Employment: Delaware!!

Position Announcement: Director of the School of Marine Science and Policy

The College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment at the University of Delaware invites applications for the position of Director of the School of Marine Science and Policy (SMSP). The position provides a unique opportunity to lead a premier marine organization into the coming decade. The Director is responsible for all teaching, research, and service activities within the School and reports directly to the Dean of the College. The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of full professor.

We seek an energetic scholar in any area of marine science or policy who has developed a nationally and internationally recognized body of scholarship with evidence of deep commitment to marine education, research, and academic leadership. Candidates should have administrative experience as a department chairperson, laboratory director, or equivalent leadership position in
academia. This will include high achievement in teaching and service, as well as substantial experience in the conduct and administration of competitive research programs supported by funds from private sources, foundations, and government agencies.

The School is composed of 41 faculty members, approximately 100 graduate students, and a growing undergraduate program. The SMSP is ranked among the top institutions for marine education and research in the United States, with facilities located on the Sharp Campus at the mouth of Delaware Bay in Lewes, Delaware and on the main campus in Newark, Delaware. The 64-acre Sharp Campus features over 100,000 square feet of modern laboratory, classroom, and office space. The Director is expected to maintain an active presence at both the Sharp campus in Lewes and the main University of Delaware campus in Newark.

The University of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer which encourages applications from women and from members of minority groups. More information on the College and School may be found at http://www.ceoe.udel.edu/ and http://www.ceoe.udel.edu/academics/smsp/index.shtml. Applicants should submit a detailed statement of interest and qualifications along with curriculum vitae in electronic format, as well as contact information for at least three references. Applications and requests for information should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Patrick Gaffney, Professor of Marine Biosciences (302-645-4364; pgaffney@udel.edu). Applications must be received by 31 December 2010.

Employment: Hawaii!!

We would like to announce a new job position opening as a Research Ecologist in the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center PIFSC), located in Honolulu, Hawaii.

The person in this position will conduct research in support of the PIFSC Cetacean and Hawaiian Monk Seal Research Programs. Research activities will include characterizing species' distribution and terrestrial/marine habitat use and predictive modeling for population assessment and recovery efforts.

Duties include: analyzes marine mammal spatial information; submits manuscripts for publication and works with other scientists to produce reports and scientific publications on the population assessment of Hawaiian monk seals and cetaceans; conducts and writes analysis to support permit applications for marine mammal conservation efforts; designs and develops studies on aspects of spatial distribution and other elements of Hawaiian monk seal ecology; conducts field studies as needed; works with other scientists and stakeholders to produce reports and presentations to inform the general public on the spatial ecology of Hawaiian monk seals and Pacific cetaceans.

This is a Permanent full time federal position. You must be a US Citizen to be accepted for this job.

For more details on job duties, application process and more please go to usajobs.gov and search for job number NMFS-PIC-2010-0012.

If you have any questions regarding the application process please contact the individual listed on the job announcement at the USAJobs website.

Applications close on April 2, 2010.

Charles Littnan
Lead Scientist, Hawaiian Monk Seal Research Program
NOAA Fisheries Service

Employment: photoID internship in North Carolina!

Bottlenose Dolphin Photo-ID Internship Position for 2010

The Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research (OBXCDR)/Nags Head Dolphin Watch is currently accepting applications for the 2010 summer season. One internship position is available. The research season is May 15 -September 30. Successful applicants must be able to commit through the end of August.

The Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of bottlenose dolphins in the Outer Banks, NC. Our program´s goal is to gain an understanding of the population size, movement patterns, and behavioral ecology of coastal bottlenose dolphins in the sounds and coastal waters near the Outer Banks. The OBXCDR currently conducts a photo-identification monitoring study of bottlenose dolphins in Roanoke, Croatan, Albemarle, Pamlico and Currituck Sounds. Data is collected via dedicated small boat surveys as well as opportunistically from a local dolphin watch. This study is a continuation of the long-term study initiated by the Nags Head Dolphin Watch in 1997. Information from the current long-term study will provide a basis for initiation of studies involving habitat utilization, social associations, and anthropogenic effects on the dolphins. For more information about the OBXCDR, please visit: www.obxdolphins.org

The internship position will consist of field research, photo-identification, and environmental education. Responsibilities include:

- Assisting with boat-based photo-identification surveys of bottlenose dolphins, including operating small vessel during surveys, collecting environmental, location, and behavioral data for dolphin groups

- Photo-identification of dolphins in the lab, including photo sorting, sighting data entry, assist in maintenance of long-term photo-id catalog using the program FinBase

- Mate/naturalist duties aboard a local dolphin watch, including educating the general public on dolphins and the sound/marine environment, collecting opportunistic photo-id data, and additional mate duties

This internship is a paid position. Applicants will receive an hourly salary for performing ecotours on the dolphin watch. From May 15- June 11 and August 18- September 30, the intern will conduct mate/naturalist duties and opportunistic photo-id aboard the Nags Head Dolphin Watch for 4-5 days per week. From June 12- August 17, time commitment to the dolphin ecotours will be 2 days per week. During this time, the internship requires a minimum of 30 hours per week, consisting of ecotours, dedicated field surveys, and lab photo-id. The rest of the week, the intern may seek employment in the Outer Banks or have the time off.

