Hiring Organization: University of Lincoln
Position Description:
We are looking for an additional research assistant to join a PhD project investigating the socio-ecology of wild Barbary macaques, in the middle-atlas mountains of Morocco. Over a period of at least six months, this position will involve the habituation and identification of a wild group of macaques, as well as a range of behavioural and ecological data collection. The principal investigator for this research is Richard McFarland conducting a PhD supervised by Dr. Bonaventura Majolo at the University of Lincoln, England.
Qualifications/Experience:
Previous field experience is desirable, although not essential. However, priority will be given to applicants who have proven experience collecting behavioural data on wild and/or free-ranging
primates. Knowledge and experience of macaque behaviour would be particularly advantageous.
In addition applicants should:
• Be physically fit and strong mentally as days in the field are long and physically challenging.
• Have good social skills and the ability to work in a team and individually as appropriate.
• Be open to and comfortable adapting to a foreign culture.
• Be friendly, patient, enthusiastic and committed to primatological research.
• Be able to speak English (French/Arabic beneficial).
Salary/funding:
There is currently no salary for this position.
Support provided for internship/volunteer positions (travel, meals, lodging):
Although efforts are being made for additional funding there is currently no funding available for airfare costs (approximately £150 from the UK). However, housing costs will be covered and living expenses should cost the successful applicant no more than £20/week. The successful applicant will also have to cover their own health insurance and vaccination costs. If funding is raised the airfare will be reimbursed at the end of a minimum of a 6 month period.
Term of Appointment:
A minimum of a 6 month commitment is required although longer placements would be encouraged. Preferably the appointment will commence shortly after the acceptance of a successful applicant (May/June 2008).
Application Deadline:
May 10th 2008
Comments:
To apply, please email a recent copy of your CV (including two referees), a cover letter describing your research interests and experience, and your availability for this position. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions.
Contact Information:
Richard McFarland
Department of Psychology, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool
Lincoln LN6 7TS
United Kingdom
Telephone Number: 01522 837366
E-mail Address: rmcfarland@lincoln.ac.uk
Position Description:
We are looking for an additional research assistant to join a PhD project investigating the socio-ecology of wild Barbary macaques, in the middle-atlas mountains of Morocco. Over a period of at least six months, this position will involve the habituation and identification of a wild group of macaques, as well as a range of behavioural and ecological data collection. The principal investigator for this research is Richard McFarland conducting a PhD supervised by Dr. Bonaventura Majolo at the University of Lincoln, England.
Qualifications/Experience:
Previous field experience is desirable, although not essential. However, priority will be given to applicants who have proven experience collecting behavioural data on wild and/or free-ranging
primates. Knowledge and experience of macaque behaviour would be particularly advantageous.
In addition applicants should:
• Be physically fit and strong mentally as days in the field are long and physically challenging.
• Have good social skills and the ability to work in a team and individually as appropriate.
• Be open to and comfortable adapting to a foreign culture.
• Be friendly, patient, enthusiastic and committed to primatological research.
• Be able to speak English (French/Arabic beneficial).
Salary/funding:
There is currently no salary for this position.
Support provided for internship/volunteer positions (travel, meals, lodging):
Although efforts are being made for additional funding there is currently no funding available for airfare costs (approximately £150 from the UK). However, housing costs will be covered and living expenses should cost the successful applicant no more than £20/week. The successful applicant will also have to cover their own health insurance and vaccination costs. If funding is raised the airfare will be reimbursed at the end of a minimum of a 6 month period.
Term of Appointment:
A minimum of a 6 month commitment is required although longer placements would be encouraged. Preferably the appointment will commence shortly after the acceptance of a successful applicant (May/June 2008).
Application Deadline:
May 10th 2008
Comments:
To apply, please email a recent copy of your CV (including two referees), a cover letter describing your research interests and experience, and your availability for this position. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions.
Contact Information:
Richard McFarland
Department of Psychology, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool
Lincoln LN6 7TS
United Kingdom
Telephone Number: 01522 837366
E-mail Address: rmcfarland@lincoln.ac.uk