[Jpjobs] FW: [FellowsCareers] DC Marine Conservation weekly job list: multiple locations

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This week's openings:

Executive Director, Living Oceans Society

Social Scientist, BOEMRE‏
Intelligence Operations Specialist, GS-0132-12, US Coast Guard
MARINE WILDLIFE FIELD TEAM COORDINATOR, Gardline Marine Sciences, Ltd
Research Technician, University of Groningen
Team Assistant, UNEP
Junior Scientist Position - Operational Ocean Modelling, CMCC
Fisheries Outreach Officer, Marine Stewardship Council
Communications Manager, Baltic, Marine Stewardship Council
Director of Conservation Programs, Ducks Unlimited
Research Support, Waikiki Aquarium
Sea Turtle Intern, Bald Head Island Conservancy
Kemp's ridley Conservation Internship‏, Sea Turtle Inc

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Executive Director, Living Oceans Society
Vancouver/Sointula, BC

Living Oceans Society is a non-profit research and public education organization, committed to conserving marine biological diversity to ensure a healthy ocean and healthy coastal communities. Living Oceans Society has been a leader in the effort to protect Canada's Pacific coast since 1998 and is currently the largest organization in Canada focusing exclusively on marine conservation. The Society has offices in Sointula, a small fishing village on the Central Coast of British Columbia and in Vancouver. The scope of its work is national with an emphasis on the Pacific Coast of Canada.

There is now a unique opportunity for an individual to join Living Oceans Society and build on its many successes as the new Executive Director.  Reporting to the Board of Directors, you are responsible for achieving strategic, financial, and fundraising objectives and, on a daily basis, acting as the public face of the organization. With responsibility for an operating budget of $1 million, you will inspire, engage and lead multiple internal and external stakeholders and will provide leadership and vision to dedicated staff and volunteers. This is a significant leadership opportunity for an inspirational and visionary leader who has a track record that successfully combines effective activism and fund development with an understanding of how to bring all those that use the oceans together as part of the solutions, including fishermen.

As the ideal candidate, you are a proven conservation or social justice leader who values and respects that people and coastal communities are part of marine environmental solutions.  You have a team-minded approach, superior relationship skills and the capacity and vision to build on Living Ocean Society's programming and revenue development goals, and take bold and visionary steps to take the Society to the next step in marine conservation.

To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and related information online at:  http://www.odgersberndtson.ca/en/careers/10430<http://www.odgersberndtson.ca/en/careers/10430%20> or for further information please contact Jack Smith, Irene Hensel or Ken Werker in the Vancouver Office at (604) 685-0261.

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Social Scientist, BOEMRE‏

Jefferson, LA

Closes: December 28, 2011

For your convenience, the hyperlink is provided directly to the vacancy announcement in USAJOBS:

BOEM-SL-12-MM552094 (DEU)

http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/304527900

BOEM-SL-12-MM552100 (MP)

http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/304531400

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Applications must be submitted online using the "Apply Online" link from the job announcement in USAJOBS; please follow the "How to Apply" instructions in the announcement. If you cannot apply online, the only alternative is to fax your resume, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144; this information is included in the announcement.

STATUS APPLICANTS MUST INCLUDE A NOTIFICATION OF PERSONNEL ACTION (SF-50) THAT REFLECTS CAREER OR CAREER CONDITIONAL TENURE. IF YOU FAIL TO INCLUDE AN SF-50, YOU WILL BE FOUND INELIGIBLE UNDER MERIT PROMOTION ANNOUNCEMENTS.

Remember to thoroughly review the vacancy announcement and carefully read and follow all instructions.

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Intelligence Operations Specialist, GS-0132-12, US Coast Guard
Alameda, CA

OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, December 01, 2011 to Thursday, December 15, 2011
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0132-12
POSITION INFORMATION: This is a full-time position. - This is a permanent appointment.
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12

The incumbent acts as an intelligence analyst within the Intelligence Operations Division, Analysis Branch. The incumbent represents the division at regional, national, and international intelligence or law enforcement conferences.