Housing: A studio apartment is available for rent in Kill Devil Hills for the duration of the research season ($50 per week), however transportation to and from the Outer Banks as well as to and from the field site is not provided.

The successful applicant would ideally have the following qualifications:
- Minimum of 18 years of age and currently or recently enrolled in a college-level program in marine biology, biology, zoology, or related field
- Strong interest in the marine environment and conservation
- Ability to swim
- Basic computer proficiency in MS Office Access
- Enthusiasm, attention to detail, responsible, and works well on a team
- Field research/small boat operation experience preferred but not required
- First AID/CPR certification preferred but not required

NOTE: The United States Coast Guard requires all passenger vessels to be drug free work environments. In order to work aboard the dolphin ecotours, the intern will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test and to participate in random drug testing during the period of the research season.

Application Process:

Please submit cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references via email to: obxcdr@hotmail.com Use "Dolphin photo-id internship" in the subject line of the email. All applications will be reviewed; those received by April 1st will be given priority.

Jessica Weiss, M.E.M. Coastal Environmental Management
Scientific Advisor, Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research
7517 Virginia Dare Trail
Nags Head, NC 27959

Employment: Coastal Mammalogist!

Coastal Mammalogist

Assistant Professor with research interests in Aquatic Mammals. Preference will be given to candidates who focus at the organismal level with research interests in some aspect of mammalian anatomy. The successful applicant will teach core Anatomy and Physiology courses and upper level courses in their specialty. UNF has designated Coastal Biology as a 'flagship' program and it is an established area of focus for the department. UNF is located between the ocean where Right Whales calf and Dolphin over winter and the St Johns River, home to a large population of Manatees. The surrounding aquatic habitats of our community provide diverse and exceptional opportunities for research in this field.

The Department of Biology at the University of North Florida invites applications for a tenure-track position in the Department of Biology to begin August 3, 2010. Responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate (Masters level) teaching, maintaining an active, externally funded research program, and contributing to the department's service mission. The minimum qualifications are a Ph.D. in Biology or related discipline with teaching or research experience earned by September 30, 2009. Evidence of teaching excellence is preferred. You must apply online at http://www.unfjobs.org and submit by mail a complete application packet consisting of: a letter of application, a teaching statement, a research statement, a curriculum vitae, copies of graduate transcripts, and have three letters of recommendation sent. Competitive salary, commiserate with training and experience. Application review will begin October 7, 2009.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. After the online application is completed, please mail the other application materials to:

Coastal Mammalogy Search Committee Chair
Department of Biology
University of North Florida
1 UNF Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32224-2645

Cliff Ross, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Biology
University of North Florida
1 UNF Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32224
Phone: (904) 620-1853
Fax: (904) 620-3885
E-mail: cliff.ross@unf.edu
http://www.unf.edu/coas/biology/Facultypages/cross.html

Employment: Florida!

PART-TIME (20 hrs/wk) MANATEE RESEARCH BIOLOGIST

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS: $11.00/ hr, no benefits

LOCATION: Tequesta, FL

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties include answering pages and calls from a seven county area on the southeast coast of Florida (St. Lucie, Martin, Palm Beach, Broward, Dade, Monroe and Okeechobee counties). Recover manatee carcasses, conduct field necropsies on badly decomposed manatee carcasses, and transport fresh to moderately decomposed manatee carcasses to the necropsy facility in St. Petersburg. Participate in the manatee rescue network, including capture and transportation of injured manatees throughout SE Region to the appropriate rehabilitation facility. Photograph manatees for the Manatee Photo-Identification System (MIPS), assist in telemetry projects and aerial surveys, assist in outreach programs, general cleaning of equipment and vehicles, general maintenance of boats and trailers, data entry, and other tasks assigned by the supervisor. This position is designed as a part-time position, working on weekends, as well as unscheduled hours on short notice that! include evenings and holidays.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor's degree with a major in one of the biological sciences or a combination of relevant coursework and job-specific experience. A valid driver's license is required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Preference will be given to those applicants with a working knowledge of marine mammal biology, with the ability to work independently and as a team-member, accurately record data in the field, safely trailer and operate boats up to 22 feet in length, back trailers safely and accurately, and to swim with sufficient skill to save one's life in the event of an emergency. Preference will be given to those with knowledge of basic camera operation (including zoom lenses and polarizing filters), word processing and database software skills, able to think logically and apply problem-solving techniques, and effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Applicant must obtain a boater safety certification within the first six months of employment. Applicant must be able to lift 50 lbs.

This position is open until filled, with an immediate start date.

Please send a letter of interest, CV, and three references to Christy Hudak at Christy.Hudak@myfwc.com

Christy Hudak
Research Associate
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
Tequesta Field Lab
19100 SE Federal Hwy
Tequesta, FL 33469
561-575-5407

Employment: Alaska!

