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| Title | Wetland (Wading) Bird Expert |
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The Wadden Sea is an important wetland for migrating birds. This is one of the reasons that the Wadden Sea is a NATURA2000 site. The management of this area must focus on conservation and development of nature. One of the research issues is the energy budgets and diet of the migrating and wading birds. You must set up studies involving field observations based upon theoretical knowledge of the birds and of geostatistic expertise. You will be working in a team of various experts and will be expected to participate in (international) project teams, carry out surveys and bird-watch-campaigns. Based on your scientific research, you will give advice for management plans of the area and for decisions on whether human activities can be allowed. Therefore, you will participate in international working groups and workshops. You will be expected to publish the results in reports and peer reviewed journals. Depending on the role you can play, the function level will be Researcher 3 or 4 Requirements University Graduate A biologist / ecologist / ornithologist, with experience in the design of field campaigns. It is preferred when you have working experience in a research or contract research organization. You should have strong communicational skills and you should have ample experience with simulation models. Experience with geostatistical programs is preferred. You should have a firm theoretical background but be open for applied research questions that sometimes have to be answered in short time periods under high pressure Organization Wageningen University and Research centre Ecology Wageningen IMARES (Institute for Marine Resources and Ecosystem Studies) is the Netherlands research institute established to provide the scientific support that is essential to developing policies and innovation in respect of the marine environment, fishery activities, aquaculture and the maritime sector. Wageningen IMARES is an independent, objective and authoritative institute whose aim is to find the right equilibrium between marine ecology, seafood production and maritime economy a key, proactive player in national and international marine research networks (including ICES and EFARO) We carry out research for both national authorities and specific research programmes (50%), international RTD programmes (30%) and contract research for private, public and NGO partners (20%). Our key focal research areas cover ecology, environmental conservation and protection, fisheries, aquaculture, ecosystem based economy, coastal zone management and marine governance. Wageningen IMARES has some two hundred people active in field surveys, experimental studies, from laboratory to mesocosm scale, modelling and assessment, scientific advice and consultancy. Our work is supported by unique in-house facilities that include specialist marine analysis labs, experimental halls, outdoor mesocoms, specific field-sampling devices, databases and models. The Wageningen IMARES quality system is ISO 9001 certified. We collaborate with fellow research specialists where necessary and where such collaboration generates clear added value. Our research is regularly published in international peer reviewed publications. As part of Wageningen UR, Wageningen IMARES has close ties with Wageningen University and the Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences. Both universities cater for Bachelor, professional Master and academic Master education programmes. The institute runs a PhD programme together with Wageningen University. The Ecology Department of IMARES (53 people) focuses on the functioning of the marine and coastal ecosystem in relation to the influence of human activities. Observations in the field are essential to unravel the mysteries of the marine world Conditions of employment Employment basis: Temporary for specified period Duration of the contract: The position may become permanent Maximum hours per week: 36 Additional Information Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from: Application You can apply for this job before 13-03-2009 by sending your application to: Wageningen Imares Postbus 68, 1970 AB IJmuiden Mr. J.M. de Graaff Postbus 68 1970 AB IJmuiden 1970 AB IJmuiden Nederland E-mail address: imaresvacature@wur.nl As our organization is expanding, we are looking for a variety of experts to further strengthen our team. The specific vacancies are listed below and suitable candidates are encouraged to apply. http://www.wageningenimares.wur.nl/NL/Werken/vacatures/ Therefore, if you feel that you could strengthen our team, but do not fit specifically into one of listed positions, send us an open letter of application, outlining your ambitions and skills When applying for this job always mention the vacancy number AT200907.
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