Trabaja como asistente de investigación en el zoo de Edimburgo

Oferta compartida por Nuria

The charity that owns both RZSS Edinburgh Zoo and RZSS Highland Wildlife Park are looking for committed, compassionate and conservation-minded individuals to join our expert staff team. RZSS aims to connect people with nature and safeguard species from extinction, a mission that sees us work both here in Scotland and around the world. From inspiring the next generation about wildlife in our parks to protecting chimpanzees in the Ugandan rainforest; looking after some of the world's most endangered species to saving the Scottish wildcat, RZSS is making a huge difference and we need your help to continue to grow.

The role
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland's WildGenes team are looking for a Research Assistant. Based at Edinburgh Zoo, the team uses genetic data to inform the conservation of 10-15 species annually. This role will involve supporting our research scientists in the analysis of genetic datasets. You will also be required to deliver towards reports for our conservation partners and input into project discussions at various stages. A flexible approach will be required with a range of different project opportunities available depending on the successful candidates experience but there will likely to be a focus on native species, including invertebrates. However, RZSS has an aim to aid in the restoration of 50 species by 2030, so there will be a range of future project opportunities. You will be expected to work closely with the analysis team but also alongside our onsite genetics lab team that generates the datasets and our biobank that provides long-term preservation of genetic material. It is a full-time 3-year fixed term role working 37.5 hours per week.

Who we are looking for
The successful candidate will hold an MSc (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline plus job experience in a relevant role. Ideally, they will have experience in the bioinformatic analysis of genetic datasets but also knowledge of standard molecular genetic laboratory techniques and the preservation of DNA. They will also have excellent communication skills for working with project partners including those in the university, zoo and conservation sectors.

Salary
The position sits within Band D (Starting salary between £26,610 - £27,354 with future salary progression up to £30,592 per annum)

Interested?
For full information on how to apply, please visit the RZSS vacancy page and follow the instructions.
Closing date: Sunday 22nd October 2023
Invitation to interview will be by email during the start of November 2023.

For any questions and queries, please email Dr Heather Ritchie-Parker at hritchieparker@rzss.org.uk quoting "Research Assistant" as the subject.

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Súper oferta de un año para trabajar en conservación de delfines en Irlanda

Oferta compartida por Cristina


Research Vacancies

MSc by Research Position in Zoology

Job Posted: 03 Mar 2023
Closing Date for Applications: 24 Mar 2023
Department: Zoology
School: School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences & the Environmental Research Institute
Contract Type: Fixed Term Whole-Time
Job Type: Research
Salary: see advert for stipend details



Fully funded one-year MSc project in Zoology

Applications are invited for a one-year MSc by Research project funded under the BioDivERsa + project and based in the School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences (BEES).

The eWHALE Project

The MSc research forms part of a wider project entitled “Combining environmental DNA sampling, whale watching & citizen science for stakeholder-driven marine biodiversity protection - NE Atlantic & Mediterranean”. The overall eWHALE project seeks to use environmental DNA (eDNA) from water samples to help in area-based conservation. This is a developing area that is moving away from presence/absence of a species to examining in more detail genetic diversity, but due to relatively small sample sizes has yet to determine population structure. To overcome this, in collaboration with industry, particularly whale watching companies, it is anticipated that over a number of spatial and temporal scales, we will be able to provide broader taxonomic resolution data for marine megafauna and associated prey. These efforts will generate an improved knowledge base for safeguarding marine megafauna and its genetic diversity.

The MSc Project

The MSc will focus on examining the feasibility of monitoring bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) in the outer Shannon estuary SAC using eDNA. The student will interact with other team members in conducting this research which will involve fieldwork, including on board a dolphin watching vessel, laboratory work and data analysis.

Funding

The MSc by Research position is funded for one year through the 2021-2022 BioDivERsa+ call for research proposals, with contributions from the national funders Irish National Parks & Wildlife Service and EPA. It includes a tax-free stipend of €18,500 p.a. and tuition fees covered at the EU rate.

Start date

May 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Eligibility criteria

Essential attributes:A 1.1 or 2.1 BSc honours degree (or equivalent) in zoology, ecology, marine biology, conservation, genetics or a related subject.
Experience in molecular laboratory analysis.
Must be comfortable in fieldwork conditions including the use of small boats.
A good understanding of and strong interest in molecular approaches to monitoring marine populations and their prey.
A strong understanding of experimental design, data analysis and statistics, preferably using R packages.
Willingness to work independently and as part of a team.
Full, clean driving licence.

