Galapagos Jobs
Matt James
Matt.James at SONOMA.EDU
Tue Sep 5 14:37:22 CDT 1995
These five job ads were sent out by the Director of the Charles Darwin
Research Station; respond directly to her for more info. Chance of a lifetime
if you are from the European Union.
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Subject: Positions Available in Galapagos
Dear Colleague:
Attached are announcements for professional positions
available immediately at Charles Darwin Research Station
in the Galapagos Islands, in the following fields:
* Invasive Plant Research and Control
* Ecology and Control of Introduced Mammals
* Entomology / Quarantine
* Environmental Monitoring / GIS
* Environmental Education
The duration of these positions is approximately
20 months and may be extended, depending on funding.
Candidates must be from universities or
research organizations of member countries of the
European Union.
Please forward this message to qualified candidates
or appropiate forums on the Internet.
Thank you very much for your assistance.
Chantal M. Blanton, Ph.D.
Director
Charles Darwin Research Station
Galapagos Islands
Ecuador
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
* Second Posting, June 11, 1995 *
INVASIVE PLANT RESEARCH
CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION
*** Candidates must be from member countries
of the ***
*** European Union ***
Location: Charles Darwin Research Station
(CDRS), part of the Charles
Darwin Foundation, a non-profit
international organization that
conducts scientific research and
educational programs to promote
conservation in the Galapagos
Islands, Ecuador.
Introduced plants threaten the
native flora of Galapagos. Plant
introductions number over 350,
and have increased in parallel to
the Islands' 8% annual human
population growth rate.
Aggressive invaders include
quinine (Cinchona), blackberry
(Rubus), lantana, and guava
(Psidium guajava). Research is
required to help control these
species and identify potential
new aggresive invaders, to avoid
their spread into Galapagos
National Park.
Responsibilities:
1. Plan, execute, and evaluate activities in
Ecology and Control of Invasive Plants:
research, technology transfer, and
education for local communities.
2. Supervise and train personnel and
students in research techniques for
control of invasive plants.
3. Collaborate with ongoing research on
replacement of invasive species with
nonaggressive agroforestry trees, to
manage buffer zones of the agricultural
zone near Galapagos National Park
boundaries.
4. Advise and coordinate work closely with
Ecuadorian institutions, especially the
Galapagos National Park Service (GNPS)
and Provincial Agricultural Division
(DPA).
5. Prepare scientific, educational, and
popular articles for international,
national, and institutional publication,
to promote and inform about research
results and activities in the Area.
6. Coordinate management of Research and
Control projects funded by international
donors.
7. Actively seek funding for research and
conservation activities.
8. Organize and participate in courses,
seminars, workshops, and other training
activities that build capacity at CDRS
and GNPS.
Requirements
1. Minimum: Ph.D. in plant or forest
ecology, agronomy, or related field;
strong background in experimental design
and statistics; experience with woody
plant control preferred. Must be
associated with a research institute or
university in a European Union country.
2. Bilingual Spanish/English: fluent written
and oral Spanish, strong English.
3. Excellent physical condition, well
adapted to harsh field conditions.
4. Two years work experience, preferably in
Latin America; experience in supervision
and administration of scientific projects
and guidance of students.
5. Adaptability to complex multicultural
environment, good interpersonal skills,
strong at teamwork, especially with field
workers and the community.
6. Dedication to the CDRS goals and programs
for conservation in Galapagos.
7. Available for 20 months minimum, with
immediate starting date.
* NOTE: Due to funding source, only
applications from members of
European Union countries can be
considered. *
Applicants should send a Curriculum Vitae
with three letters
of reference and examples of previous work
to:
Director
Charles Darwin Research Station
Casilla 17-01-3891
Quito, Ecuador
FAX: 593-4-564636
Internet: director at fcdarwin.org.ec
CDRS' Internet connection is sometimes
problematic.
Please also respond by FAX or airmail.
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
* Second Posting, June 11, 1995 *
ECOLOGY AND CONTROL OF INTRODUCED MAMMALS
CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION
*** Candidates must be from member countries
of the ***
*** European Union ***
Location: Charles Darwin Research Station
(CDRS), part of the Charles
Darwin Foundation, a non-profit
international organization that
conducts scientific research and
educational programs to promote
conservation in the Galapagos
Islands, Ecuador.
Introduced mammals threaten the
native fauna of Galapagos. Feral
goats are destroying native
ecosystems on Santiago Island,
and ruining giant tortoise
habitat on Alcedo volcano. Feral
pigs consume eggs of endemic
reptiles on the larger islands.
Cats, dogs, and rats hunt and
kill young of many endemic
species. Research is required to
implement new, cost-effective,
control stategies to assist
Galapagos National Park managers
protect these unique ecosystems.
Responsibilities:
1. Plan, execute, and evaluate research,
conservation, and educational activities,
focused on Integrated Control of
Introduced Mammals, in the Galapagos
Islands.