Being a CG civilian makes you a valuable member of the CG team.  Typical work assignments include:

* Collects, evaluates, interprets, and integrates data from multiple sources to recognize key indicators of future events that impact Coast Guard operations or related security conditions in the Pacific maritime domain.
* Determines the need for and writes products, and guides, edits request for intelligence data, performs liaison functions within the intelligence community, and determines the distribution of raw intelligence data and finished intelligence reports.
* Responsible for fusing all-source intelligence and being a subject matter expert on the subject area assigned such as transnational crime, terrorism, geopolitical issues, living marine resources, or vessel targeting.
* Serves as point of contact for his/her assigned issue area and is responsible for producing tactical, operational and strategic intelligence products and briefing those products and issues to flag officers and other decision makers as assigned.

http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/304155000

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MARINE WILDLIFE FIELD TEAM COORDINATOR, Gardline Marine Sciences, Ltd
Great Yarmouth, UK

Reporting to the Marine Wildlife Business Manager, you will be responsible for the line-management of field personnel involved in marine mammal and bird surveys and mitigation work. You will also be responsible for co-ordinating the supply of field personnel for projects undertaking marine mammal and seabird survey and mitigation work on Gardline Marine Sciences Ltd and third-party vessels and to act as contact point for all operations concerning Marine Wildlife Department personnel requirements. You will work closely with the Marine Wildlife Department Manager and Marine Wildlife Department Project Team Manager on all offshore issues and with the Marine Wildlife Department Technician on all equipment issues within the department and with the applicable personnel within Gardline Environmental Ltd and Gardline Marine Sciences Ltd.

Ideally you will be of degree calibre or equivalent, and demonstrate a sound knowledge of the marine mammals, seabirds and the marine environment with both a scientific and commercial awareness. You will possess previous managerial skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to gain and process complex information, present that information clearly and concisely and think logically, critically and decisively.

This is an office based position in Great Yarmouth however you may be required to undertake occasional travel around the world.

To apply for this role, please send your CV and cover letter to Robert Rae, Group Recruitment Officer at robert.rae at gardline.co.uk<mailto:robert.rae at gardline.co.uk> or via the careers section of our website www.gardlinemarinesciences.com<http://www.gardlinemarinesciences.com/>.
Closing date: 16th December 2011

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Research Technician, University of Groningen
Netherlands

The University of Groningen is one of the largest and oldest research universities in the Netherlands. It ranks among the top 200 Universities in the world (The Times World University Rankings, 2010-2011). The Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies (CEES) at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences with the University of Groningen invites applications for a position as a research technician placed at the research group Marine Evolution and Conservation (MarECON). MarECON's main research focus is the evolution and conservation of marine mammals. The group has excellent laboratory facilities for molecular analyses.

Research description
We are recruiting a Research Technician for our general research program which utilizes marine mammals, in particularly the large whales, to study the population genetics and evolution in the marine realm. The ultimate goal is to understand the mechanisms driving population genetic structuring and local adaptation of long-range migrating mammals. Many aspects of our research have conservation implications as well.

Qualifications
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated co-worker, who enjoys acquiring new skills and enjoys working with a team of researchers and students. He /she should have a Bachelor or Masters
degree in Biology (HLO) or related field. The ideal candidate will have experience with (or the ability to acquire) modern molecular genetic methods and instrumentation employed in evolutionary and population genetics such as prepare libraries for next generation sequencing, Sanger sequencing, STR genotyping and cloning. Experience with database management is preferred and a good command of written and spoken English necessary.

Additional information
For more information contact Dr. Per Palsboll (p.j.palsboll at rug.nl<mailto:p.j.palsboll at rug.nl>) or Dr. Martine Berube (m.berube at rug.nl<mailto:m.berube at rug.nl>).

Conditions of employment
The University of Groningen offers a salary dependent on qualifications and work experience starting at EUR 1986 gross per month up to maximum of EUR 2682 (scale 7, step 10) gross per month for a 100% employment. This position is defined according to the UFO function profile 'Onderwijs-/onderzoeksmedewerker'. The part-time (60%) appointment is initially for a fixed period of 3 years and subject to an evaluation after the first year.

Application
The application should be written in English including a personal motivation, curriculum vitae, as well as the names and addresses of three referees (including telephone number and email address). The
application should be emailed to: vmp at rug.nl<mailto:vmp at rug.nl>. The reference number is 211195 and the application date January 2nd, 2012.

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Team Assistant, UNEP
Washington, DC

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system's designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. UNEP's Division of Regional Cooperation (DRC) helps to implement UNEP's global programs in the regions by initiating, coordinating and catalyzing regional and sub-regional cooperation and action in response to environmental problems and emergencies. This position is located in the United Nations Environment Programme, Division of Regional Cooperation at the Regional Office for North America at the Washington DC Duty Station.

