1) Post-doc Spring 2012 (14 January – 9 May 2012) (scroll down for detailed description)

 

2) Coral Reef Ecology Volunteer Internship (scroll down for detailed description)

 

Applications will not be accepted past the deadline.

Due to the large number of applications CIEE can not respond to individual emails.

 

 

 

 

1) Independent Research in Marine Ecology/Biology Teaching Post-doc Spring 2012 (14 January – 9 May 2012)
CIEE Research Station Bonaire, Dutch Caribbean
Application deadline: 23 December 2012


The CIEE Tropical Marine Ecology and Conservation program in Bonaire is a study abroad program for undergraduate students.  The Coral Reef Ecology Teaching Post-doc will collaborate with a team teaching Independent Research in Marine Ecology/Biology and assist with management of the laboratory facilities. Duties will include teaching and mentoring research projects including the publication of a student research journal; participating in CIEE’s long-term monitoring project; oversight of laboratory equipment and activities; and day to day operations of the field station.  This position is full-time and will often require working outside of normal 9 am to 5 pm working hours.    

The minimum qualifications for this role are: a PhD in Biology/Zoology/Oceanography or equivalent with an emphasis in marine ecology or biology; scientific diving experience and a comprehensive dive physical (AAUS); broad field experience in marine ecology and excellent analytical skills; demonstrated ability to work as a team member; a commitment to education and research in marine ecology and conservation; an eagerness to work closely with students; an appreciation for field-based education; current certifications in First Aid, CPR, DAN Oxygen Rescue; DAN dive insurance; a driver’s license and the ability to drive a standard.  

Compensation: a stipend and round trip airfare (up to $1,500) will be provided to the successful applicant.  There are no nationality requirements.  

To apply:  Send a cover letter; a CV with 3 references to rpeachey@ciee.org.  Please include your diving certification level and number of logged dives.  For more information about the semester program in Bonaire go to COURSES

Application deadline: 23 December 2012  

 

 

 

2) Coral Reef Ecology Volunteer Internship

 

Description: The CIEE Tropical Marine Ecology and Conservation Program in Bonaire is a study abroad program for undergraduate students. The Volunteer Tropical Marine Ecology Intern will assist in program delivery including: academics, research, logistics, dive safety, student transportation and site security. Duties include assisting with preparations for classes and labs as instructed by faculty, SCUBA diving in support of CIEE courses, long-term research data collection on coral reefs, undergraduate student education and research, record keeping for the dive safety program and assistance in normal day to day operations. The internship lasts 17 weeks and will require a minimum commitment of 40 h per week and includes activities on evenings and weekends in support of CIEEs mission to provide a world class educational experience for undergraduate students.

 

Minimum Qualifications: BA/BS in Biology with an emphasis in Marine Biology/Ecology or Biological Oceanography; current certifications in First Aid, CPR, DAN Oxygen Rescue, and Advanced Open Water; scientific diving experience (minimum of 50 dives logged) and a comprehensive dive physical required; drivers license; ability to work as a team member; a commitment to education and research in marine ecology and conservation; and a willingness to work flexible hours and live on site at the research station with a group of up to 16 undergraduate students and other interns.

 

Compensation: Lodging will be provided to the successful applicant. Meals, air fare, health care and personal expenses are not covered.

 

Internship dates: 14 January - 9 May 2012

To apply: Send cover letter, CV listing contact information for 3 references, and one letter of recommendation from a major faculty member from your degree granting institution. Please indicate on the CV your level of dive experience (certification level and number of logged dives). The letter should be emailed directly from the faculty member to Dr. Peachey (rpeachey@ciee.org<mailto:rpeachey@ciee.org>). If you applied for the fall paid internship you will only need to email a letter of interest. For more information about the semester program go to COURSES.

 

Application deadline: 23 December 2011

 

 

 

Applications will not be accepted past the deadline.

 

Due to the large number of applications CIEE can not respond to individual emails.