[MARMAM] CZS's Sarasota Dolphin Research Program Winter Internship Application Deadline Oct 15th

2022-10-01 Thread Christina Toms
The Chicago Zoological Society’s Sarasota Dolphin Research Program
(CZS-SDRP) is accepting applications for our Winter 2023 Internship
Program. The application deadline is *Oct. 15th* and positions are limited.



The CZS-SDRP is based at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, Florida, with
the primary goal of contributing to a better understanding of the structure
and dynamics of populations of small cetaceans, as well as the natural and
human-induced factors that impact them. The SDRP uses an interdisciplinary
and collaborative approach in conducting studies of bottlenose dolphins
within Sarasota Bay, Tampa Bay, Charlotte Harbor, Naples/Marco Island, and
the Gulf of Mexico coastal waters. Interns will be provided a *$3,000
stipend to help offset the cost of travel, housing and personal/incidental
expenses associated with relocating for the term of the internship*.
Interns will receive no remuneration for any duties or assignments they may
perform during the internship. The SDRP selects volunteer interns through
the Chicago Zoological Society (CZS) internship program & process.



Successful candidates will participate in the following research projects:



*Dolphin population monitoring project (year ’round)*

This study monitors the resident bottlenose dolphin community in Sarasota
Bay and vicinity. Field duties include assisting with boat-based
Photographic Identification Surveys for dolphin groups one-to-two weeks per
month. Behavioral, location, individual, and environmental data are
recorded for each dolphin group, and additional data related to
human-dolphin interactions are also collected in conjunction with this
project. While in the lab (at least two weeks per month), work will
generally involve photo-identification of dolphins, computer data entry and
verification, logging of videos into database and archives, dolphin dorsal
fin identification catalog updates, boat and field equipment maintenance,
and other duties.



*Dolphin prey and habitat use project (January-March and June-September
only)*

This study uses the Sarasota dolphin community and fish populations to
study relationships between distributions of dolphins and their prey, and
the factors that affect fish community ecology, such as red tide. While in
the field, work will involve sampling fish communities through purse
seining techniques and collection of other environmental data. Interns
typically participate in this project two-to-three days per month.



*Other projects (to be designated)*

Interns may participate in other research projects, depending on
availability and timing of grant funding. Interns may also be asked to
assist with dolphin rescues.



For a greater understanding of the types of research the SDRP undertakes,
please read “Uncovering the Secret Lives of Dolphins”:
https://sarasotadolphin.org/secret-lives/ .



*Participation and Projects*

All internships must be a minimum of 10 weeks of participation, but ideally
will run for 12-16 weeks. Please note that we typically only seek two to
four interns for each session and that we receive many more applications
than we have openings for — the selection process is very competitive.
Interns should expect to spend about 20% of their time in the field, and
about 80% of their time in the lab working with data or performing
equipment maintenance. There is no financial compensation for these
internship positions, and successful applicants will be responsible for
their own living and transportation expenses. However, a $3,000 stipend is
available to help offset the cost of travel, housing, and
personal/incidental expenses associated with relocating for the term of the
internship. Shared housing opportunities near Mote Marine Laboratory may be
available.



*Please note that CZS requires all interns to be fully COVID-vaccinated and
boosted.*



*Qualifications*

·   Minimum of 18 years of age and engaged in, or recently completed,
undergraduate or graduate studies;

·   A background or degree in marine biology, biology, ecology,
zoology, wildlife, fisheries, or a related field;

·   Basic computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (especially
Excel and Access);

·   Excellent verbal communication skills, fluent in English;

·   Must be physically fit and able to swim;

·   Must be able to work effectively as part of a team;

·   Some prior field research experience preferred but not required;

·   Enthusiasm and desire to learn a variety of field and lab-based
research methods;

·   A willingness to spend a minimum of 10-12 weeks working full time
as a volunteer with our program.



*Application Process*

·   Fill out an application form on the Chicago Zoological Society’s
internship website: https://www.czs.org/SDRPinternships.

·   Complete and provide to CZS all required application materials
including: a statement of interest, resume or CV, two letters of
recommendation, and a current college transcript. Materials should be

[MARMAM] MSC fisheries science research funding of £5,000 - £50,000 available – applications close on 5 December 2022!

2022-10-01 Thread Rohan Currey
Hi everyone,

I’d like to make you aware of a funding opportunity of relevance to those 
working on marine mammal bycatch mitigation.

The Marine Stewardship Council’s (MSC)’s Ocean Stewardship Fund is offering 
research funding to fisheries scientists and postgraduate students all over the 
world to carry out vital research that will help fisheries improve their 
sustainability.

Two types of grant are available:

The Science and Research Fund (up to £50,000)
This fund is open to established researchers working with MSC certified 
fisheries, which have conditions they 
must meet ahead of their next MSC assessment in order to remain MSC certified. 
This year’s research priority is for proposals related to bycatch reduction.  
This might include researching gear modifications, spatial closures, impact 
assessments or new research programs. Priority will be given to projects that 
aim to develop low-cost solutions and which have strong match funding in place.
More details on the Science and Research 
Fund

The Student Research Grants (up to £5,000)
This fund is open to current Masters or PhD students of fisheries science 
worldwide. Integrated Masters students are eligible to apply during their final 
year only. Projects can be up to 12 months (or 18 in exceptional circumstances) 
and must have the objective of studying some aspect of environmental 
improvement, performance or best practice in relation to a specific fishery and 
the MSC Fisheries Standard.
More details on the Student Research 
Grants

How to apply
Applicants must complete an application form, which can be downloaded from the 
MSC web pages (links above), and email this along with the required supporting 
documentation to o...@msc.org by 23:59 GMT on 5 December 
2022.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the Fund 
Administrator at o...@msc.org

Cheers,

Rohan


Dr Rohan Currey
Chief Science and Standards Officer
Marine Stewardship Council
1-3 Snow Hill| London EC1A 2DH| United Kingdom
http://www.msc.org/

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