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE – MARINE MAMMAL BIOLOGY

This position is responsible for assisting the lead scientist in conducting research projects at the Alaska SeaLife Center and independently managing designated projects. Research will focus on biotelemetry studies of behavioral and physiological ecology and/or comparative health and physiology studies of pinnipeds and other marine vertebrates.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

· Assisting in all phases of assigned research projects, including functioning as the primary staff member for developing project plans, managing project budgets, and arranging project logistics

· Providing technical support in laboratory and field settings: animal capture, physiological sample collection and laboratory analysis, testing and use of non-invasive technology (e.g., ultrasound, thermal imaging, 3D imaging), application of biotelemetry instruments (e.g. time-depth-acceleration data loggers and GPS tracking devices), post-collection data processing including image analysis

· Reporting to lead scientist regularly on status of research projects

· Compiling data records, tracking disposition of samples, managing databases, performing statistical analyses

· Drafting reports and scientific publications and preparing and delivering public presentations including talks and posters

· Working directly with internal and external collaborators and contractors to meet project objectives

· May be required to participate in extended field research

· Boating experience beneficial

Requirements:

Master’s degree in biology, marine biology, zoology, chemistry, or related field.

Preferred skills/experience: familiarity with principles of biotelemetry, experience with laboratory and field research of animals, especially in the areas of integrative physiology and behavioral ecology, experience with spatial analyses and mapping software (GIS).

This is a permanent, full-time position. The SeaLife Center offers a competitive wage (DOE) with great benefits, in a beautiful setting. Seward is a tourist destination, located on Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula, boasting incredible recreation opportunities. Imagine partaking in world-class halibut and salmon fishing, rafting, and kayaking in Resurrection Bay. Experience icebergs calving from glaciers in Kenai Fjords National Park. Hike the 200 miles of trail in the Chugach National Forest, encountering wildlife like moose, black and brown bears, bald eagles, and Dall Sheep.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Apply by: November 6, 2009

Send resume & application (downloadable at www.alaskasealife.org) to

Human Resources,
Alaska SeaLife Center,
P. O. Box 1329,
Seward, AK 99664-1329,

or fax 907-224-6320, or email to HR@alaskasealife.org.

Applications received by October 8 should indicate whether the applicant will be attending the Society for Marine Mammalogy conference in Quebec City for possible informal interview.

www.alaskasealife.org

Employment: Marine Mammal Observer!

Marine Mammal Observers: ESLC102

Location: Worldwide

Are you and experienced MMO with a proven track record? We are looking for applications from qualified personnel to carry out maritime projects worldwide working to specified guidelines.

The Exploration Logistics Group, based in the United Kingdom, is a group of specialist companies providing field support services to clients operating in remote or hazardous environments worldwide.

The Group is involved in a variety of field logistics activities and has several subsidiaries providing further services. Consequently, we are always interested in receiving applications from committed individuals who are skilled project managers, logisticians, engineers, safety
advisors, marine mammal observers, driving instructors and mountaineers.

As a Marine Mammal Observer you will have previous experience in the following areas:

* Ability to provide species avoidance and mitigation advice
* Excellent species identification abilities
* PAM training and experience is also preferred
* Report writing both daily and final

A current Offshore Survival certificate is essential for this role and a valid first aid certificate would be preferred. Experience of at least six months is required for this role, for more information please contact Lisa Cortez at Exploration Logistics on lisac@exlogs.com

Lisa Cortez
Manpower Support Manager
EXLOGS SAFETY SERVICES

Tel:+44 1594 545100
www.exlogs.com

Empleo: Hawaii!!

JIMAR PIFSC DATA MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS SPECIALIST ?
ID# 29403.
Joint Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Research.

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the School
of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST), Joint Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Research (JIMAR), located at the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center (PIFSC) in Honolulu, Hawaii. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance and availability of funds.

MINIMUM MONTHLY SALARY: $3,222/Mon.

DUTIES:

- Assumes lead role in monk seal application development team.
- Develops, implements, modifies and maintains application systems for data checking, viewing, editing, analyzing, summarization, and report generation.
- Develops, implements, enhances, and maintains new or improved data management systems and general program operating procedures for existing data and field data collection.
- Provides technical and non-technical assistance and instruction on the acquisition and use of computer hardware and database programs to other staff.

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Computer Science.
EXPERIENCE:
- Five to seven (5-7) years of work experience in the design of computer programs dealing with biological data, including design and programming of database applications.
ABIL/KNOW/SKILLS:
- Knowledge of system design, programming procedures, SQL, PL/SQL visual basic, FORTRAN or PASCAL, as well as third party libraries (Object Professional, B-Tree Filer, and other DOS Protected mode complaint data base applications.)
- Familiarity with networking personal computer conventions, various types of data storage media and file organization.
- Ability to prepare well-organized and complete documentation of developed systems and procedures.
- Working knowledge of personal computer peripherals running the MS WINDOWS family operating systems.

Post Offer/Employment Conditions:
Must meet the US Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration security requirements for working in a federal facility which includes being fingerprinted and having a federal background check performed.

SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master?s Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Database Design, or related field.
- Experience working in remote areas, deploying hardware and software
into remote areas, or troubleshooting systems remotely.
- Proficiency with standard tools used in Unix/Linux environments.
- Experience using ORACLE, MSDE2000, MS Access and/ or other ODBC compliant software packages.
- Background in statistical and analytical programming, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning System (GPS) data and data communications protocols.

INQUIRIES: Nicole Wakazuru 956-9465 (Oahu).
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
The preferred method of applying for a job is through our on-line application process. Please go to:
www.rcuh.com
click on "Employment" and navigate to "Job/Announcements/Apply for a Job."

However, if you do not have access to the Internet, you may apply by submitting resume; cover letter including Recruitment ID#, referral source, narrative of your qualifications for position and salary history; names, phone numbers and addresses of three supervisory references and copy of degree(s)/transcripts/certificate(s) to qualify for position by fax (808) 956-5022

or mail to:
Director of Human Resources,
Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii,
2530 Dole Street, Sakamaki
Hall D-100, Honolulu,
HI 96822

before the closing date. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-3100.

CLOSING DATE: October 12, 2009.

Empleo: Seattle!

Job Announcement: Fisheries Research Scientist

Position: Scientist I working for a NOAA contractor on a temporary contract of approximately 1 year.

Project Title: Antarctic Pack Ice Seals (APIS) analyses

Education and Experience: PH.D degree in Biology or related science with emphasis in fisheries, oceanography or natural science. Three (3) years experience with marine mammal surveys, abundance estimation, and statistical analyses are required.

Location: Alaska Fisheries Science Center, National Marine Mammal Lab (NMML), Seattle, WA. Data processing and analysis will be done at NMML and no field work is anticipated.

Duties: Full time position, 40 hours per week.

Duties to be performed under this task order include but are not limited to conducting research on the abundance, trends, and distribution of Antarctic pack ice seals. The main focus will be to estimate the abundance of Antarctic pack-ice seals (crabeater, leopard, Ross, and Weddell seals) from three separate and disparate, but geographically overlapping, survey efforts (between 26oW and 4oE) in the Queen Maud Land region and South Atlantic sector of the Antarctic.

Specific deliverables are required to be accomplished by due dates specified in work assignments and submitted to the NMFS Project Leader for approval and acceptance.

The successful candidate will work as a member of a scientific team, but will have the lead for undertaking the data processing and analyses as agreed in consultation with the team. This work will involve evaluating scientific literature and compiling data from a wide variety of sources. Previous experience with marine mammal surveys, abundance estimation, and statistical analyses are required.

Salary: based on $28.52 per hour plus paid medical and dental plan

Please email resumes to the attention of Cal Goo at officeafl@hawaii.rr.com

Position start date currently scheduled for October 1, 2009

Calinda "Cal" Goo
Aquatic Farms
49-139 Kamehameha Hwy
Kaneohe, HI. 96734
(808) 239-2929
FAX: (808) 239-8436

Empleo: Seattle!!! - upper trophic level studies

ob Announcement: Fisheries Research Scientist

Position: Biotech III working for a NOAA contractor on a temporary contract of approximately 1 year.

Project Title: Upper Trophic Level Ecosystem Studies

Education and Experience: Masters Degree in Biology or related science with emphasis in fisheries, oceanography or natural science. Three (3) years experience with marine mammal surveys, abundance estimation, and statistical analyses are required. A Bachelors Degree and at least five years of experience related directly to the research requirement may substitute for the Masters Degree requirement.

Location: Alaska Fisheries Science Center, National Marine Mammal Lab (NMML), Seattle, WA. Literature review, data processing and analysis will be done at NMML and no field work is anticipated.

Duties: Full time position, 40 hours per week.

Duties to be performed under this task order include but are not limited to conducting research on the abundance, trends, and distribution of marine mammals and birds in the North Pacific, Bering Sea, and Okhotsk Sea. The successful candidate will serve as the lead for compiling data bases,reviewing literature and managing data in the context of ecosystem change and will work with collaborators in Russia, Washington, California, Oregon, Alaska and British Columbia to access data and acquire metadata.

Specific deliverables are required to be accomplished by due dates specified in work assignments and submitted to the NMFS Project Leader for approval and acceptance.

The successful candidate will work as a member of a scientific team, but will have the lead for undertaking the data processing and analyses as agreed in consultation with the team. This work will involve evaluating scientific literature and compiling data from a wide variety of sources. Previous experience with marine mammal surveys, abundance estimation, and statistical analyses are required.

Salary: based on $23.57 per hour plus medical and dental plan

Please email resumes to the attention of Cal Goo at officeafl@hawaii.rr.com

Calinda "Cal" Goo
Aquatic Farms
49-139 Kamehameha Hwy
Kaneohe, HI. 96734
(808) 239-2929
FAX: (808) 239-8436

Empleo: Alaska!!