Desirable attributes:Experience of conducting field work, small boat handling and sea survival certificate.
Experience in photo-identification techniques.
Evidence of having completed a research project.
Willingness to engage with the general public or stakeholders as part of outreach activities.

Please contact Professor Emer Rogan (E.Rogan@ucc.ie) if you have any questions about the position.



To Apply:

Please send your application to Professor Emer Rogan (E.Rogan@ucc.ie) with “eWHALE MSc application” in the subject line of the email.

Please attach a single PDF document that contains:A cover letter of 1 to 2 pages: Your letter should clearly set out your suitability and motivation for this MSc with reference to your past relevant experience and achievements.
A CV that includes your relevant experience, undergraduate results, any relevant publications (if applicable) and contact information for two academic referees.

Candidates will be shortlisted and interviewed via MS Teams within four weeks of the closing date, with the successful candidate informed shortly after interview.

The closing date for applications is 24th March 2023.

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Trabaja en los proyectos de conservación genética del zoológico de Edimburgo

Oferta compartida por Nuria

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland's WildGenes team are looking for a Research Assistant. Based at Edinburgh Zoo, the team uses genetic data to inform the conservation of 10-15 species annually. This role will involve supporting our research scientists in the analysis of genetic datasets. You will also be required to deliver towards reports for our conservation partners and input into project discussions at various stages. A key focus will be a project informing giraffe translocations in Uganda but RZSS has an aim to aid in the restoration of 50 species by 2030, so there are other project opportunities. You will be expected to work closely with the analysis team but also alongside our onsite genetics lab team that generates the datasets and our biobank that provides long-term preservation of genetic material. It is a full-time 3-year fixed term role working 37.5 hours per week.

Who we are looking for
The successful candidate will hold an MSc (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline plus job experience in a relevant role. Ideally, they will have experience in the bioinformatic analysis of genetic datasets but also of knowledge of standard molecular genetic laboratory techniques and the preservation of DNA. They will also have excellent communication skills for working with project partners including those in the university, zoo and conservation sectors.

Salary
The position sits within Band D (£25,834 - £30,286 Per Annum)

Interested? For full information on how to apply, please visit the RZSS vacancy page and follow the instructions: https://www.rzss.org.uk/job-opportunities/

Closing date: Tuesday 28th February 2023

Invitation to interview will be by email during the 3rd week of March 2023.

For any questions and queries, please email Dr Kara Dicks at kdicks@rzss.org.uk quoting "Research Assistant" as the subject.

The charity that owns both RZSS Edinburgh Zoo and RZSS Highland Wildlife Park are looking for committed, compassionate and conservation-minded individuals to join our expert staff team. RZSS aims to connect people with nature and safeguard species from extinction, a mission that sees us work both here in Scotland and around the world. From inspiring the next generation about wildlife in our parks to protecting chimpanzees in the Ugandan rainforest; looking after some of the world's most endangered species to saving the Scottish wildcat, RZSS is making a huge difference and we need your help to continue to grow.

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Trabaja como profesor de Zoología de Vertebrados en Colombia

Oferta compartida por Nuria

The Department of Biology (https://www.urosario.edu.co/Programa-de-Biologia/inicio/), Faculty of Natural Sciences (FNC) at the Universidad del Rosario (Bogotá, Colombia) seeks applicants for one full-time tenure track professor in Vertebrate Zoology. Candidates are expected to have a PhD in Vertebrate Zoology including Organismal Biology, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology aspects. We seek candidates with a strong publication record working in any area of vertebrate biology, and on any vertebrate group, whose work emphasizes field-based studies within an evolutionary context. Possible research areas include (but are not limited to) phylogenetics, biogeography, adaptation, speciation, evolutionary genetics, genomics, and comparative morphology. Postdoctoral experience, success in obtaining third party research funding, training in collections and teaching experience will be of added value. The successful candidate is expected to engage in scholarly activities, mentor graduate and undergraduate students, investigate broad questions related to the origin and diversification of vertebrates, and lead research projects. The position involves about 40% research, 20% academic service and 40% teaching, which will include about two courses per semester, including an undergraduate course on Vertebrate Zoology. It is also anticipated that the candidates will establish collaborations with professors and students from across the Biology Department and the Earth System Sciences program, and with other academic units at Universidad del Rosario.

Applications must be written in English and include: 

1. a detailed CV with a complete list of publications and funding awarded;
2. reprints of three selected papers; 
3. a Research Statement summarizing the candidate’s experience, interests and an outline of the research plan that can be potentially developed at Universidad del Rosario (2 pages);
4. a Teaching Statement describing teaching experience and philosophy as well as pedagogic strategies (4–5 min video-english); 
5. two recommendation letters.

