Date: Fri, 11 Nov 2005 16:18:18 +0100
From: Sergi Pérez Jorge-CIRCE <>
CIRCÉ (Conservation, Information and Research on Cetaceans) is a non-profit
organization which objectives are not only to conduct research on cetaceans, but
also to actively participate in increasing awareness and education of the public on
the marine environment. For this reason, we have chosen to welcome research
volunteers onboard
CIRCE's vessel to assist the scientific crew in their studies on the cetaceans
in the Strait of Gibraltar and the Gulf of Cadiz.
We are looking for volunteers from the 26th of November to the 15th of
December, to help us in a research project. The project aims is to investigate
the cetacean population inhabiting the Gulf of Cadiz. This survey will be a
visual and acoustic survey, and the target species are common dolphins,
bottlenose dolphins, harbour porpoises and killer whales. During this survey,
all the crew will be onboard the research vessel Elsa, and will live onboard
the vessel.
The volunteers will participate in the field and laboratory activities of the
project.
Main tasks:
-Conduct boat-based line transect surveys.
-Collect data on cetacean sightings and weather conditions.
-Data entry for cetacean sightings.
-Assist with photo-ID work and analysis
-Assist with the porpoise detector equipment.
No specific qualities are required, just a willing hand and a keen interest so
that everyone has an enjoyable and convivial experience.
There is no compensation for this volunteer position and the successful
applicants will be responsible for their food expenses during the time of the
volunteering. Volunteers must arrange their own transportation to and from the
research base in Pelayo (Algeciras). The volunteers can stay in CIRCE's Centre.
Detailed information of CIRCE can be found in the following web page:
www.circe-asso.org
To apply:
Please contact us by email at and include a copy of your CV
detailing your background and relevant experience together.
Sincerely yours
Sergi
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Sergi Pérez
CIRCE Conservación Información y Estudio de Cetáceos
C/Cabeza de Manzaneda 3
Pelayo Algeciras-11390 España.
www.circe-asso.org
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