[Update: Due to the no. of applications we received for the position, the deadline has been brought forward to 30 April.]
Information for applications for available job position:
Advertised: 21 April 2021
Position: Research Assistant
Closing Date for applications to reach the NSS Office: 30 Apr 2021
Work Type: Contract (Part-time)
About Nature Society (Singapore) (NSS):
The Nature Society (Singapore) or NSS is a non-government,
non-profit organisation dedicated to the appreciation, conservation, study, and
enjoyment of the natural heritage in Singapore, Malaysia, and the surrounding
region. It is a registered society in Singapore under the Societies Act, Cap.
311, and an Institution of a Public Character (Unique Entity Number:
S61SS0142H).
NSS is one
of Singapore's oldest non-government organisations. Inaugurated in 1954 as the Singapore
branch of the Malayan Nature Society, it became the Nature Society (Singapore)
in 1991. For over half a century, NSS was
the lone voice speaking for Singapore's natural heritage treasures – a
foundation pillar supporting civil society in Singapore.
NSS is run by its active
members, and depends financially on
subscriptions from all its members as well as donations from companies,
institutions, and individuals.
Visit this link to find out more about our mission, what we do, and what
we have achieved to date.
Secretariat:
NSS operates from an office at 510 Geylang Road, #02-05 The
Sunflower, Singapore 389466, and at present employs three full-time staff.
About the Vertebrate Study Group
The Nature Society (Singapore) Vertebrate Study Group
is a relatively young
special interest group of the Nature Society (Singapore). It was formed in 1993
by a few members with a shared interest in the higher animals.
Vertebrates are animals with back-bones and comprise mammals, birds,
reptiles, amphibians and fish. However, as birds and marine fish are covered by
other special interest groups within the society, the Vertebrate Study Group
primarily covers the remaining vertebrates - mammals, reptiles, amphibian and
freshwater fish. Thus, this special interest group is vital in removing any
bias in the study of our fauna.
The primary goal of this group lies in the research and field studies of
vertebrates locally, as well as in the surrounding region. We firmly believe
that in order to better understand, conserve and protect our native fauna,
updated data is a prerequisite. To date, we have carried out detailed and
initial field studies at Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Central Catchment Nature
Reserve, Pulau Ubin, Pulau Tekong, Pulau Besar, Sentosa, Khatib Bongsu and
Sungei Mandai Mangrove as well as at Pulau Bintan, Indonesia and Panti forest
Reserve, Malaysia. Study reports have been or are being prepared for all these
localities.
Position Details
The Nature Society (Singapore) Vertebrate Study Group
seeks a part-time research assistant to geo-reference records of sightings and
roadkills of the Sunda Pangolin across Singapore.
Duties & Responsibilities:
The successful applicant will be assisting and working with the appointed supervisor from our Vertebrate Study Group for the completion of this study. Duties include but not limited to:
· Assist
with the collation of pangolin records from the society, institutions, and
relevant authorities.
· Geo-reference
records and use geographic information system (GIS) to manage and map pangolin
records.
· Update stakeholders
on project progress and findings.
· Any adhoc
tasks as determined by the supervisor
Requirements:
· A
responsible individual who is familiar with Singapore, biodiversity and has some
knowledge about mapping.
· Adept at
the use of productivity software such as MS Office Suite and Google Workspace
(specific technical and on-the-job training will be provided).
· Have
access to a working computer with internet connection.
· Above 18
years old and able to work independently.
Remuneration:
This is a part-time position. An estimated commitment of 20
hours per week or equivalent over four months.
Remuneration rate: S$10 per hour
Application:
Applicants should send the following by 30 Apr 2021:
· Cover
Letter detailing their interest in the position.
· Curriculum
Vitae with contact and personal details, highlighting relevant education,
experiences, and skills.
· Two
references with full contact details of the referees.
· Email
to Ms. Bee Choo at bcngstrange@gmail.com
Please write “Application
for Research Assistant Position” on the email Subject line.