Wildlife Disease Association Executive Manager

The WDA is seeking a part time (50-75%) executive manager to assist elected officers, Council, editors, and committees of WDA in the management of all Association business in a timely manner, including meeting coordination, financial management, journal publication and fund raising.  The incumbent will become familiar with the past business activities of the Association and will provide continuity to the transient memberships of Council and committees.  The incumbent will act as a liaison between the WDA and those the Association retains on contract. Among others, these include Allen Press, HighWire Press, conference facilities, and insurance companies. Most activities will be done in conjunction with, and assisting other volunteer WDA Committee members [e.g. membership, fund raising, planning conferences, organizing Council meetings, and assisting with development of budgets].  Applicants must either be a current or past member of WDA, must be willing and able to travel to annual WDA meetings and possibly elsewhere, and must have good communication skills (oral and written).  An annual salary, not to exceed $36,000, will be offered, and funds for office equipment/supplies and travel will be provided.  To apply, please submit a letter of intent, which includes your experiences that qualify you for this position, and a detailed curriculum vitae by March 1, 2010 to Carol Meteyer at the email listed below.  For more information: http://www.wildlifedisease.org/WDASeeksExecutiveManager.html

For additional questions, contact Carol Meteyer (cmeteyer@usgs.gov) 608-270-2462).

Veterinary Fellowship in Wildlife and Conservation Medicine
The Wildlife Center of Virginia

The Wildlife Center of Virginia is an internationally acclaimed teaching and research hospital for wildlife medicine.  The Wildlife Center’s veterinary program provides clinical care to 2,500 patients annually, has trained veterinary students and professional from every veterinary school in the U.S. and Canada and 35+ other countries, and is leading development of new strategies for wildlife disease surveillance. 

The Wildlife Center is currently accepting applications from experienced veterinarians wishing to pursue a two-year fellowship in wildlife and conservation medicine commencing June 1, 2010. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide state-of-the-art veterinary care to the Center’s 2,500 wildlife patients each year.  [Will require some overnight on-call responsibilities.] 
• Work closely with other veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and wildlife rehabilitators. 
• Play a leadership role in the management of the Wildlife Center’s clinical program, including supervising and mentoring other members of the staff.
• Play a leadership role in mentoring and providing professional development opportunities, experience, and training for a veterinary intern, fourth-year veterinary students, and others.   
• Assist in the development of new strategies for wildlife disease surveillance and response.
• Lead or assist in research projects that advance wildlife veterinary medicine. 
• Serve as a spokesperson for the Wildlife Center with the media, professional organizations, and wildlife rehabilitators. 

Qualifications:

• Must have a DVM [VMD] degree from an AVMA accredited veterinary school and be eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Clinical experience in wildlife medicine required.
• Strong preference given to candidates who are board certified or eligible for board certification in relevant fields.
• Post-doctoral training/graduate degree preferred.
• Supervisory and training experience required.
• Strong interest in wildlife and working with animals required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; team player with the ability to work independently
• Flexible with the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment
• Even tempered, ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Positive attitude and a sense of humor
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds

Duration of Employment: June 1st, 2010 – June 1st, 2012
Salary: Year 1 - $38,000; Year 2 - $42,000
Application Deadline: February 28th, 2010
For a full job description, please visit www.wildlifecenter.org under job openings.

TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter and résumé and list of 3 references to:

Office Manager
Wildlife Center of Virginia
Post Office Box 1557
Waynesboro, VA 22980

humanresources@wildlifecenter.org

Resident Veterinarian / Assistant Camp Manager Required

Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary requires a resident veterinarian as the current post holder is leaving after five years in the role. The veterinarian is responsible for the daily health and welfare of over 90 chimpanzees and also undertakes additional tasks to support the overall daily operation of the sanctuary.

Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary was established in 1995 by the Government of Sierra Leone, through the help of conservationist Bala Amarasekaran and the Conservation Society of Sierra Leone to rescue, care for and rehabilitate confiscated pets and orphaned or abandoned wild chimpanzees. It plays a vital role in conserving and protecting chimpanzees in the wild through education, communication and legal
enforcement. Tacugama is located 30 minutes from Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone, in West Africa.

The role of the veterinarian will include overall observation and management of chimpanzee health following standard operating procedures. Responses to identified health problems are likely to include dispensing of medication, immobilizing chimps as necessary for treatment, implementation of disease prevention measures and attending to any medical emergencies. Health checks and close monitoring of newly rescued chimps may also be needed. Experience of post-mortem examination procedures and basic laboratory skills are required. Key responsibilities include the capture, filing and maintenance of daily data records and staff training.

The veterinarian also will act as assistant camp manager, helping with the overall operational management and smooth running of the sanctuary which includes staff management, general camp infrastructure monitoring, accounting and administration. The post reports to the Programme Director. He/she will have a strong role to play with respect to the on-going development of the project including fund raising, marketing and raising the profile of the sanctuary.
  
We are looking for an enthusiastic team player who possesses a recognised university degree in Veterinary Sciences.
Ideally you will:
- have a minimum of 5 years experience as a qualified veterinary practitioner
- have previous experience working with primates
- have strong computer skills including confident use of MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint
- have travelled / lived overseas
- be willing to live in basic conditions
- enjoy working with others to develop their knowledge and skills

Start Date: From early April 2010

You will be provided with a return economy plane ticket from the UK, a salary of $800 / month and on-site accommodation. A daily meal (local food) is prepared for all staff.

