We are seeking Research Assistants
Elephants shape forests through foraging, yet their impact on climate mitigation remains unclear. Through this study, we aim to map how their diets influence carbon levels and identify human-elephant conflict drivers and conflict hotspots.
We are currently seeking motivated Research Assistants for to contribute to this project across in Ghana's elephant protected areas.
Research Objectives
1. Evaluate elephant contributions to carbon dynamics.
2. Compare population sensitivities to habitat changes.
3. Examine conflict patterns across land uses.
Sub-Projects (for BSc/MSc theses):
1. Distribution, density, demographics (camera traps, dung counts).
2. Feeding preferences, diet (dung DNA, observations).
3. Vegetation surveys, plant traits (transects, databases).
4. Seed dispersal, carbon value (dung processing).
5. Human-elephant conflict data (community surveys).
Skills Gained
Fieldwork, molecular techniques, surveys, R analysis, GIS, behavioral tools, scientific communication.
Duration
1.5–3 months.
Candidates
- 3rd/4th-year undergrads in ecology/wildlife (Ghanaian unis).
- Recent BSc grads (Ghanaian).
- Current MSc students (local/international).
Apply by Oct 18, 2025 to research@beheco.org:
- Undergrads/MSc: 1-page motivation letter, CV, supervisor letter. Specify 1–2 sub-projects.
- BSc grads: 2-page motivation letter (incl. thesis abstract), CV. Specify 1–2 sub-projects.
Call - Research Assistantship Opportunity.pdfContact info@beheco.org for all queries.
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