[MARMAM] Aerial Observer Position - Provincetown, MA USA

2020-09-14 Thread Stephanie Richardson
Right Whale Ecology Program – Aerial Observer Position

Center for Coastal Studies (CCS), Provincetown MA USA

The Center for Coastal Studies is seeking one aerial survey observer for
the upcoming 2021 right whale survey season. Observers will work on the
aerial team, which operates between January 1 and May 31 every year, flying
surveys to assess the abundance, distribution, conservation status and
behavior of North Atlantic right whales in Cape Cod Bay.

Primary Responsibilities:

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   Participate in right whale aerial surveys by rotating through the three
   positions: observer/data recorder, observer/photographer, and ground contact
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   Processing aerial survey data: entering and proofing data recorded
   during surveys, completing effort and sightings data tables, photo-analysis
   and photo-identification of individuals, updating in-house identification
   catalog, and preparing data for submissions to the North Atlantic Right
   Whale Consortium
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   Familiarizing oneself with current entanglement cases and protocols, as
   well as individuals of interest


Other responsibilities may include:

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   Assisting program director, data manager, or flight coordinator with
   relevant projects
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   Writing field notes to be shared with the public
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   Finalizing data entry and photo analysis from previous field seasons



Minimum Requirements:

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   A college degree, preferably in biological/ environmental sciences
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   Proficient with DSLR cameras in a variety of lighting conditions
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   Experience in species-identification of marine mammals, and
   photo-identification of individuals
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   Basic computer literacy and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
   programs (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
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   Must work well in a team. Field hours can be long and the winter
   fieldwork conditions are cold and often uncomfortable
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   Ability to work in small aircraft for up to 9 hours per day with
   continual focus
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   Must not suffer from air sickness.



Preferred Qualifications:

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   Working knowledge of R, iMatch, and/or Mysticetus software
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   Previous aerial survey experience
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   Aircraft ditch and EBS training within the last five years
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   Enthusiasm, a sense of humor, attention to detail and willingness to
   learn


We fly between one and four surveys weekly throughout the field season.
Observers are sometimes required to work on weekends and holidays, often
for long hours in a small aircraft and/or aboard a research vessel.



Housing will be provided for the duration of the field period. This is a
paid position.

CCS has a long history of conservation and research work with the North
Atlantic right whale. Details of our work can be found on our website:
coastalstudies.org/right-whale-research/

Application process:
Please submit your cover letter, resume, college transcripts, and the
contact information for three references via email in PDF format to
srichard...@coastalstudies.org  with the
subject line: 2021 RW Aerial Observer Position



Deadline for submissions: September 30, 2020. No applications will be
accepted after this date.

-- 
Stephanie Richardson
Human Resource Manager
Center for Coastal Studies
5 Holway Avenue
Provincetown, MA 02657
t. (508) 487-3622 Ext. 113
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[MARMAM] Aerial Observer Position - Provincetown, MA USA

2014-09-13 Thread Stephanie Richardson
Aerial Observer Position - Right Whale Research Program



Provincetown, MA - USA



The Center for Coastal Studies (CCS) is seeking right whale aerial survey
observers for the 2015 winter/spring season (January 1st  to May 15th,
2015).



Responsibilities include: participation in marine mammal aerial surveys of
Cape Cod Bay and adjacent waters, photo analysis, data entry, and
associated work; as part of an ongoing long term study of North Atlantic
right whales.  The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
prior experience as a marine mammal aerial survey observer, experience in
matching right whales (or other species of cetaceans), familiarity with
digital SLR cameras, at least a B.S. with courses in biology, and the
ability to work and live successfully in a team environment.  This is a
full-time temporary/seasonal position.  Shared housing will be provided.



Information about the CCS Right Whale Research Program is available at:
http://coastalstudies.org/right-whale-research/population-monitoring/



Please submit cover letter, resume, and three references by October 15,
2014 to:



Stephanie Richardson

Human Resource Manager

115 Bradford Street

Provincetown, MA 02657

or Email: srichard...@coastalstudies.org




-- 
Stephanie Richardson
Human Resource Manager
Center for Coastal Studies
115 Bradford Street
Provincetown, MA 02657
t. (508) 487-3622 Ext. 113
f. (508) 487-4495
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[MARMAM] Aerial Observer Position - Provincetown, MA USA

2012-08-15 Thread Stephanie Richardson
RIGHT WHALE AERIAL SURVEY OBSERVER

The Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies (PCCS) isseeking a right whale
aerial survey observer for the 2013 winter/spring season(January 2nd
through May 15th 2013).   The selected candidate will participate in
anon-going long term study of North Atlantic right whales in Cape Cod Bay
and theadjacent waters.  Responsibilitiesinclude participation in marine
mammal aerial surveys, photo-analysis,assisting with maintenance of the
in-house catalog, and data processing.

Previous experience as a marine mammal aerial surveyobserver and
photo-identification (right whales or other large cetaceans) isstrongly
desired.  Applicants must haveat least a B.S., with courses in biology, and
the ability to live and work wellin a team environment.  This is afull-time
seasonal position. Shared housing will be provided at no cost.  General
information about the Right WhaleStudies Program at PCCS is available at
our website www.coastalstudies.org.

Please submitcover letter, resume, and two references by September 15, 2012
to:

Stephanie Richardson

Human Resource Manager

115 Bradford Street

Provincetown, MA 02657

Email: srichard...@coastalstudies.org

-- 
Stephanie Richardson
Human Resource Manager
Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies
115 Bradford Street
Provincetown, MA 02652
t. (508) 487-3622 Ext. 113
f. (508) 487-4495
Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:00 AM-2:00PM
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