VETERINARIAN - Toronto Zoo

Toronto Zoo is still seeking applications for the position of Veterinarian to join the Animal Health Centre team. Reporting to the Senior Veterinarian, the successful candidate will join two veterinarians (both ACZM-boarded), two veterinary residents, and support staff. The veterinary staff also works closely with the Zoo’s own reproductive and nutritional research staff, and curators. Clinical experience with a broad range of captive wildlife species is required.

Responsibilities:

• Provides preventive medicine and comprehensive medical care for a large and diverse animal collection, participates in staff and volunteer training and education programs, and provides guidance to staff on matters concerning animal health, hygiene and zoonoses.
• Diagnoses animal diseases and injuries and provides professional medical and surgical treatment, including overnight and weekend coverage of animal health emergencies on a rotating on-call basis.
• Performs post-mortem examinations, coordinates collection and storage of biomaterials, analyses reports, and evaluates cases and trends based on post-mortem findings.
• Works closely with Veterinary Residents, curatorial and research staff, and with outside investigators to provide specimens and support for research projects, and may initiate research appropriate to the needs of the Zoo’s collection and conservation plans.
• Maintains, reviews and evaluates health records, keeper and dietary reports.
• Supervises laboratory examination of blood, tissue or other animal material in order to establish normal physiological parameters and aid in the diagnosis of disease processes.
• Supports and provides veterinary advice in conservation programs for zoo and wildlife species.
• Undertakes clinical investigation and relevant research for publication.
• Responsible for coordinating the pathology program, such as collection and submission of samples, review and analysis of necropsy data, in conjunction with the Zoo’s associate pathologists.

Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate in veterinary medicine from a recognized college with at least three years experience in a zoo or similar setting.
• Completion of post-graduate training in zoo medicine is desirable.
• Must possess, or be eligible to obtain, a licence to practise in veterinary medicine issued by the College of Veterinarians of Ontario.
• Board certification, or Board eligibility, by the American College of Zoological Medicine is desirable.

Job Contact Information: If interested in this position, please apply in writing by 5:00 p.m on 2010-01-26 to:

Toronto Zoo
c/o Human Resources
361A Old Finch Avenue
Scarborough, ON M1B 5K7
Fax: (416) 392-5934
e-mail: hr@torontozoo.ca

Postdoctoral Scientist – Disease Ecology and Amphibian Conservation

Creative and motivated candidates are invited to apply for a Postdoctoral Scientist position working at the intersection of disease ecology and amphibian conservation at the University of Colorado, Boulder. The position will focus on exploring questions in one of two focal areas:
(1) Applying metacommunity theory to host-parasite interactions at multiple spatial scales, and/or
(2) Understanding the immunological mechanisms that mediate patterns of parasite coinfection and amphibian disease.

A wide range of parasites will be included in the study, but particular emphasis will be placed on the trematode Ribeiroia ondatrae and its effects on amphibian malformations. Previous field and/or experimental experience with host-parasite systems is essential, and a background in community ecology, landscape ecology and/or immunology is strongly encouraged. Experience with GIS and analysis of spatial data is preferred. Because funding for positions is derived from several sources, the selected candidate will have some flexibility in developing specific projects. Focal project areas include: using ecological ‘rules’ to understand patterns of parasite interaction within and among hosts, identifying the effects of host and parasite diversity on disease, and evaluating the importance of dispersal and species interactions in structuring host and parasite communities. Target start date is spring or summer of 2010. Interested applicants should send (as a single pdf) the following: a complete CV, contact information for references, and a brief statement of research interests related to this position (<2 pages) to Dr. Pieter Johnson (pieter.johnson@colorado.edu), Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Department, University of Colorado (see www.colorado.edu/eeb/facultysites/pieter). APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL FEBRUARY 1ST, 2010 OR UNTIL A SUITABLE CANDIDATE IS FOUND.

Post-doctoral Research Associate Ecology of Avian Influenza in Wild Birds in Asia

Post-doctoral Research Associate (One-year term position)

REPORTS TO: Associate Director, Wildlife Health Monitoring and Epidemiology (Secondary report to the Associate Director - Asia)

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Wildlife Conservation Society requires a post-doctoral research associate to assist in publication of data collected on the ecology of avian influenza in wild birds in Asia.  WCS is a participant in the NIH/NIAID-funded Minnesota Center of Excellence for Influenza Research and Surveillance (MCEIRS), and as such has collected avian influenza data from free-ranging birds and birds in the wildlife trade in Mongolia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Vietnam and Lao PDR since 2005.  Data analysis and publications will focus on increasing our understanding of the ecology of avian influenza in wild birds, with a view to applying this information to protect wildlife, domestic animal, and human health.

