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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">The Alliance for a Sustainable Amazon (ASA), a non-profit organization working in the southeastern Peruvian Amazon, is pleased to announce the position
of Resident Naturalist beginning in June, 2017. The successful applicant will be based at the ASA’s field site in Peru’s Madre de Dios Department.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">POSITION:
</span><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Resident Naturalist</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">LOCATION:
</span><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Madre de Dios, Peru</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">POSITION DURATION:
</span><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Minimum 6 months</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">START DATE:
</span><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">June 8, 2017</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">APPLICATION DEADLINE:
</span><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">April 8</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">WEBSITE:</span><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">
</span><a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.sustainableamazon.org&d=CwMF-g&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=tVAKMFPe3UCcsMWUFXo0FeX0xe1JUAj77B74DAI3DKI&m=rCv5hwhjvAYceEBKDD1FicL7OIUzzk1_YnjLDzLtNrk&s=0AQZ3m18M7z6Se8WLAHVKC2ahwBBumSIPpV29FoRJBU&e=" id="LPlnk932123" previewremoved="true"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">www.sustainableamazon.org</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">JOB DESCRIPTION</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Resident Naturalists (RNs) work closely with ASA academic faculty and staff to facilitate ongoing biological research and monitoring, sustainable
tropical agriculture, and community engagement and education programs at Finca Las Piedras, in Peru’s Madre de Dios Department. RNs are part of the public face of the ASA’s programs in Peru, and are part of a dynamic team of researchers, conservation and development
professionals, and students from around the world. In addition to assigned tasks, naturalists are encouraged to develop individual projects within their areas of interest, which may include anything from community service activities to biological or agricultural
research.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Biological Research and Monitoring</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">The ASA maintains a number of research and monitoring projects aimed at biodiversity conservation in the southeastern Peruvian Amazon. These include
mammal, bird, and insect inventories and population monitoring, plant phenology, and rain forest dynamics plots, among others. RNs assist project leaders in data collection and entry, experimental design and setup, etc., as needed. Naturalists will also have
the opportunity to assist visiting researchers when required. </span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Sustainable Tropical Agriculture</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Activities at Finca Las Piedras include a variety of experiments in organic agriculture, the use of compost and biochar, and research into the sustainable
harvest of Brazil nuts, among others. RNs will assist in these as needed.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Community Engagement and Education</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Naturalists will also assist ASA faculty and staff in a number of ongoing programs both at Finca Las Piedras and in Monterrey and Planchon, the nearest
local communities to the field site. Activities at Finca Las Piedras include volunteer and internship programs; in the communities RNs will assist in educational visits to schools, as well as a variety of outreach programs.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Social Media</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Resident Naturalists contribute to outreach efforts on social media. Naturalists are required to create material for distribution across a variety
of platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and regular blog posts.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">General Duties</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">In addition to the duties mentioned above, Naturalists will contribute to day-to-day operations and basic facilities maintenance. General duties may
include, but are not limited to: Daily weather station readings, Guide/interpret/translate guided natural history hikes, lead visits to local farms, group check-in and orientation, logistical support for academic programs.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">REQUIREMENTS</span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">
<li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Minimum 6 month commitment required</span></p>
</li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Minimum bachelor’s degree in natural or environmental sciences or related field</span></p>
</li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Fluency in English (required)</span></p>
</li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">At least basic Spanish (preferred)</span></p>
</li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Experience working/living abroad, especially in the tropics (preferred)</span></p>
</li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Teaching experience (preferred)</span></p>
</li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Enthusiasm and strong work ethic</span></p>
</li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Flexibility in schedule and work environment</span></p>
</li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Maturity/must live with and work well with others in close setting</span></p>
</li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Excellent physical condition</span></p>
</li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Traveler’s insurance (proof required upon acceptance)</span></p>
</li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">CPR/first aid certification (proof required upon acceptance)</span></p>
</li></ul>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">TRAINING</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Upon arrival at Finca Las Piedras, Resident Naturalists undergo an intensive, one-week training period. Naturalists are given an overview of current
projects spanning the ASA’s three interrelated focal areas: biological research and monitoring, sustainable tropical agriculture, and community engagement and education, as well as the methodologies used for research and outreach work in these areas. Naturalists
will also be trained informally throughout the duration of their term at Finca Las Piedras.
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">COMPENSATION</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">This is an
</span><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">unpaid </span><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">position. However, all room and board is provided on-site at Finca Las Piedras, 7 days per week, for the duration of the appointment (although work is only
required M-F; approximate value $1,000/month). Work-related local transportation, including pickup from the Puerto Maldonado airport (PEM) or bus terminal, is covered. Resident Naturalists are responsible for their international flight to Peru, including airfare,
taxes, airport fees, flight insurance, etc.), and domestic air or land travel to Puerto Maldonado (bus or air).</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">HOW TO APPLY</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">The following are required to apply for this position:</span></p>
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<li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">A cover letter of interest, including end date (position begins June 8)</span></p>
</li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Current CV/resume with contact information for two references</span></p>
</li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline;">
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Most recent unofficial university transcript</span></p>
</li></ol>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Completed applications should include each of the three required items, and should be submitted as a single PDF document, in the order listed above,
by the application deadline (</span><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">April 8)</span><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">. Document title should read: “last name”_”RN application”.pdf</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Send completed applications to:
</span><a href="mailto:info@sustainableamazon.org"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">info@sustainableamazon.org</span></a><span style="vertical-align: baseline;"> with “Resident Naturalist application in the subject line.</span></p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Geoff Gallice, Ph.D.</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">President</span></p>
<p dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline;">Alliance for a Sustaina<font face="Times New Roman"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">ble Amazon</span></font></span></p>
<span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: "Times New Roman"; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A U.S. 501(c)3 charity</span></span><br>
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