2. Coordinate management of Research and
Control projects funded by international
donors.
3. Advise and coordinate work closely with
Ecuadorian institutions, especially the
Galapagos National Park Service (GNPS).
4. Actively seek funding for research and
conservation activities.
5. Supervise personnel and volunteers.
6. Guide Ecuadorian students performing
undergraduate thesis projects.
7. Prepare scientific, educational, and
popular articles for international,
national, and institutional publication,
to promote and inform about research
results and activities in the Area.
8. Organize and participate in courses,
seminars, workshops, and other training
activities that build capacity at CDRS
and GNPS.
Requirements
1. Minimum: Ph.D. in animal ecology and
control or wildlife management;
experience in field testing and
evaluating control methods; strong
statistics and analytical ability. Must
be associated with a research institute
or university in a European Union
country.
2. Bilingual Spanish/English: fluent written
and oral Spanish, strong English.
3. Excellent physical condition, well
adapted to harsh field conditions.
4. Two years work experience, preferably in
Latin America; experience in supervision
and administration of scientific projects
and guidance of students.
5. Adaptability to complex multicultural
environment, good interpersonal skills,
very strong at teamwork.
6. Dedication to the CDRS goals and programs
for conservation in Galapagos.
7. Available for 20 months minimum, with
immediate starting date.
* NOTE: Due to funding source, only
applications from members of
European Union countries can be
considered. *
Applicants should send a Curriculum Vitae
with three letters
of reference and examples of previous work
to:
Director
Charles Darwin Research Station
Casilla 17-01-3891
Quito, Ecuador
FAX: 593-4-564636
Internet: director at fcdarwin.org.ec
CDRS' Internet connection is sometimes
problematic.
Please also respond by FAX or airmail.
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
* Second Posting, June 11, 1995 *
ENTOMOLOGIST - QUARANTINE SPECIALIST
CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION
*** Candidates must be from member countries
of the ***
*** European Union ***
Location: Charles Darwin Research Station
(CDRS), part of the Charles Darwin
Foundation, a non-profit
international organization that
conducts scientific research and
educational programs to promote
conservation in the Galapagos
Islands, Ecuador.
Introduced invertebrates threaten
the native fauna of Galapagos.
Increased cargo and human traffic
to the islands parallel tourism
growth, and species introductions
escalate. Research is required on
native and introduced
invertebrates, and on
implementation and effectiveness of
continental and interisland
quarantine.
Responsibilities:
1. Plan, execute, and evaluate activities in
Entomology: research, conservation, and
education. Focus on:
a. Quarantine Program for Galapagos
Islands
b. Biodiversity and effects of
introduced animals in the Galapagos Islands
2. Supervise and train personnel and
students in Entomology and biological
research on introduced animals.
3. Manage ongoing sampling program and
supervise curation of invertebrate
collections.
4. Advise and coordinate work closely with
Ecuadorian institutions, especially the
Galapagos National Park Service (GNPS).
5. Prepare scientific, educational, and
popular articles for international,
national, and institutional publication,
to promote and inform about research
results and activities in the Area.
6. Coordinate management of Research and
Control projects funded by international
donors.
7. Actively seek funding for research and
conservation activities.
8. Organize and participate in courses,
seminars, workshops, and other training
activities that build capacity at CDRS
and GNPS.
Requirements
1. Minimum: Ph.D. in Entomology, Ecology, or
related field; experience with
quarantine and control programs required;
strong background in taxonomy of
terrestrial invertebrates, experimental
design, and statistics. Must be
associated with a research institute or
university in a European Union country.
2. Bilingual Spanish/English: fluent written
and oral Spanish, strong English.
3. Excellent physical condition, well
adapted to harsh field conditions.
4. Two years work experience, preferably in
Latin America; experience in supervision
and administration of scientific projects
and guidance of students.
5. Adaptability to complex multicultural
environment, good interpersonal skills,
strong at teamwork.
6. Dedication to the CDRS goals and programs
for conservation in Galapagos.
7. Available for 20 months minimum, with
immediate starting date.
* NOTE: Due to funding source, only
applications from members of
European Union countries can be
considered. *
Applicants should send a Curriculum Vitae
with three letters
of reference and examples of previous work
to:
Director
Charles Darwin Research Station
Casilla 17-01-3891
Quito, Ecuador
FAX: 593-4-564636
Internet: director at fcdarwin.org.ec
CDRS' Internet connection is sometimes
problematic.
Please also respond by FAX or airmail.
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
* Second Posting, June 11, 1995 *
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING / GIS SPECIALIST
CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION
*** Candidates must be from member countries
of the ***
*** European Union ***
Location: Charles Darwin Research
Station (CDRS), part of the
Charles Darwin Foundation, a
non-profit international
organization that conducts
scientific research and
educational programs to
promote conservation in the
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador.
Responsibilities:
1. Direct and expand the long-term
Environmental Monitoring Program at CDRS
in the Galapagos Islands: coordinate
monitoring efforts of scientists, amateur
and professional naturalists, and
students.