Monthly salary is competitive for both Colombian and international standards and will be determined by a University-wide point system, based on research and teaching experience. Publications in high-ranking journals are yearly recognized following the University financial incentives policy. Non-native speakers are encouraged to apply and will be given two years to strengthen their Spanish communication skills and take an exam at the Multicultural and Multilingual Center at Universidad del Rosario, or take an international DELE B2 exam. Non-native speakers who have obtained the BSc, MSc or PhD in Spanish speaking countries are exempt from these exams.

The ideal starting is July 2022, but other dates can be arranged. Please send your application by e-mail at f.cn@urosario.edu.co no later than May 30th 2022 indicating the position you are applying for. For questions about the positions and life in Colombia please contact Prof. Camilo Salazar (camilo.salazar@urosario.edu.co).

Universidad del Rosario is a prestigious Colombian University that typically ranks in the top five universities in the country and in the top 50 in Latin America. It was founded in 1653 and has a long tradition in the areas of Medicine, Law, Economics and, Social and Political Sciences. The Faculty of Natural Sciences (FNC) was founded in 2008, with the goal of creating strong undergraduate and graduate programs that excel in both teaching and research. At present, the FNC has 25 full time faculty members and incorporates the undergraduate programs of Earth System Science and Biology, a Master, and PhD Program in Natural Sciences. The FCN has a vigorous and growing research agenda and published over 90 international peer-reviewed articles in 2021 (https://www.urosario.edu.co/facultad-ciencias-naturales/Inicio/).

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Contrato de ranger en el Zoo de Chester, UK

Seasonal Zoo Ranger
Reference: MAR20215177
Expiry date: 23:59, 21 March 2021
Location: Chester Zoo
Salary: £9.52 Per Hour
Benefits: Excellent Benefits Package
Duration: 7 months

SEASONAL ZOO RANGER

Temporary until 31st October 2021 – minimum 12 hours per week working every Saturday and Sunday plus additional weekday hours as required


We are Chester Zoo, and for nearly 90 years we have been a leading conservation and education charity, and an amazing, award-winning visitor attraction.


We’re also a team of passionate, talented, enthusiastic and expert people, doing everything we can to prevent extinction, from caring for animals to discovering new conservation ideas, and giving our visitors an inspirational day out.



We work hard because we love animals, we care about nature, we love Chester Zoo and, despite all the recent challenges thrown at us, we still want to be the best zoo in the world! If you think you can help us to achieve that, then we’d love to hear from you.



Our award winning Conservation Education and Engagement team is central to our visitors’ experience at the zoo. The team engage our visitors with our plant & animal collection and our worldwide conservation work through a range of diverse, fun and exciting educational experiences.



We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Seasonal Zoo Ranger to join our award winning Conservation Education and Engagement team.



The Role:



This is a varied role which includes interacting with visitors of all ages including children, families and other audiences. This includes one-to-one engagement, group educational activities and exhibit supervision. Our audiences can range from 1 to 500 visitors or more. There is lots of public interaction, requiring adaptability and a confident and outgoing personality. Engagement out in the zoo will include talks, activities, play based activities and managing animal walkthroughs (bats and lemurs).



The successful candidate will have:
A sound knowledge of conservation, ecology and biology
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with a wide range of different audiences in a playful manner
The ability to adapt content to different audiences and respond quickly and prioritise in a fast paced, changing environment
A dynamic and creative mind along with confidence in performance of stories, shows, games and interactive engagement
Skills in the use of all key Microsoft packages and preferably Apple technology
Excellent time management and planning skills
The ability to work effectively under their own initiative and as part of a team with a positive attitude
Excellent customer service skills



Experience of working in the zoo education field as well as knowledge of Chester Zoo’s animal collection and conservation work would be an advantage.



This is a temporary post, working a minimum of 12 hours per week every Saturday and Sunday plus regular additional weekday hours. This will include Bank Holidays as rostered, and may include evening work. Working hours are flexible around zoo opening hours and extra events. This position is temporary until 31st October 2021.



The salary for this position is £9.52 per hour In addition we offer a range of amazing benefits which can be found at /www.chesterzoo.org/work-with-us/staff-benefits/.



Due to the nature of the organisation and the role, this post is subject to a DBS check.



To apply for this position, please provide your current CV and complete the application form highlighting your skills and experience including why you believe you should be considered for our Seasonal Zoo Ranger role to www.chesterzoo.org/work-with-us/.



We will be interviewing for this role week commencing 22nd March 2021, with an expected start date of the 10th April 2021.



