Hiring Organization:
Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology
Position Description:
Two field assistants are needed to support, help and control field monitoring teams with data collection on wildlife in Tai National Park, Côte d’Ivoire. Tai National Park is a World Heritage Site, counting 140 mammal species, including 9 species of diurnal primates. It harbours the largest remaining population of chimpanzees in Côte d'Ivoire. Furthermore, Tai National Park is one of the largest protected rainforest remnants of the Upper Guinean forest block.
The biomonitoring in Tai National Park is already implemented and follows standard line transect methodology.
Qualifications/Experience:
The appropriate candidates are expected to hold at least a Bachelor's degree and possess some understanding of basics statistical concepts (of the line transect methodology).
They should have prior field experience, preferably under hot/humid climate. They should be able to work independently and in isolated conditions (camping, with limited access to modern conveniences).
Conversational level of French language is required
Salary/funding:
300 euros per month
Support provided for internship/volunteer positions (travel, meals, lodging):
Travel costs, visa, health insurance, and accommodation will be covered. Furthermore, a one-month training will be provided in Leipzig, Germany and in Côte d'Ivoire.
Term of Appointment:
6-8 months
Application Deadline:
as soon as possible
Contact Information:
Deutscher Platz 6
Leipzig 04103
Germany
Telephone Number:
+49 341 3550 200
Website:
http://www.eva.mpg.de/ and http://www.wildchimps.org/
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