The Post-Doctoral Associate oversees research projects and performs a variety of assigned research and diagnostic activities, while completing post-doctoral training in a specialized area of scientific research. This position reports to Scientist level or higher in the Conservation Science & Wildlife Health department.

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WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Oversee assigned research projects.

• Collect, process, and enters research data.

• Perform experiments and measurements.

• Interpret and analyze research results and revises procedures as necessary.

• Establish and maintain databases.

• Document research methodology and results.

• Prepare progress reports.

• Conduct and oversee investigations of study subjects.

 WWT’s Conservation Evidence Department is seeking a scientist to deliver research that investigates the effects of urban river and floodplain interventions, primarily on ecological communities, but also on hydrological functioning, water quality and geomorphology. WWT already have some data in-hand, with more to be collected by the successful candidate. WWT will present the findings in reports but also seek to publish peer reviewed papers and communicate the findings at conferences.

The role has arisen because of WWT’s involvement in Project Sponge (Slough) and Community Bluescapes (Richmond in London) projects. In these projects, WWT is working with Richmond Borough and Slough Councils and other local partners to deliver innovative, nature-based flood alleviation initiatives that are already underway, aiming to future-proof neighbourhoods against the impacts of climate change.

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The role will sit within the Conservation Evidence department which is a vibrant, friendly and multidisciplinary team of passionate scientists. Above all, we have impact: our research diagnoses problems and identifies solutions, and in doing so we shape policy and action for global wetland conservation. We work in collaboration with government, NGOs and academic partners, and a number of PhD students, across the UK and overseas.

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This is a full time, fixed-term contract until 31st March 2027, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. 

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Deadline: December 10

 The Enrichment Officer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating enrichment programmes that enhance the welfare and natural behaviours of all animals in the Singapore Oceanarium. This hands-on role is crucial in upholding the highest standards of animal welfare. The officer will work closely with animal care teams to ensure that enrichment activities promote the physical and psychological wellbeing of our aquatic animals.

 Essential Job Functions:

• Develop and maintain welfare-based assessment and enrichment programs, create tools, forms and policies, to fulfill AZA and USDA standards. 

• Oversee the implementation of the welfare and enrichment programs in areas with animals

• Work collaboratively with all animal areas and management to facilitate appropriate response to enrichment assessments, welfare assessments and concerns and improve animal wellbeing.

The Curator of International Conservation Center (ICC) is responsible for overseeing the animal collection at the zoo’s 1,000-acre International Conservation Center located in Somerset, Pennsylvania. The Curator of ICC is responsible for all aspects of the International Conservation Center’s animal programs and will serve as the center’s elephant manager.

Responsibilities include the daily oversight of a breeding herd of 2.7 African elephants and preparing and maintaining records including all aspects of elephant management. Other critical responsibilities include training, monitoring, and mentoring staff as well as participating when needed in the care of elephants to meet the long-term goals of the International Conservation Center’s elephant programs, as well as those of the other animals at ICC.

The current collection at the ICC includes elephants, bison, Bactrian camels and Allegheny Wood Rats. There are plans to add additional species to the collection over the next several years.

We are seeking a highly skilled and qualified veterinary professional with a passion for animal welfare and conservation. You will provide expert advice and oversight on animal welfare practices, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations, accreditation standards, and Perth Zoo’s strategic objectives.

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About the Role:

• Animal Welfare Leadership: Provide specialist advice on animal welfare, ethics, and compliance, ensuring adherence to the Animal Welfare Act 2002, the Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes, and ZAA accreditation standards.

• Veterinary Expertise: Apply veterinary knowledge to assess and enhance animal welfare outcomes, including participation in ethical review processes and welfare audits.

• Policy and Standards Development: Lead the development and implementation of animal welfare policies, SOPs, and monitoring frameworks to maintain best practice standards.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal teams, regulatory bodies, and external partners to promote animal welfare excellence and continuous improvement.

• Training and Education: Support staff capability by delivering training and guidance on welfare compliance and ethical practices.

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Deadline: November 25

Join the Columbus Zoo Family of Parks and support the Columbus Center for Wildlife Conservation (CCWC) in advancing impactful conservation initiatives. This role plays a vital part in building partnerships, engaging communities, and driving measurable outcomes for wildlife conservation.

Responsible for the coordination and maintenance of local, national, and international conservation programs including stewarding relationships with partners. 

