Volunteer field assistant(s) sought for an ornithological research project in the Amazon rainforest. Assistant(s) will be required to carry out behavioural observations, mist-netting, nest-searching, nest-monitoring, trail cutting, data entry and organisation as part of long term research project into the mechanisms of species co-existence in the most biodiverse habitat on earth. This work is suitable for those with a love of birds and tropical rainforests, and who have previous field experience. Preference will be given to those who speak Spanish and have experience in mistnetting and reading colour bands on small birds.
No salary offered, and assistants from outside Peru must cover international travel. All other expenses (i.e. living costs, station fees and local travel) will be covered.
Applications should be made via email to Dr Nathalie Seddon (nathalie.seddon@zoo.ox.ac.uk) with:
(1) a cover letter explaining why you want this job
(2) a 2-page CV
(3) the names and email addresses of two researchers familiar with your skills.