Job Announcement: Fisheries Bio Tech I Position: Bio Tech I working for a NOAA contractor on a temporary contract of approximately 6 months. Project Title: Bibliographic Technician for literature pertaining to Alaska seal populations Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Biology or related science with emphasis in fisheries, oceanography or natural science. At least one (1) year of experience with scientific literature searches, database management and the use of database software for organizing references. The successful candidate must be meticulous and efficient. Previous experience and knowledge of pinniped behavior and ecology literature and management of literature and imagery data bases is desirable. Location: Alaska Fisheries Science Center, National Marine Mammal Lab (NMML), Seattle, WA. Duties: Full time position, 40 hours per week. The Bio Tech I's primary duties will be to search online literature databases, collect electronic and hard-copy references, and add bibliographic records to the Polar Ecosystem's reference library. Experience with database software, especially those designed for organizing references, is essential. The contractor may occasionally be required to assist with organizing the aerial survey image database and to enumerate seals from aerial survey photographs of coastal and/or sea ice habitats. Literature research, database organization, and scanning imagery for seals all require attention to detail and ability to stay focused during repetitive tasks. Salary: based on $17.21 per hour plus medical and dental plan Please email resumes to the attention of Cal Goo at officeafl@hawaii.rr.com Position start date currently scheduled for October 1, 2009 Calinda "Cal" Goo Aquatic Farms 49-139 Kamehameha Hwy Kaneohe, HI. 96734 (808) 239-2929 FAX: (808) 239-8436

Empleo: especialista en varamientos!!

Stranding Technician- Research Specialist

Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a Stranding Technician position to perform laboratory and field work related to marine mammal strandings in South Carolina. This is a one-year, grant-funded position in the Department of Marine Science, but the position will be primarily based in Charleston, SC, and will work closely with the Marine Mammal Strandings and Life History Program at the National Ocean Service Laboratory in Charleston. Laboratory and field duties include, but are not limited to: 1) assisting in the retrieval and necropsy of dead stranded marine mammals, 2) assisting in the archiving of marine mammal tissues, 3) marine mammal skeletal preparation, 4) data entry into existing marine mammal databases, and 5) education/public outreach. Salary is $30,000 and includes full benefits. Position begins immediately.

Qualifications: The candidate should have a B.S. degree in biology, marine science, or a related field from an accredited institution, be available to work weekends and holidays to respond to marine mammal strandings, and be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Good communication skills are a must. Knowledge of boat operation and computers are required. Knowledge of life history methods, such as reproductive analysis, and marine mammal anatomy are preferred.

Interested candidates should apply online at http://jobs.coastal.edu or in person at the Office of Human Resources and Equal Opportunity, Coastal Carolina University, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.

_____________________________
Rob Young
Coordinator, South Carolina Marine Mammal Stranding Network
Professor, Department of Marine Science
Coastal Carolina University
PO Box 261954
Conway, SC? 29528-6054
ryoung@coastal.edu

Empleo: Florida!

Wildlife Trust Right Whale Aerial Survey Observers

Job Announcement

Wildlife Trust, a non-profit international research and conservation organization, is seeking temporary, seasonal aerial observers for marine
mammal surveys from November 2009 through April 2010. These observer positions are in anticipation of research activities to be conducted in the southeast United States, specifically coastal Georgia and South Carolina. This project would require observers to fly up to four days per week, up to eight hours per day in a small, twin engine, high wing aircraft primarily to locate North Atlantic right whales in the Southeast U.S. calving ground. Surveys will be flown daily, weather permitting, and observers must be willing to work weekends and holidays during the survey period. Observers will be required to participate in aviation and marine safety and survival training.

This is a temporary, 40 hour/week position at a salary rate of $14/hr.
Health benefits are not provided with this position. Housing will be provided for the duration of the project. These positions are contingent
upon funding.

Qualifications:

Previous aerial or marine mammal survey experience and experience in
photo-identification of large cetaceans is strongly desired. Applicants
should be experienced in database entry and other computer applications
including photo processing software. The ability to live and work well in a
team environment and withstand up to 8 hours per day in a small aircraft is required. We are currently accepting applications from US citizens and
permanent residents.

Application Process:

Please send cover letter, resume, and three references to
taylor@wildlifetrust.org by September 18, 2009.

Cynthia Taylor
Aquatic Conservation Program
Wildlife Trust
233 Third St. N., Suite 300
St. Petersburg, FL 33701 USA
941.232.4587
www.wildlifetrust.org

Empleo: American Cetacean Society!

Executive Director

Job Description

Summary:

The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer of the American Cetacean Society (ACS). The Executive Director works at the direction of the ACS President, is responsible to the Board of Directors, and is evaluated by the Executive Committee of the Board. The Executive Director is responsible for ensuring the implementation and management of Board objectives and directives, consistent with ACS's mission and financial objectives.

Introduction:

ACS has been without an Executive Director for over 15 years. The President and Board have been filling the role in the interim, assisted by an office administrator. ACS's 2009 budget is $180,000. The National and Chapter Boards are eager to welcome an Executive Director who is suited to help build upon our strengths while developing a sustainable future.

Program Development and Administration:

* In conjunction with the Board of Directors, assure that ACS has a long-range strategy which achieves its mission and toward which it makes consistent and timely progress.
* Provide leadership in developing program, organizational, and financial plans with the Board and staff, and carry out plans and policies authorized by the Board.
* Support the Chapters and promote development of new chapters.
* Promote active and broad participation by volunteers in all areas of ACS's work.
* Maintain official records and documents; ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
* Develop and maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in cetacean biology, management, and conservation.