Subject to final funding approval, this is a one-year term position, with possibility of renewal based on available funding and a positive performance review.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. the primary responsibility of the successful candidate will be to conduct data analysis, interpretation and produce high quality scientific manuscripts;

2. secondary responsibilities may include:

1. provide ongoing epidemiological consulting and advice to field staff;

2. assist and provide advice on study design, data collection, data management, data analysis and interpretation;

3. participate in scientific and public speaking, public relations work, and fund raising activities as required;

4. occassional travel to consult with field staff, participate in field activities, participate in logistic and/or scientific meetings;

3. contribute to, enlarge, and uphold the society’s conservation mission to save wildlife and wild lands

4. contribute to, enlarge, and uphold the society’s policies toward the equal employment opportunities for women, minorities, veterans, the handicapped, and other protected groups;

5. other responsibilities as appropriate and assigned by the aforementioned Associate Directors

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will possess:

A PhD in biology, ecology, epidemiology, veterinary medicine, or related-life science (required);

1. Previous post-doctoral experience in the field of wildlife disease ecology (preferred).

2. Significant experience conducting independent, applied scientific research on infectious diseases in wildlife populations (preferred);

3. A demonstrated understanding of the principles of biostatistics, epidemiology, and/or mathematical modelling/population simulation (preferred);

4. A significant or promising publication track record (preferred);

5. A demonstrated committment to wildlife conservation (preferred).

6. This position may be located in Davis (California), Nanaimo (British Columbia), or negotiated.

SALARY:

Commensurate with NSERC or NSF post-doctoral salary levels.

APPLY:

Step 1. Please apply online at http://www.wcs.org/about-us/careers.aspx  

Step 2. Email the application to Drs. Damien Joly (djoly@wcs.org) and Martin Gilbert (mgilbert@wcs.org), including the following:

1) A current curriculum vitae
2) A research statement
3) Three representative published (or accepted for publication) scientific manuscripts as writing examples.

Please include the following code in your email subject line: GHP-Epi-AvInf-09-12

Review of applications will begin on Jan 15, 2010 , and will continue until the position is filled.

Response Veterinarian – Oiled Wildlife Care Network – UC Davis

The Wildlife Health Center is currently recruiting for an Associate Wildlife Veterinarian who will lead oiled wildlife care functions for the Oiled Wildlife Care Network (OWCN).  This position will support the OWCN Director by overseeing animal care readiness and response for oil spills throughout California; supervising the rehabilitation efforts of animals affected during spills; management of training programs directed at staff and volunteers for oil wildlife care; conducting research to promote “best achievable care” of oil-affected wildlife; and assisting with teaching and public service.

Specific Responsibilities:

1. During oil spills, act as the lead OWCN representative in supervising the rehabilitation of oiled wildlife.
2. Provide essential clinical veterinary services and emergency care to a wide variety of wildlife exposed to petroleum products during an oil spill event.
3. Continually review and revise animal care/response protocols and records systems.
4. Interact with various OWCN facilities and rehabilitation organizations to ensure that they are maintained in a constant state of readiness for spill response.
5. Oversee OWCN animal care staff and volunteer training programs.
6. Perform collaborative and independent research to ensure best achievable treatment for oiled wildlife in California, including post-release monitoring studies of wildlife rehabilitated during spill response.
7. Assist the WHC/SVM in providing clinical and research opportunities for veterinary students/residents in rehabilitation, oil spill medicine, and emergency response.

Requirements:

1. DVM/VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school and appropriate veterinary licenses (or ability to acquire licenses within 6 months of hire). Additional advanced degree in a related field or Board certification preferred.
2. Expertise in the treatment of (and preventive medicine for) free-ranging wildlife. Detailed knowledge of natural history, captive husbandry, and medical techniques necessary for diagnosis and treatment of wildlife species in California.
3. Excellent skills in diplomacy, oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate medical information in lay terms to wildlife rehabilitation volunteers and the public. Excellent networking and team building skills. Ability to coordinate staff, staff workloads and effectively manage personnel resources.
4. Knowledge and experience in teaching and research.

For more information and to apply: Visit the UC Davis Job Posting at www.employment.ucdavis.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=54333 or visit http://www.owcn.org.

Questions: please contact Michael Ziccardi, OWCN Director, at (530) 754-5701 or mhziccardi@ucdavis.edu.

BEAR MANAGER - China

Highly motivated and experienced animal professionals are required to work with rescued Asiatic Black Bears at our China Bear Rescue Centre in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China or Vietnam Bear Rescue Centre.

This position is responsible for overseeing teams of local bear keeping staff involved in the daily care and management of the bears housed within the rescue centre. It will also involve working alongside and liaising with the Veterinary Director and the resident Vet team plus our Animal Conditioning Consultant to manage various daily operations. Bear Managers report directly to the centre Senior Bear Manager.

Both formal qualifications preferably a bachelor’s degree and proven practical experience are essential for this position. 

Accommodation is provided, along with a competitive salary and the opportunity to help these most stoic and beautiful animals.

Responsibilities:

• Co-coordinating various daily operations:
• Animal care and management
• Maintenance and adjustment of existing enrichment programs
• Bear food and stock ordering system
• Operant conditioning and formal bear training programmes for a variety of medical, behavioural and management requirements.

Qualifications and experience:

• Formal qualification (ideally a university degree) in zoology, biology, conservation, animal behaviour or related field
• Three to five years work experience in a zoo or similar working environment
• Excellent communication, organisational and practical skills
• Strong management skills and the ability to work in a team or independently
• Patience and willingness to work within a different culture are essential

Appointment is full-time, five (5) days a week with some weekend work applicable.
Applicants must be able to commit for a minimum of one (1) year. Two (2) year contracts are also offered.

