*To apply:*

Please email a CV, 2 references and cover letter outlining your experience
and motivations. Send this to victoria.po...@eli-s.com
 and eliscienti...@gmail.com in copy with
"Research assistant 2020" in the subject line. Interviews via Skype.
Deadline: 15th of October 2019.


*Contact:*

For further information and any queries, please contact *Joelle De Weerdt,
Project Director*

Website: www.nicacetacea.org

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[MARMAM] New Publication: Feeding of humpback whales in Nicaragua

[Joëlle De Weerdt]

Dear Colleagues,

On behalf of my co-author Eric Angel Ramos and myself, I am pleased to
announce the publication of our note in Marine Mammal Science on feeding of
humpback whales in Nicaragua:

De Weerdt J. And Ramos E. A. 2019. Feeding of humpback whales (Megaptera
novaeangliae) on the Pacific coast of Nicaragua

*Abstract*
We report evidence of feeding by humpback whales in the Central American
subpopulation of this species along the Pacific coast of Nicaragua during
their winter breeding seasons in 2017 and 2018. Boat-based surveys were
conducted to collect data on whales as part of ongoing studies at two field
sites: Northern and Southern Nicaragua. We documented 18 events with either
direct or indirect evidence of whale feeding activity, exclusively in
Southern Nicaragua. Lunge feeding was observed on 6 occasions and in 12
sightings there was indirect evidence of feeding including the erratic
surface movements, the presence of feces, and close associations with
feeding aggregations of seabirds and dolphins. Photo-identification
analysis revealed that at least one whale was documented feeding in both
years, indicating some whales may regularly feed in this location to
account for the energetic demands of migration. These findings provide
important insights into the importance of Nicaragua for migrating humpback
whales.

The paper can be found here:
http://doi.wiley.com/10./mms.126
<http://doi.wiley.com/10./mms.12601>13
<http://doi.wiley.com/10./mms.12601>

Please send an email to eliscienti...@gmail.com if you wish to have a pdf
version of the article.

Beste regards,
Joëlle De Weerdt
Association ELI-S
ELI-Scientific
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[MARMAM] Humpback whale research expedition Costa Rica & Panama

[Joëlle De Weerdt]

The organization ELI-S and the Coastal dolphin of Latin America is very
happy to announce the setting up of a research expedition on humpback whale
calving habitat in Golfo Dulce (Costa Rica) and Gulf of Chiriqui (Panama).

When ?

Costa Rica from 28 August-1 September 2019

and

Panama  from 1 September – 5 September 2019

Don't miss your chance to join us on this special edition where you can
discover Costa Rica and Panama during one single expedition.  Thanks to 15
years of data gathering on behaviors combined to satellite tagging data
(cooperation with Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in Panama) we
have shown the fluid movement of mother-calf pairs between coastal waters
in Chiriquí Gulf and Osa Peninsula, more particularly in Golfo Dulce. We
will assess the development stage and health of calves. We will also be
recording vocalizations on these calving areas. Additionally as a side
project we will continue photo-ID efforts in Chiriquí Gulf with inshore
bottlenose dolphins and seek possible exchange and transitions with the
dolphin population in nearby Golfo Dulce.

No previous experience is required to join the expedition as training will
be provided. You will assist marine biologists in the field and gain
experience in boat-based surveys.

The program for this expedition comprises four marine navigations along
coastal areas in the two study sites: two in Golfo Dulce and two in Gulf of
Chiriquí. Participation fee includes lodging in shared accommodations (9
days/ 8 nights), including breakfast and dinner, meals, hydration and
snacks during navigation are also included. The expedition arrangement
facilitates participation in only one half of the expedition (4 nights / 5
days), however, we will start in Golfo Dulce since is the model to guide
research next door in Panama, we will aid in travel arrangements in case
just one of the site is chosen for participation.


For any additionnal information on the program fees please send an email to
eliscienti...@gmail.com or visit https://www.nicacetacea.org/researchcamp


Best regards,

*Joëlle De Weerdt, Msc*
President ELI-S
Project director of Cetacean conservation of Nicaragua
-
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[MARMAM] Volunteer education assistant - Cetacean conservation of Nicaragua

[Joëlle De Weerdt]

*About ELI-Scientific*


ELI-S is a nonprofit organization based in France that has been created in
2013. Our organization aims at promoting, protecting and conserving
cetaceans. We have set up the research project “Cetacean Conservation in
Nicaragua” in 2015. This pioneer project aims to generate knowledge on
cetacean presence, distribution and habitat use patterns. The expected
output is to generate: 1) scientific data on cetaceans in Nicaragua, 2)
environmental awareness to the local communities in order to create a
socio-economic relevance in conserving and protecting their natural
environment and 3) responsible eco-tourism.