2. Aid scientists in application of
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to
address natural resource management
problems in Galapagos National Park,
Marine Resources Reserve, and the
agricultural zones.
3. Provide statistical and database
management support to CDRS staff, and
help undergraduate students with project
design and evaluation.
4. Supervise meteorological stations on
Santa Cruz, Isabela, and San Cristobal
Islands; advise and coordinate work
closely with Ecuadorian institutions,
especially the Galapagos National Park
Service (GNPS), Oceanographic Institute
(INOCAR), Fisheries Institute (INP), and
Geographic Institute (IGM).
5. Actively seek funding for the
Monitoring/GIS program.
6. Prepare technical reports, and publish
results in international, national, and
institutional journals.
Requirements
1. M. Sc. or Ph.D. in a Biological Science
with extensive experience in GIS
applications. Must be associated with a
research institute or university in a
European Union country.
2. Strong numerical background, including
statistics, experimental design, and
computer science.
3. Bilingual Spanish/English: excellent
written and oral Spanish, good English.
4. Two years work experience, preferably in
Latin America; experience in supervision
and administration of scientific projects
and guidance of students.
5. Adaptability to complex multicultural
environment, excellent interpersonal
skills, strong at teamwork and guidance.
6. Dedication to the CDRS goals and programs
for conservation in Galapagos.
7. Available for 20 months minimum, with
immediate starting date.
* NOTE: Due to funding source, only
applications from members of
European Union countries can be
considered. *
Applicants should send a Curriculum Vitae
with three letters
of reference and examples of previous work
to:
Director
Charles Darwin Research Station
Casilla 17-01-3891
Quito, Ecuador
FAX: 593-4-564636
Internet: director at fcdarwin.org.ec
CDRS' Internet connection is sometimes
problematic.
Please also respond by FAX or airmail.
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
* Second Posting, 11 June, 1995 *
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION SPECIALIST
CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION
*** Candidates must be from member countries
of the ***
*** European Union ***
Location: Charles Darwin Research Station
(CDRS), part of the Charles Darwin
Foundation, a non-profit
international organization that
conducts scientific research and
educational programs to promote
conservation in the Galapagos
Islands, Ecuador.
A strong program of participative
and innovative environmental
education is essential to the
success of conservation programs in
the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador.
The purpose is to modify behaviors
of target audiences, to achieve
their participation in the
protection of Galapagos' unique
natural environments.
Responsibilities:
1. Direct and expand the Environmental
Education Program at CDRS in the
Galapagos Islands: coordinate efforts of
educators, environmental interpreters,
public relations and publications staff,
to provide information that effectively
promotes conservation of Galapagos among
local, national, and international
audiences.
2. Plan, execute, and quantitatively
evaluate the impact of activities in
Environmental Education according to the
Annual Operational Plan, particularly
focused on:
a. Quarantine Program for the
Galapagos Islands
b. Biodiversity and effects of
introduced organisms in the
Galapagos Islands
c. Galapagos Marine Resources Reserve
conservation
d. Protection of Galapagos' native
plants and animals
3. Supervise and train personnel and
students in Environmental Education and
Interpretation.
4. Supervise maintenance and improvement of
collections: video, slides, photographs,
and education library.
5. Advise and coordinate work closely with
Ecuadorian institutions, especially
the Galapagos National Park Service
(GNPS), local schools, and social
organizations, to carry out a
communication strategy that effectively
aids in conservation of Galapagos
National Park and Marine Resources
Reserve.
6. Write and coordinate production of
proposals to obtain funding for the
Environmental Education and Social
Communication programs of CDRS.
7. Prepare educational and popular articles
for national, international, and
institutional publication, to promote and
inform about research results and
activities at CDRS.
8. Organize and participate in courses,
seminars, workshops, and other training
activities that build capacity at CDRS
and GNPS.
Requirements
1. M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Environmental
Education or Communication. Demonstrated
experience in research and evaluation of
environmental education programs, and
successful proposal writing. Must be
associated with a research institute or
university in a European Union country.
2. Bilingual Spanish/English: excellent
written and oral Spanish and English.
3. Two years work experience, preferably in
Latin America; experience in supervision
and administration of projects in social
communication, and guidance of students.
4. Adaptability to complex multicultural
environment, excellent interpersonal
skills, strong at teamwork and guidance.
5. Dedication to the CDRS goals and programs
for conservation in Galapagos.
6. Available for 20 months minimum, with
immediate starting date.
* NOTE: Due to funding source, only
applications from members of
European Union countries can be
considered. *
Applicants should send a Curriculum Vitae
with three letters
of reference and examples of previous work
to:
Director
Charles Darwin Research Station
Casilla 17-01-3891
Quito, Ecuador
FAX: 593-4-564636
Internet: director at fcdarwin.org.ec
CDRS' Internet connection is sometimes
problematic.
Please also respond by FAX or airmail.
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