Closing date for applications is 21st March 2021

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Encárgate del cuidado de los carnívoros en el zoo de Chester

Keeper – Carnivores
Reference: NOV20202726
Expiry date: 23:59, 16 December 2020
Location: Chester
Salary: £21,934.33 Per Annum
Benefits: Excellent benefits
Duration: 14 months (maternity cover)


Temporary (maternity cover) 14 months – Full-time

We are Chester Zoo, and for over 80 years we have been a leading conservation and education charity, and an amazing, award-winning visitor attraction.

We’re also a team of passionate, talented, enthusiastic and expert people, doing everything we can to prevent extinction, from caring for animals to discovering new conservation ideas, and giving our visitors an inspirational day out.

We work hard because we love animals, we care about nature, we love Chester Zoo and, despite all the challenges that 2020 has thrown at us, we still want to be the best zoo in the world! If you think you can help us to achieve that, then we’d love to hear from you.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Keeper to join us on the Carnivore section, on a temporary basis for 14 months to cover a period of maternity leave. For the right candidate, this post offers a fantastic opportunity to work with a wide variety of mammal species ranging from Sumatran tiger, Asiatic lion, Giant otter, African painted dogs, as well as two species of bear.

The successful candidate will have:
A HND or degree level qualification in a zoological related science or equivalent experience
Proven experience in the care and management of a variety of carnivore species in a zoo or safari park setting
Knowledge and experience in modern zoo animal husbandry
Outstanding observational skills with excellent attention to detail
Experience of working within strict Safe Working Practices
A full driving licence valid in the UK

Competency in the use of computers and basic software packages, including ZIMS software, would be advantageous for this role in order to maintain accurate records.

Hours of work are 40 hours per week, worked 10 days out of 14, including weekends and Bank Holidays as rostered.

The salary for this position is £21,934.33 per annum and in addition we offer a range of amazing benefits which can be found at www.chesterzoo.org/work-with-us/staff-benefits/

To apply for this position, click ‘Apply Now’ to provide your current CV and complete the application form highlighting your skills and experience including why you believe you should be considered for our Keeper – Carnivores role.

Closing date for applications is 16 December 2020

We anticipate interviews will take place in January 2021, with an expected start date of March 2021.

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Trabaja cuidando varias especies de primates en el Zoo de Chester

Keeper – Primates
Reference: SEP20204772
Expiry date: 23:59, 04 October 2020
Location: Chester
Salary: £21,934.33 Per Annum
Benefits: Excellent benefits
Duration: 6 months


Temporary, 6 months – Full-time

We are Chester Zoo, and for over 80 years we’ve been a leading conservation and education charity, and an amazing, award-winning visitor attraction.

We’re also a team of passionate, talented, enthusiastic and expert people, doing everything we can to prevent extinction, from caring for animals to discovering new conservation ideas, and giving our visitors an inspirational day out.

We work hard because we love animals, we care about nature, we love Chester Zoo and, despite all the challenges that 2020 has thrown at us, we still want to be the best zoo in the world! If you think you can help us to achieve that, then we’d love to hear from you.

We currently have a vacancy for a Keeper - Primates on a full-time temporary basis, to join a large and busy section. For the right candidate, this post offers a fantastic opportunity to work with a variety of primate species.

The Role:

The post will involve the daily care and management of a variety of primate species ranging from Sulawesi Macaques, Lion Tailed Macaques, Spider monkeys and Mandrills, to smaller species such as Lemurs, Marmosets and Tamarins, therefore experience working with these species is required.

Chester Zoo aims to set a benchmark for animal welfare and the successful candidate must be able to deliver an excellent level of animal husbandry, care and welfare for the assigned mammals; ensuring that all enclosures and facilities are maintained to the highest possible standards.

The successful candidate will have:
A HND or degree level qualification in a zoological related science or equivalent experience
Proven experience in the care and management of a wide variety of primate species, as well as the highest standards of exhibitry
Outstanding observational skills with an excellent attention to detail
Experience implementing environmental enrichment and working within strict Safe Working Practices
Confidence in and around deep water and be able to work at heights
A full driving licence valid in the UK

It would be advantageous:
To be competent in the use of computers and basic software packages, including ZIMS software, in order to maintain accurate records.
To have experience of implementing guest experiences to a very high standard


This is a temporary position for 6 months. Hours of work are 40 hours per week, worked 10 days out of 14, including weekends and Bank Holidays as rostered.

The salary for this position is £21,934.33 per annum, on a 40 hours per week and in addition we offer a range of amazing benefits which can be found at www.chesterzoo.org/work-with-us/staff-benefits/

To apply for this position, click ‘Apply Now’ to provide your current CV and complete the application form highlighting your skills and experience including why you believe you should be considered for our Keeper role.