Budget and Finance:

* Develop and maintain sound financial practices.
* Work with the Treasurer and the Board to prepare a budget; ensure that ACS operates within budget guidelines.
* Ensure that adequate funds are available to permit ACS to carry out its programs.
* Jointly with the President and Secretary of the Board, conduct ACS's official correspondence; jointly with designated officers, execute legal documents on behalf of ACS.

Communications & Marketing:

* Ensure that the Board is kept fully informed on the condition of ACS and all important factors influencing it.
* Publicize ACS's activities, programs, and goals.
* Establish sound, collaborative relationships with community groups and other organizations.
* Represent ACS's programs and point of view to agencies, organizations, and the general public.
* Oversee publication of ACS's newsletter Spyhopper and journal Whalewatcher.

Staff and Volunteers - Recruitment, Retention, Training, & Evaluation:

* Be responsible for the recruitment, employment, and release of all personnel, both paid staff and volunteers. (Note: there currently is one part-time office administrator on staff.)
* Ensure that job descriptions are developed, that regular performance evaluations are held, and that sound human resource practices are in place.
* Encourage staff and volunteer development and education, and assist program staff and volunteers in relating their specialized work to the total program of ACS.
* Maintain a climate that attracts, keeps, and motivates a diverse staff (including volunteer staff) of top quality people.

Conditions of Employment:

* The normal work week is 40 hours weekdays, including occasional evening and weekend work.
* Occasional travel required.
* Paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave.
* Health insurance, FICA, Workers' compensation, unemployment insurance.
* The continuation of employment is contingent upon successful fundraising.

Qualifications:

* Minimum of two years experience working in a nonprofit organization, including supervising paid and volunteer staff and working with a volunteer President and Board of Directors.
* Bachelor's degree in a related field.
* Successful experience raising money and managing fundraising programs. Proven ability to obtain grant funding and manage a membership program.
* Experience in nonprofit fiscal management, including fund accounting, budgeting, and grant management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Demonstrated ability in written and oral communications and interpersonal skills.
* Proven ability to develop and execute a strategic plan.
* Demonstrated conceptual skills and problem solving capabilities.
* Proven ability to think "outside the box".
* Computer skills (M.S. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, QuickBooks, internet, etc.).
* Background in marine mammals, including natural history, policy, and conservation desirable.

Personal Characteristics:

* A leader who can articulate a vision and motivate people to act with a shared vision.
* An individual whose style is at once decisive and direct as well as collegial and approachable.
* A person who is accessible, supportive, and flexible.
* An executive with a "hands on" approach to work and a passion for results.
* A good listener who inspires confidence and trust and is open to ideas of others.
* An excellent manager who respects and supports the capabilities and independence of staff and volunteer leadership.

* A person with integrity, a good sense of humor, and a high level of energy.
* A conservationist with enthusiastic commitment to ACS's mission, growth and development.

E-mail cover letter, resume, a one-page writing sample related to fundraising, and the names and contact information of three professional references to: acsedsearch@acsonline.com. Position open until filled.

The American Cetacean Society is an equal opportunity employer.

About ACS: The American Cetacean Society protects whales, dolphins, porpoises, and their habitats through public education, research grants, and conservation actions. Founded in 1967, ACS is the oldest whale conservation group in the world. ACS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization headquartered in San Pedro, California with chapters in Orange County, Los Angeles, Channel Islands (Santa Barbara and Ventura), Monterey, San Francisco, and Puget Sound (Seattle). Our members live throughout the United States and in more than 20 countries. We take our responsibility as participants in the web of life seriously, and volunteer our time and resources to not just protect whales, dolphins and porpoises, but to promote the health of our oceans and ultimately our planet as well. For more information, visit:

http://www.acsonline.org .

Kathy Zagzebski

President & Executive Director

The National Marine Life Center

P.O. Box 269, 120 Main Street

Buzzards Bay, MA 02532-0269

phone: 508 743-9888 x301

cell: 774 313-8850

fax: 508 759-5477

e-mail: kzagzebski@nmlc.org

http://www.nmlc.org/

Empleo: Hawaii!

TAKE REDUCTION TEAM (TRT) COORDINATOR

NOAA Fisheries Service's Pacific Islands Regional Office is currently accepting applications for a Take Reduction Team (TRT) Coordinator.

The person filling this position will ensure Pacific Islands Regional Office (PIRO) compliance with statutory authorities pertaining to take reduction teams, including implementation of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) Section 118, coordinating efforts with the Office of Protected Resources, Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center, the State of Hawaii, and other partners and stakeholders. The person filling this position will also: lead PIRO responsibilities for MMPA
take reduction rulemaking, permitting, and coordination with co-managers/stakeholders; serve as PIRO lead on cetacean Take Reduction Issues; and develop PIRO's cetacean take reduction program.

The deadline to apply is July 17, 2009. For more information regarding duties, evaluations, and applications, please refer to www.usajobs.gov.

