Flexibility is key to marine mammal science! We are reposting this ad because
our project has moved to Olympia WA. We are seeking an additional field
technician to help us monitor seal behavior 15 August to early October. This is
an ideal opportunity for a local, early career person looking for paid field
experience in marine mammal research. This is a temporary, seasonal, contract
position. Technicians can expect to work 4 or 5 days a week for 6-7 hour
shifts. The successful applicant must be flexible to the project scheduling
needs and available to work on weekends.
Project Objective: Oceans Initiative <https://oceansinitiative.org/> (OI) is a
non-profit research organization based out of Seattle that focuses on the
conservation of marine wildlife in the Pacific Northwest and around the world.
OI is entering our third year of research
<https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/environment/researchers-test-underwater-noisemaker-to-scare-away-seals-at-ballard-locks/>
into the effectiveness of the GenusWave Targeted Acoustic Startle Technology
(TAST) developed by our colleagues at University of St Andrews as a non-lethal
deterrent for pinnipeds preying on endangered salmon at human-built
bottlenecks, such as dams and fish ladders. The goal of the TAST is to reduce
pinniped predation pressure on endangered salmon populations.
Observer duties:
Conduct platform-based observations of harbor seals/sea lions
Record data using Google forms
Photograph seals opportunistically for individual ID
Perform outreach to general public about the TAST project and Oceans
Initiative’s mission
Communicate with the project lead at the beginning/end of every shift
Keep detailed record of surveys and other information in field notes
Backup and upload data promptly at the office.
Keep track of and maintain gear including DSLR camera, GoPro, SD cards,
binoculars, range-finder.
Preferences:
Prior experience conducting field work, specifically experience with harbor
seal or marine mammal behavioral observations
Prior experience with photo ID/photography welcome
Requirements:
Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting with members of the
public and representing Oceans Initiative
Willing to work weekends/holidays, outside rain or shine.
Project takes place at Tumwater Falls fish ladder. The successful applicant
should be local to Olympia area, and able to transport themselves to and from
the study location daily. Housing and transport will not be provided
To apply: Please send your CV, cover letter, and list of two references to:
Laura Bogaard, fi...@oceansinitiative.org <mailto:fi...@oceansinitiative.org>
Applications due by: ASAP, with a decision made by 15 August.
Positions available: 1 (to join an existing team)
Wage: $20/hr
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