Closing date for applications is 4 October 2020

Shortlisting of applications and interviews for the role will take place while the advert is live; the advert will close once the successful candidate is found. Interested candidates are therefore encouraged to submit applications as quickly as possible.

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Asesora sobre temas de zoología a una productora de videos de divulgación (empleo remoto)

Freelance Consultant: Crash Course Zoology
Zoology is more than interacting with cute animals. The animal kingdom is vast and Zoologists help understand this fascinating part of our world. We're looking for a freelance consultant to help us communicate the subject of Zoology to our audience.

At Complexly, we make videos that help our audiences develop a nuanced and complex view of the world around us. Crash Course, one of our most renowned channels, invites students, teachers, and lifelong learners to tackle subjects they might have had trouble with or are curious to learn more about.

As our freelance consultant, you'll be responsible for building a course syllabus, creating an episode list, outlining each episode, reviewing and fact-checking scripts, and proofing video cuts. Our productions are highly collaborative; you should expect to participate in meetings and discussions with our staff, partners, and fellow freelancers thoughtfully and respectfully and be willing to incorporate shared ideas. Ideally, you're an expert in Zoology and are familiar with it's relevant subfields. Our videos serve a mass audience, which requires being deft in communicating complex concepts with clarity.

If you're interested, apply for this position by Sept 22nd!

More details on the position:
Job Title: Zoology Consultant
Status: Freelance
Reports to: Editor
Term: Approximately 6-9 months starting in October
Location: Remote, preferably US based

This series is contingent on external funding, which may impact the project's timeline.

If you want to learn more about the work we do at Crash Course and Complexly, check out our website:
https://complexly.com/

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Coordinador de programas de conservación en Latinoamérica

Field Programme Coordinator, Latin America

Permanent – 40 Hours

We are Chester Zoo, and for over 80 years we’ve been a leading conservation and education charity, and an amazing, award-winning visitor attraction.

We’re also a team of passionate, talented, enthusiastic and expert people, doing everything we can to keep the zoo going, from feeding the animals to discovering new conservation ideas, and giving our 1.9 million visitors an inspirational day out.

We work hard because we love animals, we care about nature, we love Chester Zoo and we want to be the best zoo in the world!

If you think you can help us to achieve that, then we’d love to hear from you.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Field Programme Coordinator, Latin America, to join our team. Current project activities in this region include an Andean Bear focused Darwin Initiative funded project in Bolivia, salamander and freshwater fish conservation projects in Mexico and a number of projects in Brazil and Ecuador. As well as coordinating existing projects the post holder will also develop new projects to expand Chester Zoo’s activities in this region.

The Role:
Development and co-ordination of various project activities (in-situ, but also linking with related ex-situ activities) to meet regional programme strategic objectives and to achieve maximum conservation impact and benefits to the society
Facilitation of stakeholder involvement (overseas and within the zoo) to ensure strategic objectives are met, including ensuring effective communication methods are in place
Working directly with project partners, ensuring field activities are undertaken to the desired standard and as planned, to meet the zoo's project management standards, and to advise and assist with project logistics and administration as required
Effectively monitor and evaluate conservation activities to inform management decisions
Disseminate information and assist in the production and presentation of internal and external communications, in various media, to increase conservation awareness of projects and general awareness of Chester Zoo's conservation activities
Facilitate and participate in field research to support an evidence based approach to field projects, and present research at relevant scientific/conservation conferences and events
Provide guidance, advice, training, and knowledge where required, to field conservation staff (UK and overseas) and members of other Chester Zoo departments to assist in their conservation related activities

The successful candidate will have:
An MSc or equivalent in a conservation related subject
Knowledge of ex-situ and in-situ conservation role of zoos
In depth and wide ranging knowledge of biodiversity conservation and good understanding of conservation theory
Field research skills and extensive experience in Latin America
Part of an established conservation network in Latin America
Experience travelling in tropical and developing countries
Excellent written and oral communications skills, and public speaking experience with region appropriate language skills
Strong proof reading and editing skills
An excellent level of computer literacy
Experience in publishing and presenting scientific material
Strong organisational skills
Experience of grant applications

Although based in the UK at Chester Zoo, this position will require frequent overseas travel.

The salary is £32,639.05 per annum based on 40 hours per week. In addition we offer a range of amazing benefits.

To apply for this position, please click here https://www.chesterzoo.org/footer/careers to provide your current CV and complete the application form highlighting your skills and experience including why you should be considered for our Field Programme Coordinator, Latin America role.