The job announcement number is: NMF-PIR-2009-0015. The agency contact is Barbara Schloetter, barbara.w.schloetter@noaa.gov .

NMFS Pacific Islands Regional Office's Protected Resources Division is dedicated to protecting and recovering endangered and threatened species of sea turtles, monk seals and cetaceans as mandated by the U.S. Endangered Species Act (ESA) and Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). Through management, conservation and recovery efforts as well as public outreach and education, the program strives to ensure the recovery and survival of the protected marine species of the Pacific Islands Region for future generations. More information is available at www.fpir.noaa.gov

Lisa Van Atta
Assistant Regional Administrator
Protected Resources Division
Pacific Islands Regional Office
NOAA Fisheries Service
1601 Kapiolani Blvd, Suite 1110
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
alecia.vanatta@noaa.gov

Empleo: Morsas en Alaska!!

Walrus Program Supervisor Position Available
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Marine Mammals Management Program
Anchorage, Alaska

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL: Friday, August 07, 2009

For more information, please contact:
Rosa Meehan
Division Chief, Marine Mammals Management
Email: rosa_meehan@fws.gov
_ _ _ _ _ _

The Marine Mammals Management Program of the US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is seeking a highly motivated and conservation oriented individual to lead the Walrus Program. The office is responsible for the conservation and management of Pacific walrus, polar bears, and sea otters and the goal is to maintain these marine mammal populations as healthy, functioning
component of the marine ecosystem. The program takes an ecosystem approach to management, carried out through the cooperative efforts of many partners. Management and research efforts are coordinated at the local, state and international level. Current challenges focus on understanding the effects of climate change, notably the extreme retreat of sea ice, on
the ice-dependent species and developing appropriate management strategies.

Additional information about the program is at:
http://alaska.fws.gov/fisheries/mmm/index.htm

The ideal candidate will have a background in population biology and arctic marine ecology, ability to work with people, and skills needed to provide leadership to highly motivated and independent professionals. Minimum requirements include at least one year of specialized experience and an advanced degree in biological sciences. For additional information, see
the job announcement on USA Jobs:
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/getjob.aspx?jobid=81297752

The full time position is located in Anchorage, Alaska. Some travel is required, including international travel as well as travel to meetings and for field work within the State. Salary is at the GS 13 level and is commensurate with qualifications and previous government experience. See job announcement for details.

Applications must be submitted through USA Jobs, details can be accessed through the Job Announcement listed above or by going to:
http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov and searching by title (Supervisory Wildlife Biologist GS-486-13) and agency (FWS).

Empleo: Rhode Island!

BIOLOGIST POSITION

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center located in Newport Rhode Island is seeking qualified candidates with environmental planning, marine biology, and management skills to serve as a lead in support of various U.S. Navy environmental planning projects. Job tasks will be geared
towards the needs of Fleet/NAVSEA customers and teaming with other Navy service providers for biological analyses, marine species monitoring, and overall compliance with NEPA, EO12114, ESA, MMPA, CZMA.

Individuals selected for these positions will directly support environmental planning for U.S. Navy. Individuals will team with the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) within the Marine Resources Support Group (MRSG) to support the U.S. Fleet Forces, U.S. Pacific Fleet, and NAVSEA Commands. The MRSG is a group of Navy biologists, scientists, and environmental planners who have particular expertise or experience in environmental planning and regulatory compliance in the marine environment. The incumbent will prepare and review marine related documentation including endangered species and marine mammal consultation packages, Environmental Assessments (EAs)/Overseas Environmental Assessments (OEAs), Categorical Exclusions (CATEXs), mitigation and monitoring plans, and related special environmental studies or technical reports assessing the environmental impacts of proposed Navy actions involving at-sea operations, training, and testing. The incumbent selected will be expected to participate in consultations with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), coordinate projects with a multi-disciplinary team, and participate in project management for research and compliance documents.

Experience or knowledge of the following is highly desirable: project management; marine mammals; sea turtles; principals of underwater acoustics; statistical principles and methods; ESRI GIS products; environmental legislation and DoD/Navy policy. This is not a field
biologist position, but there are numerous opportunities for travel.

The positions are located onsite at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center
Division in Newport, Rhode Island and are open to all U.S. citizens.

OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, July 09, 2009 - Thursday, July 23, 2009

For questions about this job please contact the NUWC Recruitment Office,
Phone: 401-832-1017, email: patricia.johnson.3@navy.mil

Empleo: Georgia del Sur!

The British Antarctic Survey are recruiting Zoological Field Assistants to work at Bird Island, South Georgia.
Apply before May 31st, 2009

Bird Island is home to:
700,000 nocturnal petrels
65,000 breeding fur seals
50,000 pairs of penguins
14,000 pairs of albatrosses

With room for 2 more Zoological Field Assistants on 32 month contracts!

Take your career to the extreme and work in one of the most challenging and amazing places on earth. Antarctica is where cutting edge scientific investigation - on issues such as global warming and environmental change - is happening right now.

It's where your curiosity, ambition and sense of adventure will surely lead you and we're the team to take you there.


