Hiring Organization:
MPI
Date Posted:
2010-09-20
Position Description:
We are seeking four (4) highly motivated research assistants to participate in a nationwide Chimpanzee census starting in October 2010 until July 2011 in Guinea Conakry, West Africa. As part of our Pan-African great ape monitoring program, 2 candidates will lead data collection teams for the Chimpanzee nationwide census throughout the country between October 2010 and July 2011. The two other positions entail collecting and processing scientific data (video cameras, autonomous audio recording units, phenology study and isotope and genetic sampling) at temporary research sites, one in Guinea and one across the border in neighboring Sierra Leone.
Qualifications/Experience:
The successful candidates should hold an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in biology or related field. The positions require to be physically and mentally fit, able to spend extended periods of time in remote areas with minimal facilities (no plumbing, no electricity, no housing). The candidates need to be able to work independently, learn fast and make decisions on their own. They also need to be able to work in a team and communicate well with the other team members in multicultural settings. Field experience (GPS usage, navigation skills etc.) and interest in primate ecology are mandatory. Conversational French or willingness to improve quickly a plus.
Salary/funding:
Salary: US$500 will be provided at the site and a further US$1500 on completion of the assignment.
Support provided for internship/volunteer positions (travel, meals, lodging):
Travel costs, visa, accommodation and food during field missions will be covered.
Term of Appointment:
October 2010 to end of July 2011 for the nation wide census; January 2011 to December 2011 for the temporary research sites
Application Deadline:
19th December 2010
Comments:
For further information please contact Sebastien Regnaut at sregnaut@gmail.com or send your application in an email with “volunteer census Guinea” as subject, a cover letter and CV with references to Christina Kompo at kompo@eva.mpg.de
Contact Information:
Christina Kompo
Deutscher Platz
Leipzig 04103
Germany
Telephone Number:
00 49 341 3550 215
Fax Number:
00 49 341 3550 299
Website:
http://www.eva.mpg.de/primat
E-mail Address:
kompo@eva.mpg.de