Hiring Organization:
Orangutan Tropical Peatland Research Project
Date Posted:
2008-10-18
Position Description:
Based at our Setia Alam Field Station, you will manage the orangutan behaviour research team as part of a larger multi-disciplinary research and conservation project. We have been studying 32 wild orangutans in the Sabangau Peat-swamp forest since 2003, making a major contribution to our understanding of this endangered species.
Tasks include field data collection; leading a team of Indonesian field assistants; planning schedules and logistics; data entry; ensuring that the projects scientific objectives are being met and collaborating with a number of external research projects.
Field days are typically 12 hours or longer, and can be extremely physically demanding, especially in the wet season.
Qualifications/Experience:
The successful applicant will have prior experience of undertaking field research, preferably in a tropical environment; have experience of leading a team; be physically fit and willing to learn Indonesian.
Salary/funding:
Unpaid
Support provided for internship/volunteer positions (travel, meals, lodging):
All in-country costs are covered by the project, including food and accommodation provided at our base camp in the jungle, plus monthly stipend of Rp 250,000 to cover incidental costs.
Term of Appointment:
One Year Fixed Term
Application Deadline:
1 November 2008
Comments:
The position starts January 2009 for a fixed term of one year. If you are interested in applying please send your CV and a covering letter to info@orangutantrop.com. We will be interviewing shortlisted candidates in Cambridge, UK or by telephone for overseas applicants.
Contact Information:
Simon Husson
United Kingdom
Website:
http://www.orangutantrop.com
E-mail Address:
info@orangutantrop.com