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COSTA RICA

Costa Rica Bird Observatories is seeking for a field coordinator


Job title: Field Coordinator
Location: Costa Rica (San Jose, Tortuguero, Madre Selva)
Application: Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references, attached to an email with the subject ³Field Coordinator² to jpelizondo@pifcostarica.org <mailto:jpelizondo@pifcostarica.org>
Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin July 15 of 2013 and will continue until position is filled. You can submit your application at any time.


Job description
The Field Coordinator ensures that fieldwork gets done, and provides guidance to other banders in how to collect and process bird monitoring data. The coordinator works in close coordination with the Executive Director and the Data Manager to ensure proper collection and archival of banding and census data, as well as to schedule field crews and management of equipment and band inventories.

Salary: U.S. $500-$700 per month depending on qualifications, plus room and board at CRBO facilities. Minimum commitment 6 months.

Why work with CRBO
CRBO is an established science and conservation organization, and the oldest bird observatory in Latin America, working in Costa Rica since 1994. We work at some of the most important bird watching and conservation destinations in the country. CRBO has one of the most important datasets of bird banding in Latin America, and offers a wide variety of opportunities including the possibility of empowering your career through data analysis, and the chance to actively participate in the collaboration and preparation of scientific publications. This position allows you to become fully immersed in Latin American culture by living amongst Costa Rican colleagues.

Requirements
Highly qualified bird bander (passerines) Experience with coordination of teams and crew leading Latin America experience is a plus Social and outgoing person North American Banding Council (or other) certification is a plus Spanish is a plus Strong organizational skills and ability to follow directions Dedication to the Mission and Goals of CRBO Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word and Access) Must be independent and task oriented. Capable of functioning independently


Job Duties
Provide leadership to bird monitoring crews in all aspects of data collection, data archival and data entry.
Ensures proper and timely scheduling of bird monitoring activities and promotes coordination between partners.
Facilitates travel reservations and notifications to stations and partners when crews are scheduled.
Provides travel and logistics advice and leadership to the crews.
Performs frequent inventories and manages equipment and supply requirements.

60 % of time in the field 40% at CRBO headquarters at INBio in San Jose.

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Pablo Elizondo

In partnership with
INBio / Klamath Bird Observatory / US Forest Service Wings Across the Americas /

Chair
Western Hemisphere Bird Banding Network

Comunicaciones Asociación Ornitológica de Costa Rica Coordinador Nacional Partners in Flight
Tel.(506) 2507-8208 -
Cel. (506) 8834-4858
INBioparque, Santo Domingo de Heredia, Costa Rica jpelizondo@pifcostarica.org <mailto:jpelizondo@pifcostarica.org> / jpelizondo@klamathbird.org <mailto:jpelizondo@klamathbird.org>
www.partnersinflight.org <http://www.partnersinflight.org/> / www.pifcostarica.org <http://www.pifcostarica.org/>

posted July 16

CENTRAL AMERICA

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY -- We are looking for undergraduates to participate in the Golondrinas de las Americas, a network of biologists
studying tree swallows in the genus Tachycineta from Argentina to Alaska. Founded by Cornell University professor David Winkler almost a
decade ago and supported by the National Science Foundation, the Golondrinas de las Americas project trains students to study the
breeding biology and behavior of swallows in North, Central and South America. The internship lasts approximately two and one half to four
months depending on the season and location. Using standardized protocols, students conduct field work, learn how to keep field records,
maintain nest boxes and search for swallows. The knowledge gained from the project is helping us understand the reasons for geographic
variations in the clutch sizes of these birds. In the long term, we anticipate the Golondrinas de las Americas project will contribute to
our knowledge about the impacts of climate change and the life histories of the birds and their insect prey. Interns must have a demonstrated interest in environmental biology or a related field. The ability to work, live, and communicate well with others under rigorous and remote conditions is essential. Travel and living expenses as well as a small stipend are provided. For more information or to apply for the program, contact CAREN COOPER (EM: Caren.Cooper AT cornell.edu). A completed application includes a cover letter, C.V. or resume, and contact information for two professional references. For a map of existing sites visit (URL: http://golondrinas.cornell.edu/Maps/MapOfStudySites.html).

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