The following items are included in your full-time contract:
On-site accommodation                           Subsidised meals
Relocation Assistance                              Medical Insurance
For more information please visit our website www.animalsasia.org

To apply please forward cover letter and CV (stating position you are applying for) and completed Job Application form with expected salary to: hrhkg@animalsasia.org

Assistant Professor - Wildlife Care and Education, Maine

Unity College seeks applicants to join our Captive Wildlife Care and Education faculty beginning in the Fall of 2010.  The position is for a person with expertise working with wildlife in captivity, technician-level veterinary skills, and experience in teaching or professional training. . The primary responsibilities will be to teach in the areas of wildlife biology, wildlife husbandry, and animal health, provide leadership in Unity’s captive wildlife care and education programs, develop local partnerships, and advise and mentor students.  This includes teaching existing courses, developing curricula and teaching new courses, coordinating with faculty in related programs, and leading captive wildlife care and education students in educational and co-curricular activities.  We anticipate a hire at the rank of Assistant Professor. Successful candidates will have a PhD or equivalent terminal degree in an appropriate field or a masters degree with demonstrated outstanding academic and/or professional experience.  Review of applications begins December 15, 2009 until the position is filled.  Send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for at least 3 professional references to Kathleen Hale, Director of Human Resources at khale@unity.edu  For the full job advertisement go to www.unity.edu/jobs.  

Staff Veterinarian - HSUS , Ft Lauderdale, Florida

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), the nation’s largest animal advocacy organization, is seeking a staff veterinarian for their Wildlife Care Center in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The main responsibilities of this position will be to provide health/medical/surgical care to resident animals. Other duties include, but are not limited to: perform medical checks/rounds as required; maintain licenses and permits as required by state and federal law; maintain clinic records/data; manage triage of incoming animals; supervise treatment of hospitalized patients and the veterinary care of orphaned wildlife. The center treats a wide variety of native and exotic wildlife and also exotic domestic animals. Total annual intake is about 14,000 animals. This position is temporary (January 2010 to April 2010) at 32hrs per week. Weekend duties are shared equally with two other veterinarians on staff. The center is equipped with isoflurane anesthesia machines, Eklin digital radiography and Storz endoscopy system. Candidates are expected to have one to three years experience in wildlife or avian and exotic medicine and be able to obtain a FL Veterinary License. Please send cover letters and resumes to sharsch@hsus.org or fax to (954) 524-2679. This position is located in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Wildlife Health Specialist – Parasitologist - Canadian Cooperative Wildlife Health Centre, Alberta Regional Centre & University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM)

The Canadian Cooperative Wildlife Health Centre (CCWHC), in partnership with the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM), is seeking applicants for the position of Wildlife Health Specialist for the Alberta Regional Centre of the CCWHC.

The Canadian Cooperative Wildlife Health Centre (CCWHC) is a university-based, inter-agency partnership through which Canada’s colleges of veterinary medicine, government agencies at all levels, and non-government agencies pool their resources and expertise to reduce the economic and ecological costs and impact of wild animal diseases in Canada. The CCWHC has 4 main activities: wildlife disease surveillance, information services, education, and wildlife disease response management. More information can be found at http://www.ccwhc.ca .

The successful candidate will be part of the national CCWHC team and will contribute to CCWHC’s 4 main activities at local, regional and national levels. She/he will report to the Alberta CCWHC director at UCVM and will serve Alberta and CCWHC nationally. The successful candidate is expected to interact extensively with CCWHC stakeholders in Alberta and elsewhere to identify and respond to their wildlife disease information and expertise needs, as well as to coordinate and deliver short courses and develop educational materials on wildlife health as needed. The candidate will act as a liaison between stakeholders in Alberta and other CCWHC Regional Centres and will work with Alberta Sustainable Resource Development, Parks and Protected Areas, and other relevant agencies to facilitate implementation of national wildlife disease surveillance programs. The candidate will be expected to build expertise in the diagnosis, surveillance, and research study design and implementation as it relates to wildlife parasitology.

Qualifications include a DVM and a graduate degree in a wildlife health related field. While preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated expertise in parasitology (molecular or classical), expertise in other areas will be considered for candidates who are willing to develop expertise related to parasitology.  Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills are essential, a sound knowledge of wildlife disease ecology is important, and practical field experience is desirable.

The position will be based at the UCVM. UCVM is Canada’s fifth accredited veterinary college and accepted its first class of thirty-four students in September 2008. The UCVM program delivers a comprehensive veterinary education and provides enhanced educational opportunities in production animal health, equine health, ecosystem and public health, and investigative medicine. UCVM works closely with the Calgary Zoological Society and has extensive collaborations with other regional and national wildlife organizations. Descriptions of the Faculty and its departments can be found on the UCVM website (www.vet.ucalgary.ca).

