Subject: VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS OF SOCIAL BEHAVOIRS OF GROUND TITS [Print This Page] Author: sfoenix Time: 23/01/2013 15:07 Subject: VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS OF SOCIAL BEHAVOIRS OF GROUND TITS
VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS OF SOCIAL BEHAVOIRS OF GROUND TITS at Wuhan University, China
Organization Department of Zoology, College of Life Science, Wuhan University, China
Location Tibetan plateau in western China (including Qinghai, Gansu and Sichuan provinces)
Duration Mid-May to Mid-July, 2013
Job Type Volunteer
Number of Openings 3-4
Application Deadline Positions will be filled so long as suitable applicants are found
Job Description Our lab is studying the cooperative breeding behavior of ground tit (Parus humilis) in Tibetan Plateau. For the last several years, we have already established several research sites located in Tibet, Qinghai and Gansu. We will increase several research sites in 2013. Therefore, several additional field assistants are needed.
The prospective candidates will be trained by postgraduate students of our team with respect to basic field skills associated with social behaviors of this species.
The assistants will be responsible for the following field work: searching bird nests, trapping birds, digging nest holes, banding birds, taking blood samples, examining ectoparasites, and recording behaviors.
All expenses in China during the work period will be covered, including local travel, housing and food; there is no salary. Field assistants need to undertake their international traveling fee. At the field sites, accommodation is simple and assistants should cook by themselves.
Qualifications Candidates must have a valid visa for staying in China. Previous experience with field ornithological work is preferred. Be enthusiastic and capable of working without supervision. Strict working discipline, following rules, regulations and supervision is a must. Candidates should be physically fit, and be able to work in high altitude areas (between 3000 and 4000 m).
To apply Feel free to email for more information, and send a cover letter including dates of availability and a resume to Miss Wang (sfoenix0603@gmail.com). We appreciate if the candidates could have a recommendation letter directly sent by referees to the email addresses above.
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