Closing date for applications is 12th January 2018.

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Voluntariado remunerado en el Museo de Zoología de Vilna

Lugar: Vilna (Lituania)
Fecha de inicio: Junio 2018
Duración: 10 meses

Nombre del proyecto: Vilniaus universiteto botanikos sodas

Proyecto de Servicio de Voluntariado Europeo para un joven de entre 18 y 30 años de nacionalidad/residencia española. Están todos los gastos cubiertos: gastos de viaje, alojamiento, manutención, dinero de bolsillo, seguro médico y de accidentes y curso de idioma.

Museo de Zología

El Museo de Zoología de la Universidad de Vilna es el Museo de Zoología más antiguo de Lituania. El 15 de marzo de 2016, el nuevo edificio del Centro de Ciencias de la Vida de la Universidad de Vilna, gracias a los esfuerzos del profesor J. R. Lazutka, abrió sus puertas. El Centro ha sido nominado como el mejor objeto cultural en 2017 por la prestigiosa revista de arquitectura ArchDaily. Podría decirse que la criatura más famosa del Centro es el Museo de Zoología VU de 400 metros cuadrados, diseñado por los arquitectos I. Pieslikaitė y D. Skrupskelienė. El edificio es nuevo, moderno, cómodo, equipado con tecnologías y herramientas modernas. El Museo de Zoología tiene más de 70.000 especies y exhibe alrededor de 4.000 animales. La exposición presenta animales de todo el mundo y animales prehistóricos que una vez vivieron en Lituania. El Museo pertenece al Instituto de Biociencias, donde la comunidad está compuesta por estudiantes, científicos, profesores y otro personal.
El museo está situado en la periferia de Vilna (a unos 7 kilómetros del centro de la ciudad). Es fácilmente accesible en transporte público. El viaje dura aproximadamente 13 minutos desde el centro de la ciudad. El siguiente edificio del Life Science Center es VU Library Scholarly Communication and Information Center, que cuenta con una biblioteca moderna, se encuentra cerca de VU Health and Sport Center con salas de deportes y baile y un campo de deportes.
Los principales valores de la comunidad del Museo son la creatividad, el respeto, la responsabilidad y la diligencia. El voluntario tendrá la oportunidad de trabajar con una combinación de tres áreas temáticas: biociencias, arte y ciencias sociales. Las actividades rutinarias del museo incluyen agrupamiento formal e identificación de animales, inventario e ingreso de datos a la base de datos y una amplia gama de actividades extracurriculares (actividad de proyecto) que involucran fotografía, diseño, arte, medios (publicidad, cine, radiodifusión o foros de internet, juegos y etc.).

Tareas del voluntario

El voluntario tendrá un rol proactivo, ayudando al personal del equipo del Museo en el trabajo de inventario e ingreso de información en la base de datos de las colecciones científicas. Además, el voluntario podría llevar a cabo proyectos individuales, por ejemplo, podría crear una exposición virtual de un grupo de animales seleccionado.

Hay muchas actividades organizadas para los visitantes del Museo; por lo que el voluntario se podrá unir a los educadores para crear actividades o excursiones en su propio idioma para niños o grupos de adultos. El personal del Museo quiere involucrar a voluntarios internacionales en la comunidad para que sean abiertos y también para alentar las actividades de voluntariado entre los estudiantes en el Centro y fuera de él.

Fomentar los valores de la tolerancia, la responsabilidad, la diversión y el voluntariado en sí. Se espera la ayuda de voluntarios en los siguientes campos:
Ser un ayudante de los científicos en la agrupación de material científico (Vertebrados o Invertebrados); •
Cuidado del material científico después de la fijación primaria en el momento en que deben prepararse para el almacenamiento a largo plazo;
Ayudar al personal del Museo en el inventario, la documentación, la digitalización y el ingreso de datos a la base de datos del Museo y al Sistema Integrado de Información
Ayudar a crear dinámicas de ocupación de actividades de tiempo libre para los visitantes del VU Zoological Museum, a través de la realización de juegos y trabajos grupales, conversaciones temáticas, tareas prácticas o proyectos;
Ayudar a organizar proyectos sociales y comunicados de prensa sobre el animal seleccionado o la historia del Museo, etc. para el público: desde la generación de ideas hasta la implementación del evento.
Ser un ayudante en el diseño de la exhibición, creación de audio / video.
Alentar al personal del Museo a aprender idiomas: ser un ejemplo vivo de la diversidad de idiomas y enseñar de manera informal algún idioma nativo del voluntario, así como también participar en la enseñanza de otros idiomas (inglés, alemán, polaco). , Letón o ruso).

