Field assistant on bonobo communication, DR Congo

Field assistant on bonobo communication, DR Congo

Hiring Organization:
Max-Planck Institute for Ornithology

Position Description:
We are looking for a volunteer field assistant for a project on
communicative development of bonobos in the wild. The field site
LuiKotal is located in a remote forest area in the southern sector of
Salonga National Park, Democratic Republic of Congo. The task will be
the collection of focal video data and scan data of bonobo
mother-infant-interactions. This involves long-distance walking in
difficult terrain under very warm and humid climatic conditions.

Qualifications/Experience:
The position requires above average physical fitness, a high degree of
discipline, self-motivation and responsibility, high stress resistance,
and language skills in French and English. Candidates with experience in
field research in Africa and/or behavioral data collection will be
preferred.

Support provided for internship/volunteer positions (travel, meals, lodging):
Accommodation and living expenses at the camp (lodging in tents, food)
as well as at the flight from Kinshasa to the camp and back will be
covered by the project.The international flight to and from Kinshasa and
expenses for staying in Kinshasa will not be covered.

Term of Appointment:
July 2012 – End of December 2012 (6 months)

Application Deadline:
Applications will be considered as they are received. They should include a CV and a short letter of motivation.

Contact Information:
Paul Kuchenbuch
Eberhard-Gwinner-Str.
Seewiesen, none 82319
Germany

Telephone Number:
+49 8157 932 - 242

Website:
http://www.orn.mpg.de

E-mail Address:
pkuchenbuch@orn.mpg.de