Overview
We are looking to appoint a Research Assistant for a project in the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology research cluster in the School of Biosciences. The project focuses on the dynamics of seabird populations and the impact of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. The fieldwork will involve intensive monitoring of the survival and productivity of common guillemots on Skomer Island, Wales, during their breeding season. The project is funded by charitable donations and led by Professors Ben Hatchwell and Tim Birkhead.
Responsibilities
* Intensive observations of a colony of guillemots to identify colour-ringed birds.
* Regular and systematic searches of other locations around the island for colour-ringed birds.
* Monitor productivity of a sample of pairs at the main study colony.
* Handle day-to-day organization of fieldwork tasks to fulfil these duties.
* Maintain frequent contact with the principal investigators (PIs), liaising with them to ensure efficient and rigorous collection of field data.
* Additional duties may arise according to unpredictable developments during the field season.
Qualifications
* BSc or MSc (or equivalent experience) in a relevant biological discipline.
* Previous experience in field ornithology.
* Experience of rigorous collection and handling of numerical data.
* Ability to work well in groups and independently.
* Knowledge, understanding and experience of safe fieldwork practice.
Compensation
£32,080 to £36,363 per annum.
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