07/11/2017
I was presented with this opportunity today. I am not in a position to be away for that length of time. If anyone is interested, get your application in.
We are looking for an experienced UAV pilot to be part of our EU BEST research project cruise to South Georgia and S**g Rocks, departing from Stanley (Falkland Islands) on 22 January 2018 for four weeks. The work will be focused on collection of overhead images, photogrammetry measurements and microbiome samples from southern right whales using APH-22 and Inspire drones. The research platform will be RV Song of the Whale [http://www.marineconservationresearch.co.uk/rv-song-of-the-whale/].
Applications will only be considered from certified UAV pilots who have over 15 hours flight experience on the APH-22 and are experienced in the setting up and deployment of drones for cetacean work. Evidence of pilot training (school and in field) and certification must be supplied. Pilots must also have demonstrated experience safely operating in close proximity to humans, vessels and animals. Additionally, more general cetacean field survey experience is required, particularly from sailing vessels. Experience of troubleshooting drone equipment in the field and of sailing on small yachts is also advantageous. Please provide a quote for costs per day and CV demonstrating suitability for the requirements set out above.
Application deadline Monday 17th July 2017.
Thanks and best wishes,
Jen
Dr Jen Jackson
Molecular Geneticist
British Antarctic Survey
High Cross
Madingley Road
Cambridge CB3 0ET
Tel +44- 1223-221358
R.V. Song of the Whale is a purpose-built 21 metre research vessel suited to work in both coastal and offshore environments. Approved by Lloyd’s Register under the Special Service Craft Rules as Service Group 6 (unrestricted service) and with an MCA Category 0 rating, Song of the Whale can operate i...