Dear all,
apologies for
cross-posting
CIRCÉ (Conservation, Information and
Research on Cetaceans) is a non-profit organization which objectives are
not
only to conduct research on cetaceans, but also to actively participate in
increasing awareness and education
of the public on the marine environment.
For this reason, we have chosen to welcome research volunteers
onboard
CIRCE's vessel to assist the scientific crew in their studies on
the cetaceans in the Strait of Gibraltar and
the
Gulf of Cadiz.
We
are looking for volunteers from the 9th of January to the 5th of February,
to help us in a research project.
The project aims is to investigate the
cetacean population inhabiting the Gulf of Cadiz.
This survey will be a
visual and acoustic survey, and the target species are common dolphins,
bottlenose dolphins, harbour porpoises and killer whales. During this survey,
all the crew will be onboard the research vessel Elsa, and will live onboard the
vessel.
The
volunteers will participate in the field and laboratory activities of the
project.
Main
tasks:
-Conduct boat-based line transect surveys.
-Collect data on cetacean
sightings and weather conditions.
- Data entry for cetacean sightings.
-Assist with photo-ID work and analysis
-Assist with the porpoise
detector equipment.
No
specific qualities are required, just a willing hand and a keen interest so that
everyone has an enjoyable and convivial
experience.
There is no compensation for this volunteer position and the successful
applicants will be responsible
for their food expenses during the time of
the volunteering. Volunteers must arrange their own transportation to and from
the research base in Pelayo (Algeciras).The volunteers can stay in CIRCE's
Centre.
Detailed information of CIRCE can be found in the following web page:
www.circe-asso.org
To
apply:
Please contact us by email at [EMAIL PROTECTED] and [EMAIL PROTECTED] include a copy of your
CV detailing your background and relevant experience
together.
Sincerely yours
Sergi
