A job in reptiles

[arthur cooke]

Hi, wondered if this is of interest.
cheers arthur.


NEWS RELEASE
The Center for North American Herpetology
Lawrence, Kansas
Web Portal - CNAH The Center for North American Herpetology
11 February 2009

FIELD ASSISTANT NEEDED FOR IGUANA STUDY

When: Approximately 28 April to 15 June & 7 August to 17 September 2009

Where: Commonwealth of Dominica, West Indies

Description: A field assistant is needed for a natural history study of the Lesser
Antillean
Iguana (Iguana delicatissima) on the island of Dominica. The majority of fieldwork
involves
capturing and processing iguanas, and radio tracking over difficult and steep terrain.

Shared housing (with PI), food, and a living stipend ($500/month) will be provided.
Depending on location of embarkation, travel costs may be reimbursed.

Qualifications: Experience with radio telemetry and lizard handling preferred, but not
required. Must enjoy working outdoors and be motivated, hardworking, good-natured,
and able to work well with others. Applicants must be in good physical condition and
willing to work in hot and humid
climate while walking up very steep slopes. The applicant must be able to work
independently and drive a manual (shift gear) car. Personal health insurance is
required.

To apply: Email a letter of interest, resume or CV, and contact information for two
references to:

Dr. Charles Knapp
Center for Conservation and Research for Endangered Species
Zoological Society of San Diego
cknapp@ufl.edu

Please put FIELD ASSISTANT in the subject line. Review of applications will continue
until
the position is filled.

[arthur cooke]

I wanted to edit the title but cannot find an edit button'
cheers arthur

[sallyconyers]

I've just applied!!! Fingers crossed!

[arthur cooke]

Crossed, good luck. Sounds like a lovely job.
cheers arthur

[Saedcantas]

A VERY snazzy position indeed