At Bird Island, South Georgia, two field assistants will be recruited by BAS to help carry out fieldwork on seabirds and seals. Bird Island is small (just 6 Km long) and forms part of the South Gerogia archipelago where it is buffeted by prevailing westerlies and cold winds from Antarctica to the South. It has a high annual rainfall and variable snow cover during winter. In summer tens of thousands of seals and hundreds of thousands of seabirds breed there (including 3 species of penguins and 4 species of albatrosses). Up to 10 staff (ferried in and out by ship) live in a modern research station. There is a satellite link to the outside world and comfortable accommodation.

The successful candidates will work and live on Bird Island continuously between October or November 2009 and April 2012. They will each be partly responsible for one element of a monitoring program (seals, penguins or flying birds). The learning curve is very steep and so all candidates must have previous experience of handling appropriate wild animals. BAS will provide a finishing school (at Bird Island) to hone these skills.

Fieldwork in the breeding season at Bird Island will be very intensive with long hours of data preparation afterwards, so it is important to be organised. The data will be finalised using databases and by submitting reports, observing strict deadlines at frequent intervals. These, the assistant's finished products, will underpin key research into regional and global change processes based on seabird and seal life histories, reproductive success, behaviour and diet.

The successful applicants will remain on Bird Island continuously for 30 months, where they will live with 2 other residents and up to 6 summer only visitors. Whilst everyone will be assigned duties to keep the research station running (including cooking and cleaning), the residents will have extra responsibilities (after essential pre-deployment training), such as helping to provide medical cover.

The position of zoological field assistant offers a unique opportunity for highly motivated and disciplined individuals with relevant fieldwork skills and a keen interest in wildlife that will adapt well to small island living in a challenging sub-Antarctic environment.


Qualifications and experience:

Minimum of a science degree in biology or zoology, experience of remote, unsupervised fieldwork and animal handling skills (i.e. of appropriate wild animals in their natural habitat).

Applicants must be competent and efficient managing, analysing and reporting large data sets.

Meticulous time management, attention to detail and effective communication are important attributes.

Candidates should also be able to mix well in a small and vibrant science community.


Applying:

Appointments will be for a period of approximately 32 months.

Salary will be in the range of ? 20,424 - ?28,091 pa pro-rata (depending on qualifications and experience).

Please quote reference: BAS 30/09

Closing date for receipt of application forms: 31st May 2009.

Interviews are to be held on 16th June 2009.

On-line application forms and further information are available on our website at
www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment

These are also available from the Personnel Section, British Antarctic Survey, High
Cross, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 0ET. Tel: +44 (0)1223 221508.


We welcome applications from all sections of the community. People from ethnic minorities are currently under-represented and their applications are particularly welcome.

You will need to be physically capable and medically fit to work in Antarctic conditions.


Dirk Briggs
British Antarctic Survey

Empleo: Carolina del Sur!

Job Description: 2 field assistants are needed for a project in bottlenose dolphin strand-feeding behavior in Bull Creek, South Carolina. Bull Creek is a part of a Spartina marsh system, located west of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, and is home to a variety of animals in addition to dolphins. Assistants will be in the field every day that weather allow. Hours in the field vary daily as we follow the tide. Successful applicants will help with data collection and entry and photo-identification. Positions will run from June 1 through the end of August. While these positions are unpaid, housing and food will be provided in Bluffton with PI.

Qualifications: Assistants will be expected to work on a boat 6 to 7 days per week, for 6 hours at a time, in mostly hot and humid weather. Assistants should be hardworking, flexible, easy-going, work well in a team, and willing to work early morning. Preference will be given to assistants who have prior experience working on dolphins, photo-identification, or boating. To apply please send the following: (1) cover letter describing your interest in the position, (2) CV or resume and (3) contact information for 2 references to Teresa Gisburne at g_tgisburne@umassd.edu.

Teresa Gisburne
Masters Graduate Student
Department of Biology
University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth
285 Old Westport Rd.
North Dartmouth, MA 02747

Empleo: Alaska!

Permanent Position Research Ecologist (Quantitative) U.S. Geological Survey, Alaska Science Center Anchorage, AK.

This position is open until May 1, 2009. For further information, please go to:

http://alaska.usgs.gov

Or contact: Karen Oakley, Branch Chief, Marine & Freshwater Ecology

koakley@usgs.gov

The incumbent will model spatial and temporal dynamics of wildlife populations, with results to be published in peer-reviewed journals. Research will meet strategic science goals of the USGS to understand ecosystems and predict ecosystem change. The initial assignment will focus on population dynamics of polar bears. Some field work is required.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in wildlife ecology, statistics, biomathematics or a related field; specific expertise in theory and application of population dynamics models (including capture-recapture models), generalized linear and nonlinear mixed effects models, and Bayesian methods; facility with statistical programming languages such as Matlab, SAS and/or R; and a strong interest in the application of statistical methods to ecological data. U.S. citizenship required.

To apply, go to: http://www.usajobs.gov/

WR-2009-0259 for the DEU/non-status,WR-2009-0260 for the MP/status.