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Research Assistant + Divemaster Internship

Research Assistant + Divemaster Internship

This comprehensive three month training program provides all the necessary practical and theoretical training to prepare you for a professional career in marine conservation science. IMR Divemaster Trainees will acquire and expand on the knowledge of a Research Assistant by confidently leading underwater surveys, as brought by the knowledge and experience gained through the PADI Divemaster course. As an IMR Divemaster Trainee, not only will you be ready to function in a research capacity, you will also learn the responsibilities, etiquette, priorities, knowledge and career guidance required to work as a dive professional. This is an immersive experience for motivated individuals that wish to change careers, or are serious about significantly boosting their employment prospects as a professional diver and marine conservation scientist.

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Skills Acquired

  • PADI Divemaster certification
  • Intimate knowledge of coral reef ecosystems and processes
  • Intimate knowledge on Indo-Pacific coral, fish, benthic, invertebrate and disease identification
  • Underwater field training in 3-Dimensional reef modelling, diver operated Stereo Video System (SVS), benthic assays, and reef impact protocols (coral bleaching, coral disease, drupella spp., and crown of thorns starfish outbreaks
  • Data analysis of images using the most up to date software systems (ReefCloud, EventMeasure, RealityCapture, AgiSoft MetaShape, Gwyddion and ImageJ)
  • Leadership experience within a Non-Profit NGO
  • Experience working with Marine Scientists in a professional environment
  • Experience realising, teaching, and cultivating innovative research techniques
  • Experience leading underwater training and research dives
  • Data processing, statistical and analytical skills
  • Communicate science through community outreach activities
  • Career guidance and job placement training
  • Minimum 18 years old.
  • Medically evaluated and cleared for diving by a physician within 12 months.
  • PADI Rescue Diver + Emergency First Responder
  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Marine Science (or equivalent) is preferable but not essential.
  • Minimum 3-month commitment.
Institute for Marine research interns doing job in dauin, dive, marine research job Philippines instructor development training training
  • Divemaster training + crew pack
  • 10 day coral reef ecology & physiology lecture series
  • Workshops on Indo-Pacific coral, fish, benthic, invertebrate and disease identification
  • Underwater field training in 3-Dimensional reef modelling, diver operated Stereo Video System (SVS), benthic assays, and reef impact protocols (coral bleaching, coral disease, drupella spp. and crown of thorns starfish outbreaks
  • Data analysis of images using the most up to date software systems (ReefCloud, EventMeasure, RealityCapture, AgiSoft Metashape, Gwyddion and ImageJ)
  • Marine sanctuary fees
  • SCUBA equipment (tanks, weight belt and weights only)
  • All necessary field equipment
  • 24hr in-country support
  • 3x meals Monday to Saturday
  • Accommodation
  • 24hr internet access
  • Airport / ferry pick-up from Dumaguete
Institute for Marine research interns doing job in dauin, dive, marine research job Philippines instructor development training training

All prices are marked in Philippine pesos

Price
₱324,000 (₱108,000 per month)
Institute for Marine research interns doing job in dauin, dive, marine research job Philippines instructor development training training
  • Flights
  • Visa (beyond 30 days)
  • Travel and Diving Insurance
  • SCUBA equipment (gear hire available)
  • Additional drinks and excursions
  • Recreational dives (available on Sundays)
  • PADI Divemaster PIC
Institute for Marine research interns doing job in dauin, dive, marine research job Philippines instructor development training training

Course Dates

1st February

28th April

1st March

28th May

1st April

28th June

1st May

28th July

1st June

28th August

1st July

28th September

1st August

28th October

1st September

28th November

1st October

28th December

1st November

28th January

Additional Courses

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Research Fellow

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