ELI-Scientific is recruiting a volunteer education assistant to give
environmental science classes during one semester in a local school in San
Juan del Sur. The education assistant will be present during the field work
on planned from January 22nd to April 22nd 2018 in San Juan del Sur. The
offer includes the opportunity for the assistant to develop both
professionally but also personally thanks to the unique experience to live
within local communities in basic living conditions. A commitment for 6
months is expected.


*Locations: *San Juan del Sur South-West of Nicaragua


*Period: *January to June 2018 (6 months commitment, Dates to confirm)


*Type of agreement: *Full time. 2 Days off per week.


*Duties:*

-  Develop environmental science classes for kids aging from 10 to
16 years old

-  Give twice a week one-hour science classes in two local schools
in San Juan del Sur

-  Network with local actors and integrate their initiatives in the
science classes

-  Participate to public outreach and events

-  Organize field trips with children in order to discover local
(marine) biodiversity and conservation initiatives

-  Update social media and website



*Skills and qualifications:*

-  *Fluency in Spanish (!)*

-  *Enthusiastic, conscientious and hard working*

-  Experience of working in developing countries

-  *Experience in delivering educational activities*

-  Proactive with ability to work unsupervised

-  Interest in wildlife and conservation

-  Being able to work and live in a small team

-  Being able to live in basic living conditions



*Desirable skills :*

-  An interest and knowledge of marine life

-  A background in biology, particularly marine
biology/environmental science

-  Speaking English and/or French would be a plus

This position is a volunteer and unpaid position, please contact the
project director for more details.


*To apply:*

Please email a CV, 2 references and cover letter outlining your experience
and motivations. Send this to joelle.dewee...@eli-s.com with “Education
assistant 2018” in the subject line. Interviews via Skype. Deadline: 15th
of September 2017.


*Contact:*
For further information and any queries, please contact *Joëlle De Weerdt,
Project Director*

Email: joelle.dewee...@eli-s.com
More information?

Website of Non profit: www.eli-s.com

Website of Project: www.nicacetacea.org
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[MARMAM] Volunteer Research assistant - Cetacean Conservation of Nicaragua

[Joëlle De Weerdt]

*Volunteer - Cetacean Research Assistant *


*About ELI-Scientific*

ELI-S is a small nonprofit organization composed of a team of three
volunteers based in France that has been created in 2013. Our organization
aims at promoting, protecting and conserving cetaceans. We have set up the
research project “Cetacean Conservation in Nicaragua” in 2015. This pioneer
project aims to generate knowledge on cetacean presence, population size,
distribution and habitat use patterns. The expected output is to generate:
1) scientific data on cetaceans in Nicaragua, 2) environmental awareness to
the local communities in order to create a socio-economic relevance in
conserving and protecting their natural environment and 3) responsible
eco-tourism.


ELI-Scientific is recruiting volunteer research assistants for field work,
photo-identification and data entry from January 22nd to April 22nd 2018 in
Padre Ramos and San Juan del Sur. All team members will have a training
beforehand on the field methodologies and protocols as well as on data
entry and management. Research assistants should expect to spend time on
the computer for data analysis but also to spend some days on the field to
gather data during the 12-week field study. The Research Assistant have a
unique opportunity to participate to a pioneer research project under the
supervision of experienced marine biologists, which gives the opportunity
for the assistant to develop both professionally but also personally thanks
to the unique experience to live within local communities. A commitment of
3 months is expected.


*Locations: *Padre Ramos North-West of Nicaragua

San Juan del Sur South-West of Nicaragua


*Period: *22 of January to 22 of April (3 months commitment)


*Type of agreement: *Full time.


*Duties:*

-  Assist in Boat based and land based surveys in collecting data
on cetaceans

-  Photo-identification of whale and dolphin species

-  Update photo-ID catalogue

-  Data entry of collected data

-  Participate to public outreach and events



*Skills and qualifications:*

-  *Bsc or Mc in biology / environmental sciences*

-  *Fluency in Spanish (!)*

-  *Enthusiastic, conscientious and hard working*

-  Experience of working in developing countries

-  *Experience in delivering educational activities*

-  Proactive with ability to work unsupervised

-  Interest in wildlife and conservation

-  Being comfortable on a small boat and spend long hours on a boat
in the sun

-  Excellent verbal and written communication skills

-  Being able to work in a small team

-  Being able to live in basic living conditions



*Desirable skills :*

-  Have background in cetacean ecology

-  An interest and knowledge of marine life

-  A background in marine biology

-  Be able to swim

*Successful candidate will:*

-  Gain valuable experience in cetacean survey techniques and
behavioral studies

-  Work in a very dynamic environment

-  Get insight in running a research project in developing countries



This position is an *unpaid position* and requires a contribution fee of
500 euros per month (converted in dollar according to the exchange rate).