1. Assists Regional Director, Programme Assistant and RONA staff in day-to-day activities:
a) Respond or draft responses to routine correspondence and other communications, information from wider-UNEP, regional governments, civil society organisations and the general public;
b) Prepare and process confidential information;
c) Provide support to RONA staff on research, briefings, meetings/conferences;
d) Prepare RONA responses to various requests from UNEP HQ;
e) Prepare background material for use in discussions and briefing sessions;
f) Prepare agendas for weekly RONA staff meetings and monthly UNEP All Washington-based staff meetings;
g) Prepare files and briefs for Regional Director's use for official missions, meetings and trips;
i) Maintain lists of important official contracts;
j) Arrange appointments, meetings and briefs;
k) Organise receptions and/or retreats for RONA staff as well as guests visiting UNEP RONA, and;
l) Provide general assistance to other office support staff.

2. Assists UNEP RONA staff with UNEP RONA inputs to the UNEP Programme of Work:
a) Assists with correspondence between UNEP HQ and RONA related to Programme of Work development and implementation; and,
b) Ensures timely UNEP RONA responses to requests from UNEP HQ.

3. Manages front desk operations for UNEP RONA office:
a) Respond to phone calls, screen and distribute calls to UNEP RONA staff;
b) Greet, screen and announce visitors;
c) Accept and distribute postal and other deliveries;
d) Maintain conference room calendar/schedules, monitor changes and communicate relevant information to appropriate staff inside and outside the immediate work unit;
e) Coordinate video or telephone conferencing;
f) Maintain appearance of front desk, reception and other common areas;
g) Manage, update and develop databases, maintain files (both paper and electronic) and databases for work unit;
h) Perform a variety of administrative duties such as reception duties during special functions, conferences, receptions and meetings; and,

4. Provide guidance/training to junior staff and perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies:
* Professionalism V Knowledge of general office and administrative support including administrative policies, processes and procedures. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

* Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

* Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

* Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Qualifications:
Education: Completion of secondary school is required. Supplementary training in Business Office Administration, management or related field is desired.

Experience: A minimum of 4 years working experience in office/administration or related field is required, some of which should be with an international organization, is an advantage.

Languages: English and French are the working languages of UNEP. For this post, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Other Desirable Skills: Computer skills (MS Office, e-mail, internet, etc.) are required. Knowledge of database software is an advantage.

Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. See UN website: http:www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances/index.html

Preference will be given to equally qualified women candidates. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. This is a temporary vacancy. Appointment against this post is for a limited duration and does not carry any expectancy, legal or otherwise for renewal. All applications to be sent to the following address on or before the deadline of 04/01/2011. Applicants should send a completed United Nations P.11 or Galaxy Personal History Form together with a covering letter of one to two pages summarizing how they meet the requirements of the job to: Email: recruitment at unon.org<mailto:recruitment at unon.org> and copy to Leanne.Rios at unep.org<mailto:Leanne.Rios at unep.org>.  UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest Performance Appraisal System (PAS) reports at the time of application to the email address above. PLEASE QUOTE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO.: GS-11-21.

UNEP does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. If you have any questions concerning persons or companies claiming to be recruiting on behalf of these offices and requesting the payment of a fee please contact: recruitment at unon.org<mailto:recruitment at unon.org>
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Junior Scientist Position - Operational Ocean Modelling, CMCC
Lecce, Puglia, Italy
Function: implement, calibrate and validate high resolution finite difference ocean models in the Southern Adriatic Sea and Northern Ionian Sea.

Environment: The Euro-Mediterranean Centre for Climate Change is a Ltd Company (CMCC S.c.a.r.l., http://www.cmcc.it/) with research units in Lecce, Bologna, Venice, Capua, Sassari, Milan and Benevento. CMCC aims to promote and coordinate research in climate change and environmental impacts at Italian national level. These activities are carried out in collaboration with Universities, national and international research bodies and the industrial sector. CMCC will start a new action in the framework of operational oceanography, in particular for the production of short term ocean forecasts, analyses and applications. This position is open under the sponsorship of the European Territorial Cooperation Programme Greece-Italy project 'IONIO' (IONian Integrated marine Observatory) awarded to CMCC starting January 2012.