Review of applications will begin November 1, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested individuals should reference Job Posting # XXX and apply on line at http://www.ucalgary.ca/hr/careers/careers_search.  Alternatively submit current curriculum vitae to:  Jennifer Cole, Human Resources Assistant, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, 2nd Floor TRW Building 2D47, 3280 Hospital Drive NW; Calgary, Alberta  T2N 4Z6 Fax: 403 210-7899  or colej@ucalgary.ca

Those applicants wishing more information are encouraged to visit the websites (www.vet.ucalgary.ca and http://www.ccwhc.ca) or contact Dr. Susan Kutz directly: skutz@ucalgary.ca or 1-403-210-3824.

Director - RESPOND - USAID Avian and Pandemic Influenza and Zoonotic Disease Program

Client: Management Sciences for Health, Center for Health Services (http://www.msh.org)

Location: Arlington , VA

Overall Responsibilities:

The Director is responsible for the leadership and management of a project in the United States whose goal is to improve the capacity of countries in high risk areas to respond to outbreaks of emergent zoonotic diseases that pose a serious threat to human health. Project objectives are to (1) Improve the training capacity within countries and regions for skills necessary to respond to any suspected outbreaks of emergent epizoonotic diseases that pose a serious threat to human health; (2) improve the linkages among animal and health organizations in responding to outbreaks of emerging zoonotic diseases of potential public health impact; (3) improve the capacity of countries and regions to conduct investigations of suspected outbreaks of emergent epizoonotic diseases that pose a serious threat to human health; and (4) introduce technologies to improve the capability of field epidemiologists to conduct surveillance and outbreak investigations. The estimated period of performance is 5 years, depending on availability of funds. This position is contingent upon MSH receiving the project award.

Director Responsibilities:

1. Provide technical leadership and managerial oversight for the project, and ensure timely implementation and reporting of activities.

2. Serve as the primary project liaison from MSH to the client 3. Ensure the achievement of results and accountability 4. Ensure that quality of services is maintained at the highest standard, and that all project objectives are met Director Qualifications:

· Doctorate in science, public health, or equivalent field · A minimum of 10 years experience working on international projects; · At least two years experience as Chief of Party or Director for international projects with similar scale and complexity · Exceptional managerial and operational experience preferably in managing complex activities of similar magnitude and complexity involving coordination and collaboration with multiple partners.

· Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with senior Government personnel, international organizations, NGO partners, host country governments, and U. S. Government Agencies For a more detailed Job Announcement visit: http://www.globalrecruitment.net/Position_Openings.html

The Deputy Director assists the Director in providing overall coordination of interventions for a project in the United States.The Deputy Director manages all designated activities and acts independently to set program direction, approaches, and relationships with state and local governments and other partners. The Deputy Director integrates the activities into a single strategic approach at the Federal, State, local government, and community levels. He or she assists the Director in providing oversight and technical direction to the project and collaborates with the Director in the appropriateness and quality of interventions. Along with the Director, s/he serves as a technical liaison between the Project and other donors and stakeholders.

Deputy Director Specific Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the work of Senior Officers as delegated. Ensure that the work of each technical area is coordinated at all levels, from Federal to community level. Ensure that technical workplans are linked so that the monitoring and evaluation plans are integrated.

2. Define specific, quantifiable performance indicators and targets for programs and reporting results. Work with the Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor to assess activity progress to ensure that the project maintains close adherence to work plans and meets designated milestones, deliverables, and benchmarks.

3. With the Director, adapt and implement management systems with standard operating procedures to administer all activities funded by the contract. Ensure there is sufficient financial staff for disbursing all local costs under this project, monitoring and tracking expenditures, and preparing financial reports of project expenditures for submission to USAID.

Summary of Qualifications:

· PhD, MPH or DrPH in science, public health, or equivalent field is preferred

· A minimum of 10 years experience working on international projects; · At least two years experience as Deputy Chief of Party or Deputy Director for international projects with similar scale and complexity For a more detailed Job Announcement visit: http://www.globalrecruitment.net/Position_Openings.html

To Apply - please send cover letter and CV to: Jill Solomon, Global Recruitment Specialists, "mailto:Jsolomon@globalrecruitment.net", Tele/Fax: 973-379-7325 Web: http://www.globalrecruitment.net

VETERINARY SURGEON - ANIMALS ASIA FOUNDATION

PAID POSITION AT THE MOON BEAR RESCUE CENTRE IN CHINA

Date Closes: 10 th July 2009

Do you enjoy a challenge and are you committed to animal welfare?

The Animals Asia Foundation (AAF) is a charity devoted to the needs of wild and domesticated animals across Asia . Our mission is to improve the lives of all animals in Asia , end cruelty and restore respect for animals in Asia . The vision of AAF is change for all animals, inspired by empathy for the few. AAF has offices in China , Vietnam , United Kingdom , United States of America , Germany , Italy and Australia/New Zealand.

Animals Asia Foundation is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for our Moon Bear Rescue Centre in Chengdu , Sichuan Province, China . The Veterinary Surgeon will be based at the rescue centre and will be responsible for providing extensive veterinary care to Asiatic black bears rescued from bile farms, other resident animals, and local domestic animals. You may be required to travel within Asia and participate in outreach projects and work with local veterinarians.

Candidates ideally should have 2-5 years work experience in a large mixed veterinary practice, zoological facility, specialist referral centre, or similar working environment. You should have excellent clinical and organisational skills, an aptitude for problem-solving medicine and self-directed learning and plenty of initiative and flexibility. As part of a cohesive and experienced veterinary team at the rescue centre, you will require a good sense of humour, excellent communication skills and the ability to live and work closely with the rest of the team comprising both western and local staff.