Pérfil del voluntario

El voluntario debe estar altamente motivado, dispuesto a asumir nuevos desafíos y abierto a trabajar con personas de todos los orígenes y culturas, dinámico, versátil, de buen humor, flexible y con iniciativa. Dispuesto a asumir nuevos desafíos, con capacidad para gestionar y resolver tareas laborales de una manera creativa; entusiasta de participar en el proyecto; maduro para trabajar y relacionarse con el personal del Museo y dispuestos a desarrollar nuevas actividades con sentido de responsabilidad. Si tiene experiencia en museos o trabajos científicos (biología) o de diseño artístico o en medios de comunicación será una ventaja.

Más información: http://www.zoo.muziejus.vu.lt

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Si quieres participar en este EVS, manda tu carta de motivación y CV en inglés lo antes posible a evs@all2help.org poniendo en el asunto el nombre del proyecto . En la carta debes incluir "My sending organization is all2help, PIC912693662 contact paulina@all2help.org". Mandar la documentación antes del 16 de mayo.


Si quieres saber más de ésta o de cualquier otra acción de Servicio de Voluntariado Europeo (SVE) envía un correo a info@all2help.org.

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Una veintena de plazas de investigador en el Kunming Institute of Zoology (KIZ) (China)

High-Level Recruitment of Principal Investigators and Technology Leaders

The Kunming Institute of Zoology (KIZ), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), was established in 1959. Today, KIZ has grown into the home of nearly 800 faculty members and graduate students, organized into 36 research groups. Faculty members include one academician of CAS, 10 recipients of the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars, four “1000 Young Talent Plan” scholars, and 20 recipients of the CAS Hundred Talents Program. The institute houses five national, CAS, or provincial key laboratories. It also has many other research facilities and resources, including: the Kunming Primate Research Center, housing seven species, more than 2,500 nonhuman primates and other laboratory animals, such as tree shrews; the Kunming Regional Center for Large-Scale Biodiversity Equipment, which features cutting-edge systems and equipment that worth 210 million RMB; and the Kunming Natural History Museum of Zoology, displaying over 700,000 animal specimens to the public.
To meet national strategic and regional development needs, the institute leverages the unique and diverse biological resources in southwestern China and Southeast Asia, and formed three main research priorities: (I) Evolutionary genetics and developmental biology; (II) Conservation and utilization of biodiversity resources; and (III) Major disease mechanisms and nonhuman primate (NHP) models. The research will not only advance our knowledge, but will also provide theoretical and technical support to national and local scientific and technological innovation and economic development.
During the 13th Five Year Plan, under the new scientific and technological development and reform, the institute proposed establishing a CAS Center of Excellence in Evolutionary Biology based on the ongoing CAS Strategic Priority Research Program (B) on Evolutionary Analysis and Functional Regulation of Animal Complex Traits. In addition, taking advantage of the excellent research on NHP models and genome analysis, KIZ will establish a National Mega Research Facility for Phenotypic and Genotypic Analysis of Model Animals (Primates).
KIZ is seeking principal investigators (PI), technology leaders and highly qualified scientists interested in the following research fields: evolutionary analysis and functional regulation of complex animal traits, NHP models and major disease mechanisms, cultivation of genetic resources of domestic and wild animals, conservation and utilization of biodiversity resources, peptide molecular probe and drug candidates, tumor and stem cells, aging mechanisms and animal models, and phenotypic and genotypic analysis of NHP. We will focus on the three key research priorities to recruit and support highly qualified scholars to form an internationally recognized biological research institute, achieving exciting scientific achievements. For more detailed information, please visit our website: http://english.kiz.cas.cn/.