Main Duties: The staff member will work in the Numerical Application and Scenarios Division of CMCC. Our aim is to develop sub-regional to coastal, high resolution Ocean Forecasting Systems in order to estimate and describe, as accurately as possible, the present state of the ocean and improve short range forecast capabilities with particular focus on end-user applications.
The new appointee will work to:
  implement high resolution finite difference model at sub-regional scale in the Central Mediterranean Sea with particular focus on the Northern Ionian / Southern Adriatic Area, the model will be nested within the Mediterranean Forecasting System;
  contribute to the set up of the operational forecasting model;
  contribute to the development of web-based Decision Support Systems;

Qualifications: The candidates should have a Ph.D. in Physical Oceanography, Atmospheric Sciences or related disciplines and preferably experience in numerical modelling. Knowledge of the finite differences OGCM, preferably NEMO, will be considered a plus. Knowledge of Unix and Fortran is required, and experience with supercomputers would be welcome. Fluency in English is also required.
A minimum 2 years working experience after the Ph.D. is required.

Salary: gross yearly salary (before tax deduction) starting from 39.000
Starting date: January-March 2012.

http://www.cmcc.it/about-cmcc/job-opportunities

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Fisheries Outreach Officer, Marine Stewardship Council
MSC Head Office, London or MSC Scotland Office

Salary: 28,000 - 30,000
Location: MSC Head Office, London or MSC Scotland Office
Working languages: English
Deadline for applications: 09:00 GMT 4 January 2012

Introduction

The English Fisheries Outreach Officer (EFOO) will be responsible for implementing and delivering the Inshore Fisheries Project and contribute to delivering the MSC's overarching aims and objectives of various projects. Working in collaboration with the other members of the outreach team to deliver a consistent approach to European fisheries and commercial outreach, the post holder will contribute to developing the MSC concept in the UK market and engaging fisheries in the UK market.

The post will be responsible for outreach to English fisheries with a focus on the inshore sector, and will liaise closely with work going on elsewhere in the UK and Europe. The post will also work with national MSC focused external projects, promoting the MSC brand and increasing the support for the program across a broad range of interest groups including; fisheries and supply chain stakeholders; government representatives; and partners in the NGO community. The Inshore Fisheries Project in England will take up the majority of the workload and outreach involves presentations, relationship building, essentially explaining the MSC concept and certification program to potential clients (fisheries or other organisations) and working with fisheries as they develop management plans based on Pre-Assessment outputs.

Required Skills

The ideal candidate will have a post-graduate degree or equivalent experience in fisheries or marine conservation biology or environmental management; experience of working with the fisheries capture sector and be able to demonstrate understanding of resource sustainability issues is a necessity; and demonstrated experience working with stakeholders and other external parties. Previous work with the MSC assessment process and/or an understanding of the role of ecolabelling an advantage.

For detailed information on the roles and requirements of the job, please refer to the job specification for this position.

Download full job description http://www.msc.org/documents/jobs/efoo-jd

Application process:  Please email the following material to recruitment at msc.org<mailto:%20recruitment at msc.org>:

 *   A cover letter outlining how your skills, experience and knowledge directly address the roles, responsibilities, and requirements detailed in the respective job specification (see web link above), which constitute the position selection criteria.

 *   A copy of your current CV.

Please include in your cover letter your current salary and the media (website, advertisement, newsletter etc.) in which you first became aware of this vacancy.  The subject of your email should read: English Fisheries Outreach Officer Application.

While email is the preferred application route, alternatively you may send or FAX a hard copy of your application to MSC's London office, to:

Mona Chergui (EFOO recruitment)
Marine Stewardship Council
Marine House
1 Snow Hill
London EC1A 2DH
United Kingdom
Office: + 44 (0) 20 7246 8900
Fax: + 44 (0) 20 7246 8901

NOTE:  Applications must be received by the closing date/time of 09.00 GMT, 4 January 2012.

Please also note:

 *   Interviews for these positions will be scheduled soon after the closing date via telephone, video conference or face-to-face.  Second interviews will be conducted if necessary.

 *   Only successful candidates will be contacted.
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Communications Manager, Baltic, Marine Stewardship Council
Stockholm, Sweden

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) is a ground breaking non-profit organisation dedicated to safeguarding the world's seafood supply by awarding a blue ecolabel on over 12,000 products from sustainable fisheries. The regional Baltic office, predominantly based in Sweden is now looking to find a suitably qualified Communications Manager for the region.

The post will contribute to a diverse range of activities to promote MSC's mission and ensure successful delivery of the communications objectives. Reporting to the Country Manager, Baltic (MB), the Communication Manager Baltic (CMB) is responsible for developing and implementing the MSC Baltic Communications Strategy and action plan; supporting the coordination and organisation of marketing and communications campaigns with retailers and their suppliers; and implementation of the MSC Baltic Media Strategy.