You will work under the supervision of the Senior Veterinary Surgeon, however clinical aptitude and initiative are essential. A background in captive wildlife management is beneficial.

Applicants must be able to commit for a minimum of 1 or ideally 2 years.

Other benefits include:
• Complimentary accommodation and subsidised meals
• Relocation assistance
• Medical insurance
How to apply:Applicants interested in this rewarding position should forward their cover letter, CV and completed Job Application form with expected salary to: hrhkg@animalsasia.org

If you require any further information please contact the Senior Human Resources Officer by emailing hrhkg@animalsasia.org or phone (852) 2791 2225 www.animalsasia.org

University of Nevada Las Vegas - Faculty Positions

The School of Community Health Sciences (SCHS) at the University of Nevada Las Vegas invites applications for_ two_ tenure track faculty positions at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor levels. One position is in Epidemiology and the other is in Environmental Health/Microbiology/Infectious Diseases.

As a relatively new school, seeking accreditation, our most important goal is to continue developing a strong academic and research program. We seek motivated and collegial additions to our faculty. The successful candidates will:

* Develop and teach live and internet based courses
* Advise, direct, and mentor students including chairing and serving on student committees;
* Seek extramural funding, conduct research, and publish research findings;
* Engage in appropriate community and professional service; and
* Support the mission, philosophy, and objectives of the School of Community Health Sciences and the University of Nevada Las Vegas

For complete descriptions and application details, visit
http://www.higheredjobs.com/details.cfm?jobcode=175366018
http://jobs.unlv.edu or call (702) 895-2894.

SENIOR BEAR KEEPER – Asia Animals Foundation

Highly motivated and experienced animal professional s are required to work with rescued Asiatic Black Bears at our Vietnam Bear Rescue Centre, in Tam Dao, north of Hanoi , Vietnam , or possibly at our China Bear Rescue Centre in Chengdu , Sichuan Province, China .

This position is responsible for overseeing teams of local bear keeping staff with the daily care and management of the bears housed in numerous Sanctuaries within the rescue c entre s .

Senior Bear Keepers report directly to centre Senior Bear Manager. It will also involve working alongside and liaising with the Senior Vet and the resident Vet team and our Animal Conditioning Consultant to manage various daily operations .

Both formal qualifications and proven practical experience are essential for this position.

Accommodation is provided, along with a competitive salary and the opportunity to help these most stoic and beautiful animals.

Responsibilities include:

Co-coordinating various daily operations :

staff training

animal care and management

enrichment programs

food ordering system

Participating in training programs and behavioral studies as needed

Qualifications and experience:

Formal qualification in zoology, biology, conservation or animal behaviour/care

Three to five years work experience in a zoo or similar working environment

Excellent communication , organisational and practical skills

Strong management skills and the ability to work in a team or independently

Patience and willingness to work within a different culture are essential

Appointment is full-time, five (5) days a week with some weekend work applicable. Applicants must be able to commit for a minimum of one (1) year – two (2) year contracts are also offered.

The following items are included in your full-time contract: On-site a ccommodation; Subsidised meals; Relocation Assistance; Medical Insurance

To apply please forward cover letter (stating position you are applying for) and completed Job Application form with expected salary to: hrhkg@animalsasia.org For more information please visit our Vet Centre on : www.animalsasia.org

Avian Toxicologist Opening – Bayer CropScience

Bayer CropScience is one of the world’s leading innovative crop science companies in the areas of crop protection, non-agricultural pest control, seeds and plant biotechnology.

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to fill an anticipated avian toxicology opening within our Global Ecotoxicology Department. All applicants are expected to possess excellent communication and team skills and must be willing to work independently.

Position type: 1-2 year assignment with possible conversion to permanent at our research park in Kansas

Job description: You will design and oversee avian laboratory studies needed to achieve and maintain regulatory approvals for BCS products.  You will develop partnerships within the academic, regulatory and industry communities and incorporate innovative and progressive approaches to avian effects testing and risk assessments.  You will assist in the conduct of endangered species risk assessments.

The incumbent will:

-        Partner with other Bayer CropScience scientist to develop strategies and testing plans to support terrestrial (avian) risk assessments;

-        Assist in data development and risk assessments involving terrestrial vertebrate endangered species;

-        Provide scientific leadership in the experimental design of non-routine avian toxicity studies;

-        Take an active role in the internal development of new testing methodologies to meet evolving guideline requirements;

-        Assist in study protocol writing, data analysis and interpretation and report writing.

Your qualifications:

-        Higher degree (Ph.D. preferred) in avian toxicology or related subject.