*This fee includes:*

-  Accommodation

-  All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and cook

-  Water and electricity

-  Fieldwork expenses

-  Training to marine mammal survey material and methodologies

-  Membership to the organization for a year

-  2 t-shirts

*Fee does not include:*

-  Travel expenses to come to the study site

-  Personal expenses: restaurants, bars, telephone, internet,
cleaning clothes, etc.

*To apply:*

Please email a CV, 2 references and cover letter outlining your experience
and motivations. Send this to joelle.dewee...@eli-s.com with “Research
assistant 2018” in the subject line. Interviews via Skype. Deadline: 15th
of September 2017.


*Contact:*
For further information and any queries, please contact *Joëlle De Weerdt,
Project Director*

Email: joelle.dewee...@eli-s.com
More information?

Website of Non profit: www.eli-s.com

Website of Project: www.nicacetacea.org
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[MARMAM] LAST MINUTE CANCELLATION: intenship opportunity in Nicaragua

[Joëlle De Weerdt]

Due to a last minute cancellation we have an open position for an
internship as a research assistant on the cetacean conservation project of
Nicaragua.

*About ELI-Scientific*

ELI-S is a nonprofit organization based in France that has been created in
2013. Our organization aims at promoting, protecting and conserving
cetaceans. We have set up the research project ?Cetacean Conservation in
Nicaragua?.


ELI-Scientific is seeking one research assistants for field work,
photo-identification and data entry from 23 of January to 23 of April 2017.
This project aims to generate knowledge on cetacean presence, distribution
and
habitat use patterns. The Research Assistant will have a unique opportunity
to participate on a pioneer research project under the supervision of
experienced Team Leader and the Project Director.


The expected output is to generate: 1) scientific data on cetaceans in
Nicaragua, 2) environmental awareness to the local communities in order to
create a socio-economic relevance in conserving and protecting their
natural environment and 3) responsible eco-tourism.


All team members will have a training beforehand on the field methodologies
and protocols as well as on data management.


*Locations: *Padre Ramos North-West of Nicaragua

*Period: *January,23rd ? April, 23rd 2017 (3 months)

*Type of agreement: *Full time. 1-2 Days off per week.


Research assistants should expect to spend at least 4 days a week on the
field and 1 day a week in working with data and should be willing and able
to work a 5-6 days per week during the 12-week field study.


*Duties:*

-  Assist in Boat based surveys in collecting data on cetaceans

-  Photo-identification of whale and dolphin species

-  Update photo-ID catalogue

-  Data entry of collected data

-  Participate to public outreach

*Skills and qualifications:*

-  Bsc or Mc in biology / environmental sciences

-  Fluency in Spanish

-  Enthusiastic, conscientious and hard working

-  Have background in cetacean ecology, and at least one
season of field
work

-  Experience of working in developing countries

-  Experience in delivering educational activities

-  Proactive with ability to work unsupervised

-  Interest in wildlife and conservation

-  Being comfortable on a small boat

-  Excellent verbal and written communication skills

-  Being able to work in a small team

-  Being able to live in basic living conditions

 *Desirable skills :*

-  An interest and knowledge of marine life

-  A background in marine biology

-  Speaking English and French is a plus

-  Be able to swim

*Successful candidate will:*

-  Gain valuable experience in cetacean survey techniques and
behavioral
studies

-  Work in a very dynamic environment

-  Get insight in running a research project in developing countries

*Accommodation and expenses:*

A participation fee of 500 euros/month will be asked to the assistant which
covers accommodation, food expenses, travel to and from the airport, the
membership to the organisation, 2 project t-shirts and a one week training
on marine mammal identification and research methods.

*To apply:*

Please email a CV and a cover letter outlining your experience
and motivations. Send this to joelle.dewee...@eli-s.com with -Research
assistant 2017- in the subject line.

*Contact:*
For further information and any queries, please contact Joelle De
Weerdt, Project Director.

Email: joelle.dewee...@eli-s.com
Tel: 0032 497 71 20 87
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[MARMAM] URGENT: 1 research assistant Needed LAST CALL

[Joëlle De Weerdt]

*About ELI-Scientific*

ELI-S is a nonprofit organization based in France that has been created in
2013. Our organization aims at promoting, protecting and conserving
cetaceans. We have set up the research project ?Cetacean Conservation in
Nicaragua?.