Required skills and experience

The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role; demonstrable experience in developing and implementing a communication plan and strategy; knowledge of maintaining and developing a content management system website; and previous responsibility for handling media enquiries and in particular acting as a first point of call for all such queries. Fluent Swedish and English are essential, and a commitment to MSC's mission and visit is highly desirable.

Download full job description
http://www.msc.org/documents/jobs/communications-manager-baltic

Application process

Please email the following material to recruitment at msc.org<http://mce_host/employers/malito:%20recruitment@msc.org>:

 *   A cover letter outlining how your skills, experience and knowledge directly address the roles, responsibilities, and requirements detailed in the respective job specification (see web link above), which constitute the position selection criteria.

 *   A copy of your current CV.

Please include in your cover letter your current salary and the media (website, advertisement, newsletter etc.) in which you first became aware of this vacancy. The subject of your email should read: Communications Manager, Baltic Application.

While email is the preferred application route, alternatively you may send or FAX a hard copy of your application to MSC's London office, to:

Mona Chergui (CMB recruitment)
Marine Stewardship Council
Marine House
1 Snow Hill
London EC1A 2DH
United Kingdom
Office: + 44 (0) 20 7246 8900
Fax: + 44 (0) 20 7246 8901

NOTE: Applications must be received by the closing date/time of 09.00 GMT, 19 December 2011

Please also note: Interviews for these positions will be scheduled soon after the closing date via telephone, video conference or face-to-face.

 *   Second interviews will be conducted if necessary.

 *   Only successful candidates will be contacted.
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Director of Conservation Programs, Ducks Unlimited
Annapolis, MD

Ducks Unlimited, the world's leader in wetland and waterfowl conservation, is seeking qualified candidates for the Director of Conservation Programs position headquartered in Annapolis, MD. Ducks Unlimited delivers its conservation programs as a part of a comprehensive conservation program that is continental in scope. This position is responsible for providing the leadership and administrative oversight for Ducks Unlimited conservation programs on a regional level. The incumbent will lead a team responsible for protecting, conserving, enhancing, and restoring wetlands and associated habitats in the North and Mid-Atlantic Region, referred to as Region 6.

We are seeking an individual with proven abilities in team leadership, strategic implementation, programmatic fundraising, and partnership development to help lead implementation and growth within the North and Mid-Atlantic Region.

A minimum of 10 years of progressively more responsible work experience in DU or other organizations and advanced training/degree(s) in conservation, engineering or other specialized areas are required; such as ecology, wildlife management or environmental science. A master's degree is preferred. Candidates must have excellent communication skills and be able to work independently and as a member of a diverse team. Candidates should have experience in conservation, fundraising, volunteer and agency relationship building.

Duties will include providing vision, leadership and team building for implementing Ducks Unlimited's exciting programs in the North and Mid-Atlantic Region; supervising conservation managers and developing/overseeing annual budgets; providing leadership for increasing major gift fundraising efforts in coordination with fundraising staff; developing new and managing existing relationships with state, private, and agency partners; assisting in public policy initiatives and issues in the North and Mid-Atlantic Region, developing a communications strategy, and working with the Great Lakes/Atlantic Regional Office director and others on regional planning and fundraising.

The incumbent will report directly to the Director of Operations, Great Lakes/Atlantic Region.

Ducks Unlimited's mission is to conserve, restore and manage wetlands and associated habitats for North America's waterfowl. These habitats also benefit other wildlife and people.

To Apply: Please fill out the application materials on our website at www.ducks.org/jobs<http://www.ducks.org/jobs>, attach cover letter, resume and references and click "Submit" by December 12, 2011 to: Tracie Chapin, Executive Assistant, Ducks Unlimited, Inc., Great Lakes/Atlantic Region, 1220 Eisenhower Place, Ann Arbor, MI 48108 or email tchapin at ducks.org<mailto:tchapin at ducks.org>. Position will remain open until filled.

DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, military status, disability, age, or genetic information except where age or gender is a bona fide occupational qualification as allowed by the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

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Research Support, Waikiki Aquarium
Honolulu, HI

Job Posting for Research Support position at the Waikiki Aquarium, working with the Hawaiian monk seals. Note, position is full time and is renewed each fiscal year. Please find further information at
http://workatuh.hawaii.edu<http://workatuh.hawaii.edu/>.