-        Experience with animal studies which may include dosing, animal observations, data collection, data analysis and reporting;

-        In addition to a strong knowledge of applied avian toxicology, a background in ecology is also desirable

-        Strong knowledge in bio-statistical analysis

-        Basic understanding of GLP requirements;

-        Proficiency with Windows, MS Office(Excel, Word, Access and Power Point) and statistical software;

-        Ability to prioritize and adjust to a frequently changing environment;

-        Some travel required

Contact:  Matt Kern (matt.kern@bayercropscience.com) or David Fischer (david.fischer@bayercropscience.com)

Veterinary Epidemiologist - CDC

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking veterinary epidemiologists for its Human Animal Interface Project with an emphasis on zoonotic influenzas.  Possible assignments include Viet Nam, Egypt, Bangladesh and Nigeria.  CDC is seeking applicants with the following qualifications

 Background in veterinary medicine

• International public health experience
• Training in epidemiology
• Field experience
• Teaching and public speaking skills for technical and lay audiences
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to assume a leadership role in interacting with animal health organizations
• Ability to be a mentor and interactive leader within the local agricultural community.
• Some knowledge of infectious diseases, including influenza, among animals and humans.

 The Human Animal Interface (HAI) project will strategically place veterinarians with strong human public health backgrounds (or scientists with both veterinary and human public health training) in positions where they will participate in research aimed at understanding risk factors for transmission of zoonotic influenzas from animals to humans, and enhance communication between human health and animal health agencies.  Although each country placement will be somewhat unique, all of the positions will have in-country CDC support as well as Atlanta-based supervision. 

 This project will work toward establishing linkages between human and animal disease surveillance systems by enabling the embedded veterinary epidemiologists to use designated project funds for improved surveillance and communication.  The expected outcome is better coordination of surveillance systems for reporting avian influenza in animals before human disease is detected and the collection of new data that will fill critical gaps in knowledge related to human-animal interactions and facilitate improved prevention strategies. 

 If you are interested and able to relocate please send a resume or updated CV to CCID_HAI@CDC.GOV

INTERNSHIP - The Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary

The Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine is offering a one year internship. Established in 1974, The Raptor Center specializes in the medical care, rehabilitation, conservation, and study of eagles, hawks, owls, falcons, and vultures. In addition to treating more than 700 birds a year, we provide training in raptor medicine and surgery for veterinarians from around the world, reach more than 250,000 people each year through public education programs and events, and identify emerging issues related to raptor health and populations. Interns manage cases under the supervision of faculty and assist with all aspects of clinical medicine, and surgery of raptors including capture and restraint, anesthesia, diagnostics, necropsy, record-keeping, and research projects. Interns assist in teaching and supervising veterinary students. In addition, interns are assigned evening and weekend duty on a rotating basis and are expected to participate in sponsored events.

Candidates must possess a DVM, VMD or equivalent degree. Interest or experience in ecosystem health, conservation biology, wildlife management, pathology, toxicology or related disciplines is a plus. Applicants must be proficient in English. This is a self-funded position. Preference will be given to candidates with grant or scholarship funding. Estimated annual living expenses are $20,000/year. Degree programs requiring a longer time commitment and graduate classes are available providing applicants secure own funding. Interested applicants should submit current curriculum vitae, a letter of interest indicating career goals, and three letters of reference by 26 February 2010. Internship dates are flexible but should begin by 1 June 2010.  

Dr. Michelle M. Willette
The Raptor Center
1920 Fitch Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55108
(612) 624-1353
Fax - (612) 624-8740
wille203@umn.edu

FORENSIC SCIENCE FOR WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS

BIOSM 4450/VTMED 6435/ZOOL 755
dates:         JUNE 28 – JULY 05, 2010
credits:       2 semester credits*
total cost:  $2,506 (includes room, board and tuition)
*Non-credit workshop option available for those not seeking credit;
5-day minimum ($950.00 for 5 days). Permission of instructor required;
admission will be based upon space availability. QUESTIONS? Contact SML

NOTE: veterinary students who do not need the course credit should
qualify for the reduced tuition.  Contact the Shoals staff via the
website for more information. http://www.sml.cornell.edu/sml_cc_fsmb.html

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Salish Sea Marine Bird Population Trend Project
UC Davis Wildlife Health Center’s SeaDoc Society -Orcas Island, Washington, USA

The SeaDoc Society, a program of the Wildlife Health Center, which is a Center of Excellence at the University of California (Davis) School of Veterinary Medicine, seeks a post doctoral scientist to lead an international collaborative effort investigating status and trends of marine bird populations in the Salish Sea. The scientist will lead an ecosystem-level analysis to evaluate marine bird trends on a species by species basis, identify ecosystem and species-specific drivers that could influence marine birds and quantify factors associated with positive and negative trends in bird populations.

The Salish Sea is a 17,000 sq. kilometer inland sea shared by Washington State (USA) and British Columbia (Canada). Throughout the year, 160 species of birds use the Salish Sea marine ecosystem to varying degrees. Multiple data sets compiled over different time periods have shown significant population declines in many species and population increases in others. In addition to working on the recovery of declining populations on a species-by-species basis, there is great need for investigating ecosystem-level drivers that could be responsible for causing declines in multiple bird species. This SeaDoc Society project will evaluate the significant drivers for regional bird population trends with the intent of identifying management strategies that will positively impact multiple species and encourage ecosystem-level recovery. This retrospective analysis will be conducted using existing datasets and analyses (published and unpublished) on marine bird abundance, density, and distribution in the USA and Canada to determine population trends for bird species. Epidemiologic and population modeling will be used to evaluate the relationship between marine bird trends and demographic factors, behavioral traits, environmental stressors and other processes known to drive population dynamics.