ELI-Scientific is seeking one research assistants for field work,
photo-identification and data entry from 23 of January to 23 of April 2017.
This
project aims to generate knowledge on cetacean presence, distribution and
habitat use patterns. The Research Assistant will have a unique opportunity
to participate to a pioneer research project under the supervision of
experienced Team Leader and the Project Director.


The expected output is to generate: 1) scientific data on cetaceans in
Nicaragua, 2) environmental awareness to the local communities in order to
create a socio-economic relevance in conserving and protecting their
natural environment and 3) responsible eco-tourism.


All team members will have a training beforehand on the field methodologies
and protocols as well as on data management.


*Locations: *Padre Ramos North-West of Nicaragua

*Period: *January,23rd – April, 23rd 2017 (3 months)

*Type of agreement: *Full time. 1 Day off per week.


Research assistants should expect to spend at least 4 days a week on the
field and 1 day a week in working with data and should be willing and able
to work a 6 days per week during the 12-week field study.


*Duties:*

-  Assist in Boat based surveys in collecting data on cetaceans

-  Photo-identification of whale and dolphin species

-  Update photo-ID catalogue

-  Data entry of collected data

-  Participate to public outreach



*Skills and qualifications:*

-  *Bsc or Mc in biology / environmental sciences*

-  *Fluency in Spanish*

-  *Enthusiastic, conscientious and hard working*

-  Have background in cetacean ecology, and at least one season of
field work

-  Experience of working in developing countries

-  *Experience in delivering educational activities*

-  Proactive with ability to work unsupervised

-  Interest in wildlife and conservation

-  Being comfortable on a small boat

-  Excellent verbal and written communication skills

-  Being able to work in a small team

-  Being able to live in basic living conditions

 *Desirable skills :*

-  An interest and knowledge of marine life

-  A background in marine biology

-  Speaking English and French is a plus

-  Be able to swim

*Successful candidate will:*

-  Gain valuable experience in cetacean survey techniques and
behavioral studies

-  Work in a very dynamic environment

-  Get insight in running a research project in developing countries

*Accommodation and expenses:*

A participation fee of 500 euros/month will be asked to the assistant and
includes accommodation and food, the travel to and from the airport, the
membership to the organisation, 2 project t-shirts. The Research assistant
is responsible for its own transportation.


*To apply:*

Please email a CV, 2 references and cover letter outlining your experience
and motivations. Send this to joelle.dewee...@eli-s.com with -Research
assistant 2017- in the subject line. The application deadline is 13
November 2016. Interviews per skype.

*Contact:*
For further information and any queries, please contact Joelle De
Weerdt, Project
Director


Email: joelle.dewee...@eli-s.com
Tel: 0032 497 71 20 87

Website: www.eli-s.com and www.nicacetacea.org
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[MARMAM] Research assistants 2017 - Cetacean Conservation project of Nicaragua

[Joëlle De Weerdt]

*About ELI-Scientific*

ELI-S is a nonprofit organization based in France that has been created in
2013. Our organization aims at promoting, protecting and conserving
cetaceans. We have set up the research project “Cetacean Conservation in
Nicaragua”.


ELI-Scientific is recruiting six research assistants for field work,
photo-identification and data entry from February to April 2017. This
project aims to generate knowledge on cetacean presence, distribution and
habitat use patterns. The Research Assistant will have a unique opportunity
to participate to a pioneer research project under the supervision of
experienced Team Leader and the Project Director.


The expected output is to generate: 1) scientific data on cetaceans in
Nicaragua, 2) environmental awareness to the local communities in order to
create a socio-economic relevance in conserving and protecting their
natural environment and 3) responsible eco-tourism.


All team members will have a training beforehand on the field methodologies
and protocols as well as on data management.


*Locations: *Padre Ramos North-West of Nicaragua

San Juan del Sur South-West of Nicaragua


*Period: *February - April 2017 (3 months)


*Type of agreement: *Full time. 1 Day off per week.


Research assistants should expect to spend at least 4 days a week on the
field and 1 day a week in working with data and should be willing and able
to work a 6 days per week during the 12-week field study.


