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Title | DOLPHIN RESEARCH IN MONTENEGRO |
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The Montenegro Dolphin Project is a scientific project born from the partnership between the Marine Mammals Research Association (DMAD) and the Natural History Association of Montenegro. Our study is the first long term research study of marine mammals in Montenegrin coastal waters. We aim to address questions about marine mammal abundance, distribution and behavior, define critical habitats and investigate the impact of major threats. Our wider attention focuses on the promotion and implementation of awareness initiatives targeted at the local community, particularly youth. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Our scientific work is supported by the help of volunteers and students, coming from all over the world and motivated to leave a positive impact on marine wildlife protection and conservation. We offer several volunteering and internship positions: this is an extremely valuable opportunity for graduates, that wish to gain experience in the marine mammal research field, and undergraduates, that would like to obtain internship academic credits. It could be used to develop a scientific project for BSc and MSc thesis. However, we are also open to accept applications from anyone whose love for dolphins is strong and sincere. Opportunities are available for SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2017, 2 MONTHS COMMITMENT. REQUIREMENTS
Background in marine biology and previous fieldwork experience are an advantage. FIELD WORK AND RESPONSIBILITIES
TRAINING The Montenegro Dolphin Project team will provide lectures and field work training. You will be given the chance to learn the most popular methodologies used in marine mammals research such as:
PROJECT PARTICIPATION FEE The positions are unpaid and require a participation fee of 600 euros / month which covers:
Applicants are responsible for their transportation to/from Montenegro, meals, insurance (all participants should have health and/or travel insurance) and personal expenses. HOW TO APPLY Please email your CV and cover letter to admin@dmad.org.tr (Elisa Gaggioli) explaining why you would the perfect asset for our team and which goals you hope to achieve with us! Remember to mention the PERIOD OF INTEREST AND DURATION OF AVAILABILITY!
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