Closing Date: January 13, 2012
Temporary - Not to Exceed: June 30, 2012

To Apply: Submit cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, UH Form 64 ( standard format <http://www.hawaii.edu/ohr/bor/forms/form64.pdf> ) ( large format
<http://www.hawaii.edu/ohr/bor/forms/form64a.pdf> ), 3 letters of recommendation, names of 3 professional references and official transcripts to:

Karen Quinn, Fiscal Officer
2777 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815

Inquiries: Karen Quinn; 808-440-9030; karenq at hawaii.edu<mailto:karenq at hawaii.edu>

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Sea Turtle Intern, Bald Head Island Conservancy
Bald Head Island, NC

The Bald Head Island Conservancy Research Assistantships/Summer Intern Program is open to rising juniors, seniors and recent graduates from any accredited college or university, with majors in biology, marine biology, environmental science, or a related course of study.

Sea turtle interns must assume the following responsibilities:
- Conduct nightly (9 PM - 6 AM) beach patrols on foot or via all terrain vehicles (when available) in order to intercept nesting sea turtles, as a part of the Sea Turtle Protection Program. Take necessary measurements, flipper and PIT tag all nesting females, record all pertinent data, and protect eggs using a wire cage dug into the sand.
- Assist as needed with BHIC's various educational programs and research projects, including giving sea turtle lectures to the general public, kayak trips and assisting with camps.
- Assist with other duties as necessary including working in Turtle Central, the Information Center and various office tasks.
- Be able to work in less than favorable conditions such as intense heat & humidity and bugs (mosquitoes and no-see-ums).
- Develop, execute and present individual research project.
- Prepare a follow-up proposal based on the individual research projects.
- Promote and practice stewardship of BHIC's facilities, properties, and research equipment.
- Participate as needed in special events of BHIC during his/her tenure on the island.
- Live in BHIC's dormitory during their service period, generally mid-May through mid-August.
- Understand and agree to the documents ?Procedures for Naturalist and Intern Program, and ?Dormitory Regulations and Advice prepared by BHIC.
- Must possess a valid Driver's License.

Qualifications:
- Outstanding undergraduate student (rising junior or senior) or recent graduate at an institution of higher learning
- Candidates for the assistantships will be judged on:
- Research and academic potential
- Character and leadership
- Public relations and communication skills: outgoing, helpful and positive personality; maturity and leadership abilities; comfortable with public speaking; the ability to handle sensitive situations in a tactful and diplomatic manner
- An expressed interest or background in conducting biological research, and a willingness to work in a field environment that can be physically challenging
- Ability to be a team player as well as work independently, and willingly perform a variety of tasks as needed

Salary: $1200 for the summer
Last Date to apply: February 10, 2012
Website: http://www.bhic.org<http://www.bhic.org/>
Contact: Thomas Hancock
E-mail: hancock at bhic.org<mailto:hancock at bhic.org>
Phone: 910-338-0938

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Kemp's ridley Conservation Internship‏, Sea Turtle Inc
South Padre Island, TX

Two internship time periods: 6 positions available for mid March - mid August and 2 positions for early May - mid August. Interns will learn about medical care of sea turtles and Kemp's ridley nest conservation. Interns will work in our hospital facility with the general public and be required to give short educational presentations and help care for resident sea turtles. Tasks at the hospital include public education, medical treatment, triaging, calculating dosages, assisting in gift shop and tagging sea turtles. In addition to working at the hospital facility interns will also conduct ATV beach patrols for nesting sea turtles along a 32 mile stretch and remote 7 mile stretch of open beach. Interns also work in nest hatchery and assist with hatchling releases.

Requirements: Applicants must be studying in or a graduate of biological science at a University or College. Undergrad applicants must be of Junior standing or higher. US Citizenship or paperwork to work in the US is required. 18 years of age or older and hold a valid driver's license. Passport recommended but not required. Applicants must be comfortable working in adverse weather conditions including high winds, direct sunlight, high heat and humidity. Housing provided on South Padre Island. Food and transportation not provided. Personal vehicle is not required on the island. Housing provided on South Padre Island with $35 a day stipend. Food and transportation not provided. Personal vehicle is not required on the island.

Please email RESUME & LETTER OF INTEREST to jeff.george at seaturtleinc.org<mailto:jeff.george at seaturtleinc.org>. Visit http://www.seaturtleinc.org<http://www.seaturtleinc.org/> for more information.

Deadlines for application:
January 1, 2012 for internship March-August
February 1, 2012 for internship May-August

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