*Duties:*

-  Assist in Boat based surveys in collecting data on cetaceans

-  Photo-identification of whale and dolphin species

-  Update photo-ID catalogue

-  Data entry of collected data

-  Participate to public outreach



*Skills and qualifications:*

-  *Bsc or Mc in biology / environmental sciences*

-  *Fluency in Spanish*

-  *Enthusiastic, conscientious and hard working*

-  Have background in cetacean ecology

-  Experience of working in developing countries

-  *Experience in delivering educational activities*

-  Proactive with ability to work unsupervised

-  Interest in wildlife and conservation

-  Being comfortable on a small boat

-  Excellent verbal and written communication skills

-  Being able to work in a small team

-  Being able to live in basic living conditions

 *Desirable skills :*

-  An interest and knowledge of marine life

-  A background in marine biology

-  Speaking English and French is a plus

-  Be able to swim

*Successful candidate will:*

-  Gain valuable experience in cetacean survey techniques and
behavioral studies

-  Work in a very dynamic environment

-  Get insight in running a research project in developing countries

*Accommodation and expenses:*

There is no monetary compensation for this study. A participation fee of
500 euros/month or 550$/month will cover accommodation and food (3 times a
day) and include project t-shirts. The Research assistant is responsible
for its own transportation. Travel from Managua to the study site will be
covered.


*To apply:*

Please email a CV, 2 references and cover letter outlining your experience
and motivations. Send this to joelle.dewee...@eli-s.com with “Research
assistant 2017” in the subject line. The application deadline is 16 October
2016. Interviews via Skype are possible.


*Contact:*
For further information and any queries, please contact Joëlle De Weerdt,
Project Director


Email: joelle.dewee...@eli-s.com
Tel: 0032 497 71 20 87

Website: www.eli-s.com
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[MARMAM] Cetacean research assistants - Nicaragua

[Joëlle De Weerdt]

Dear,

Please find the announcement of cetacean research assistants in Nicaragua
for ELI-Scientific.

Thanks a lot.
Kind regards,

*Joëlle De Weerdt*




*Cetacean Research Assistant  *

*About ELI-Scientific*

ELI-Scientific is a nonprofit organization based in France that has been
created in January 2015. Our organization aims at promoting, protecting and
conserving cetaceans. We have set up the research project “Cetacean
Conservation in Nicaragua”.

ELI-Scientific is recruiting two research assistants for field work,
photo-identification and data entry from January to March 2016. This
project aims to generate knowledge on cetacean presence, distribution and
habitat use patterns. The Research Assistant will have a unique opportunity
to participate to a pioneer research project under the supervision of the
Team Leader and the Project Director.


The expected output is to generate: 1) scientific data on cetaceans in
Nicaragua, 2) environmental awareness to the local communities in order to
create a socio-economic relevance in conserving and protecting their
natural environment and 3) responsible eco-tourism.


Master students or persons aiming to work on a research project are
strongly encouraged to apply to this position. All team members will have a
training beforehand on the field methodologies and protocols as well as on
data management.


*Location: *Padre Ramos North-West of Nicaragua

*Period: *January - March 2016 (3 month)

*Type of agreement: *Full time. 1 Day off per week.


Research assistants should expect to spend at least 4 days a week on the
field and 1 day a week in working with data and should be willing and able
to work a 6 days per week during the 12-week field study.


*Duties:*


   - Assist in Boat based surveys in collecting data on cetaceans
   - Photo-identification of whale and dolphin species
   - Update photo-ID catalogue
   - Data entry of collected data

 *Skills and qualifications:*


   - *Bsc or Mc in biology / environmental sciences*
   - *Fluency in Spanish*
   - *Enthusiastic, conscientious and hard working*
   - Have background in cetacean ecology
   - Experience of working in developing countries
   - *Experience in delivering educational activities*
   - Proactive with ability to work unsupervised
   - Interest in wildlife and conservation
   - Being comfortable on a small boat
   - Excellent verbal and written communication skills
   - Being able to work in a small team

 *Desirable skills:*


   - An interest and knowledge of marine life
   - A background in marine biology
   - Speaking English and French is a plus
   - Be able to swim

*Successful candidate will:*


   - *G*ain valuable experience in cetacean survey techniques and
   behavioral studies
   - Work in a very dynamic environment
   - Get insight in running a research project in developing countries

*Accommodation and expenses:*

There is no monetary compensation for this study. Accommodation and food
will be provided for 450 euros/month or 500$/month. This depends on the
funds obtained by the NGO and/or the participant. The Research assistant is
responsible for its own transportation. Travel from Managua to the study
site will be covered.


*Funds:*

European students or unemployed persons are encouraged to apply and can
contact us to discuss funding opportunities.


*To apply:*

Please email a CV, 2 references and cover letter outlining your experience
and motivations. Send this to joelle.dewee...@eli-s.com with “Research
assistant 2015” in the subject line. The application
deadline is 18 October 2015. Interviews via Skype are possible.


*Contact:*
For further information and any queries, please contact *Joëlle De Weerdt,
Project coordinator* Email: joelle.dewee...@eli-s.com
Tel: 0032 497 71 20 87

Website: www.eli-s.com
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