The Coral Species Survival Manager will collaborate closely with the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) Species Survival Commission’s (SSC) Coral Specialist Group, The Florida Aquarium’s (TFA) Coral Conservation Program, relevant government and non-governmental organization (NGO) stakeholders, and the broader conservation community. The primary goal of this position is to coordinate the IUCN Assess-Plan-Act model, which includes assessing extinction risk, identifying conservation needs, planning effective and coordinated measures, and mobilizing action to protect coral species. This role will significantly enhance understanding of the global conservation needs of corals and will serve as a vital foundation for prioritizing conservation efforts, facilitating essential actions, and implementing policies designed to protect these species.

The Research Associate I performs assigned laboratory, wildlife/plant care, field duties and/or training initiatives in support of a variety of research, endangered species propagation, and/or community initiatives. The position reports to a Supervisor level or higher in the Conservation Science Department.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Perform a variety of laboratory, diagnostic, wildlife care, and/or field duties, depending on the assignment.

• Collect, collate, maintain, process, and analyze records relevant to current projects (e.g., data and biological samples).

• Collect, record and analyze data utilizing spreadsheet and database systems.

• Document, file, and maintain records.

• Conduct a variety of assigned research, husbandry, and training activities.

• Work with team of administrative assistant to maintain supply inventories and prepare purchase requisitions.

• Ensure laboratory, wildlife/plant care, and field equipment are properly maintained and calibrated and coordinates repairs and maintenance of equipment and facilities with administrative assistant.

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The Population Sustainability team at the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance has an opening for a full-time, 3-year Post Doctoral Associate in quantitative ecology to assess key population dynamics questions across three species that can be identified to the level of the individual from photographic methods: African leopard (Panthera pardus pardus), reticulated giraffe (Giraffa reticulata), and Andean bear (Tremarctos ornatus). The Fellow will have access to a combined 20+ years of sorted camera trap data across the three programs and will be expected to lead analyses and publications on population density, population dynamics, and habitat associations. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Ecology, Mathematical Biology, Wildlife Conservation and Management, or similar field of study, with very strong analytical and quantitative skills. Applicants should have a proven record of population modeling, including spatial capture-recapture models, ideally for closed and open populations, as well as multi-species occupancy models. Advanced knowledge of R and Bayesian modeling (e.g. JAGS or NIMBLE) is required. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a strong record of collaborative research and productivity, be familiar with endangered species conservation, and have demonstrated ability to analyze large datasets to parameterize population models. The Fellow will have opportunities to design and implement field protocols for population models, including the use of cameras and DNA from passive collections, as well as advance new statistical approaches. In this effort, the Fellow will work with a multidisciplinary team within Conservation Science, including population and behavioral ecologists, conservation geneticists, and computer science engineers, as well as a diverse collaborative network of field teams in both Kenya and Peru.

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White Oak conserves and sustains some of the earth's rarest wild animals through innovative training, research, education, and conservation breeding programs that contribute to the survival of wildlife in nature.  The conservation programs span 600 acres along the St. Mary’s River in northeast Florida, surrounded by 17,000 acres of mixed forest and wetlands that make up the beautiful White Oak property.  Founded in 1982, White Oak leads professional efforts to improve veterinary care, develop holistic animal management techniques, and better understand the biology of critically endangered species by providing excellent care and managing conservation programs for over 30 species of imperiled wildlife in large, naturalistic habitats.      

Position Purpose: 

The Conservation and Recovery Specialist will work as part of the White Oak team to maintain exceptional standards of animal care and facility management, focusing on White Oak’s species recovery programs. The goal is to support and expand these programs to achieve conservation targets, including assisting with restoration of populations such as the whooping crane, Mississippi sandhill crane, Florida grasshopper sparrow, and American red wolf through rearing and release initiatives. While the primary focus of this position is avian recovery programs, it also involves work with other taxa, including carnivores and potentially amphibians. Experience with passerines and/or canids is preferred.

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​Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is seeking a skilled collaborator and leader to take our conservation program to the next level. The Conservation Curator role will lead transformative conservation programs, represent our mission on local and global stages, and collaborate with dedicated teams within and beyond the Zoo. By fostering innovation and building connections, the Conservation Curator will help shape the future of conservation and empower others to join in this important work.

The ideal candidate is a passionate conservation professional with strong leadership, communication, and program management skills, capable of advancing impactful conservation initiatives locally and globally. They are a strategic thinker and relationship-builder who can manage funds with precision, inspire diverse audiences, and represent the Zoo as a leader in conservation.

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