Volunteer: Guardians of the Rainforest: Join the Fight for Biodiversity as a Research Assistant - #184204

Location: Amazon or Atlantic Forest, Brazil

Duration: Minimum 1 week

Start Dates: Project is on-going, and you can join at any time, depending upon availability. Placements start each Monday

Cost: 500 GBP per week

Includes: All food, accommodation, orientation 24/7 support and all project related activities

Does not Include: flights, travel insurance, visas and vaccinations

Fee Includes: all food, accommodation, pre-departure + in-country support, orientation and all project related activities

Does not Include: flights, travel insurance, personal spending, visas and vaccinations

Please note: This opportunity is designed to give you the contacts and experience to help further your career. You are not replacing any member of staff, but helping alongside them, whilst learning new skills. Simply click the APPLY Button to submit your application, and ask as many questions as you need.

Introduction

Calling all professionals seeking a purpose-driven career change! Join our non-profit organization to promote environmental education and scientific research in Brazil's diverse ecosystems. Contribute to the establishment of five reserves and research centers across major biomes, starting with our projects in the Amazon and Atlantic Forest. Make a lasting impact by empowering society to make informed choices about environmental issues while advancing your career in an exciting and rewarding field that celebrates conservation, sustainability, and Brazil's rich natural heritage.

Our non-profit organization is committed to driving environmental education and scientific research on biodiversity, ecology, and species behavior in Brazilian ecosystems. By connecting scientific findings with the public, we enable informed decision-making and foster a society that values and protects the environment.

We integrate research and education through tailored infrastructure, promoting academic studies and providing visitors with opportunities to learn about native species. Our research emphasizes educational outputs, such as producing eBooks, to deepen public understanding and appreciation of nature.

Additionally, we prioritize the conservation, management, and sustainable use of natural resources while supporting regional eco-tourism and cultural initiatives. Our ultimate vision is to establish five research centers across Brazil's major biomes, ensuring a lasting impact on the country's unique ecosystems. Join us in making a difference by participating in our ongoing projects in the Amazon and Atlantic Forest, where you can contribute to a sustainable future for Brazil's treasured environments.

Daily Life

As an Biodiversity Research Assistant, you'll engage in diverse group activities centered on long-term field research. Your responsibilities will encompass:

• Tree Inventory: Mark and measure tree species to analyze biodiversity and forest health, essential for parrot release and monitoring.
• Garden Day: Aid in gardening, construction, and reserve maintenance tasks, including weeding, trail clearing, removing exotic plants, and planting seedlings.
• Mushroom Inventory: Seek and identify new mushroom species, collect spore prints, and search for bioluminescent mushrooms at night.
• Bird Inventory: Actively search for birds to document presence, abundance, distribution, and seasonality.
• Mammal Monitoring: Sort camera footage, organize photos, and identify mammals for diversity and distribution analysis.
• Fish Inventory: Classify fish species, examine microhabitats, and gather river data.
• Reforestation: Enrich release center areas with fruit trees to support birds in early release stages.
• Invasive Species Removal: Clear exotic plants and weeds to promote reforestation and native fruit tree survival.