1. Title: Academic leaders
Positions: 1
Research Focus / Responsibilities: Undertake animal phenotypic and genotypic analysis as part of the CAS Strategic Priority Research Program (B). Make strategic decisions and lead the research team to achieve important innovations.
2. Title: PI (Animal Models & Human Disease Mechanisms)
Positions: 3
Research Focus / Responsibilities: Conduct research on the application of non-human primate models to a variety of human diseases, including neuropsychiatric diseases, and/or immunological/viral infections.
3. Title: PI (Phenotypic and Genetic Research of Model Animals)
Positions: 4-6
Research Focus / Responsibilities: Systematically and accurately describe the characteristics of life based on imaging, behavior, physiology, metabolic features and aging characteristics. Comprehensively analyze the genetic information of genomes, transcriptomes and epigenetics to establish phenotypic and genotypic responses to environmental changes, and to describe the regulation laws and reveal the principles of life activity. The Tech-leader will focus on the construction, operational management, and technological development of the National Mega Research Facility for Phenotypic and Genotypic Analysis of Model Animals (Primates).
4. Title: TL (Laboratory Animal Science)
Positions: 1-2
Research Focus / Responsibilities: Undertake research on and provide technical support for laboratory applications of non-human primates, with special emphasis on the development of tree shrew lines.
5. Title: PI (Research and Application of Stem Cells and transgenic animals technique)
Positions: 2
Research Focus / Responsibilities: Use animal models (especially non-human primates) to conduct basic research on the application of stem cells, pharmacodynamics, and preclinical safety evaluations; R&D of transgenic animal techniques.
6. Title: PI (Genomics, Gene Evolution)
Positions: 2
Research Focus / Responsibilities: Use key species and organisms to conduct research on a broad array of topics related to genetics and evolution, such as: adaptation, regulatory networks, gene family structure and function, origin and evolution of the genome, formation mechanism and evolution regularity of the gene, gene families, and genome structure and function in biological evolution.
7. Title: PI (Genetic Resources and Evolution and/or Bioinformatics and Systematic Biology)
Positions: 2
Research Focus / Responsibilities: Conduct research on the formation, maintenance, and evolution of genetic resources via bioinformatics, computational biology or systems biology, with special emphasis on 1) biodiversity and conservation of rare species, or 2) genetic resources of wild and domesticated animals as well as the evolution of domestication and key domesticated species.
8. Title: PI (Developmental Mechanisms of Animal Adaptive Evolution)
Positions: 1-2
Research Focus / Responsibilities: Work at the interface of developmental and evolutionary biology to study the developmental mechanisms of the origin and evolution of important phenotypic traits using representative animal models.
9. Title: PI (Basic Research and Breeding of Domestic Animals)
Positions: 1
Research Focus / Responsibilities: Conduct research on basic exploration and breeding of domestic animals
10. Title: PI (Zoology)
Positions: 3-4
Research Focus / Responsibilities: Conduct research on animal classification, communities, evolution of population ecology and protection of biodiversity. Carry out research on the rescue of rare and endangered species, as well as sustainable utilization. Conduct systematic investigation on key animal populations and research conservation genetics.
11. Title: PI (Peptides, Molecular Probes and Drug Candidates)
Positions: 2
Research Focus / Responsibilities: Explore the structure, function and features of bio-active peptides from natural resources to study disease mechanisms and develop drugs; with an emphasis on bio-prospecting, ion channels, receptors and drug development.

Qualifications
Successful applicants will have at least three years of continuous, overseas postdoctoral research experience. Domestic applicants should have held assistant professorship or above. Those with high-impact publications on high-quality international journals or hold patents are preferred.

Salary and Support
(a) Startup Funds: 2 million RMB for starting PIs/TLs, 2.5 million RMB for PIs/TLs who already have associate professor rank overseas, and 3 million RMB for PIs/TLs who already have full professorship overseas. Additional support will be available for those entering certain key laboratories. Laboratory/office space of 100-200 square meters will be provided.
(b) Housing Subsidy: 500,000~2,000,000 RMB towards the purchase of a home or apartment in Yunnan, China. Temporary housing will be provided to assist with relocation.
© Annual Salary: no less than 300,000 RMB. For highly qualified applicants, salary and support will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.
(d) Retirement and Healthcare: Domestic retirement and healthcare plans are available to all staff of the Kunming Institute of Zoology. Other plans can be privately purchased abroad or within China.
(e) Assist with job seeking for spouses and schooling for dependent children.
(f) Active assistance with the application of other talent programs, which will offer additional research funding and compensation support. Once admitted, the successful applicants will enjoy the personal allocation in accordance with relevant provisions.

How to apply
Interested applicants should submit the following materials electronically to Yao Zhihong, noting the positions applied and research areas.

1. A Curriculum Vitae, listing detailed educational background and work experience and contact information;
2. Copies of ID card or passport information page, PhD diploma, employment proof, as well as any additional materials the applicant considers relevant;
3. A comprehensive list of research output, including, but not limited to, scientific publications, PDFs of three to five representative publications, patents, relevant honors, and other related documents indicative of the applicant’s scientific research capabilities. For all publications, please indicate the corresponding author, chief writer and/or primary inventor;
4. Names and full contact information of three referees.

Contact Information
Mrs. Yao Zhihong
Telephone: +86 871 65190369
Fax: +86 871 65199941
Email: yaozhihong@mail.kiz.ac.cn
Website: http://english.kiz.cas.cn/CR/

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