Desired skills and experience include:

• A PhD in biology, ecology, statistics, epidemiology, or a health-related field
• Strong biometrical and statistical analysis skills
• Experience with evaluating trends in species abundance, analyzing and displayingtemporal and spatial data, and developing population models using rigorous model selection and model testing approaches
• Familiarity with R, S+, GIS, or comparable statistical software
• Demonstrated ability to compare relevant data from compatible but disparate datasets and ability to know when data can and cannot be combined
• Knowledge of marine birds
• Excellent writing skills and experience being a lead author on multi-author manuscripts published in peer-reviewed journals
• Ability to speak English well and communicate with scientists while leading a large collaborative effort
• A current passport and U.S. drivers license or the ability to acquire them by the time of hire

This is a full-time (40 hour /week) 18-month position. There may be an opportunity to extend the position to 24 months based on performance. International travel between Washington State and British Columbia (Canada) is expected. The position is with the University of California at Davis, but will be based at the UC Davis’ SeaDoc Society office on Orcas Island, Washington (USA); off-site work may be negotiable. This work is expected to generate at least 1 or 2 high quality, multi-authored scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals. Postdoctoral salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience (approximately $50,000 / year plus benefits), with additional travel support available to present findings at appropriate scientific conferences. The start date is flexible but preferably no later than June 1, 2010.

To apply please send (electronically as a single PDF file) the following to Jean Spalti
(jmspalti@ucdavis.edu):

• A letter of intent
• Curriculum vitae including list of publications or reports published
• 3 letters of recommendation

Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. Additional information about the work of the SeaDoc Society can be found at www.seadocsociety.org

Veterinary Internship in Wildlife Medicine and Rehabilitation

Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research, Inc. is offering a one-year, paid internship in Wildlife Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Frink Center for Wildlife in Newark, DE. This wild avian hospital, rehabilitation center; and oil spill response facility treats approximately 3000 native wild birds annually; accepting birds from a multi-state area, and responding to oil spills involving wildlife. Facilities include x-ray machine, rigid and flexible endoscopes, surgitron unit, and nebulizer.

The intern will work closely with the staff of two full-time clinical veterinarians, two CVTs, three full-time clinic supervisors and over 100 volunteers active in bird care. The first few months will be spent learning the daily procedures and protocols, through the attendance of workshops and hands-on clinical experience. By the six-month mark, the intern will assume responsibility for the majority of the medical decisions and treatment regarding the in-house caseload.

Areas of instruction and subsequent responsibilities include: assisting with the operation of the clinic; daily medical treatments and husbandry care; admission of new patients; routine diagnostic procedures (clin-path, radiology, parasitology and necropsy); common medical procedures; euthanasia protocols and procedures; surgery and anesthesia; caseload management; and human health & safety concerns.  

The intern will assist with the Introduction to Wildlife Medicine Course taught to the first-year class at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, and with the preparation and presentation of continuing education programs for staff, volunteers, and other wildlife rehabilitators. The intern will also assist in any on-going research projects.

The intern is expected to work 40 - 50 hrs (five days)/week with 4 weeks of out-rotation, up to15 days paid time off, and 2 days to attend CE if applicable (in addition to required time at NWRA conference).

Compensation: $24,000; health insurance plan (co-pay by employee) and workman’s compensation benefits; SIMPLE IRA if eligible; and up to $1,000 towards travel expenses to attend NWRA and other CE if applicable. Travel expenses will also be paid if the intern is asked to assist with an oil spill response, and additional compensation (paid time off) may be provided if extra workdays are required during this type of emergency.

Qualified candidates must possess a VMD, DVM, or equivalent degree from an accredited college of veterinary medicine. A U.S. veterinary license must be obtained prior to the starting date of the internship; a Delaware veterinary license in desirable, but not required. Candidates must also have direct experience working with wildlife, flexibility to occasionally work nights or emergencies and respond to oil spills, good verbal and written communication skills as well as presentation skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office Programs, a valid driver’s license, and current tetanus and rabies vaccinations (or adequate titer).

Application Procedure
Interested applicants should submit the following:
            Curriculum vitae
            Letter of interest, indicating career goals
            3 letters of reference
Review of applications will begin on 15 April 2010. Final selection will be made before 10 May 2010. A 15 June 2010 starting date and a 14 June 2011 ending date are anticipated, but this is negotiable. Applications should be submitted to: Erica A. Miller, DVM, 110 Possum Hollow Road, Newark, DE 19711; 302-737-9543 x116; 302-737-9562 (fax); emiller@tristatebird.org

Application for Doctoral Fellowship
Alaska IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence

The Alaska IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) is supported by a grant from the National Institutes of Health. The primary objective of the INBRE Doctoral Fellowship program is to recruit high quality graduate students at the University of Alaska and provide up to four years’ of support for a project in the Biomedical Sciences, in the labs of Alaska INBRE supported faculty. Doctoral students funded through this program will gain valuable experience in designing, conducting and reporting biomedical research. Only one external doctoral fellowship will be awarded each year.

The goal of this Doctoral Fellowship is to promote successful recruitment of high quality graduate students in Alaska. The applicant must be a new (to University of Alaska) Ph.D. student to be enrolled in the Graduate program at UAF or UAA, having maintained good academic standing (min. 3.0 GPA) in their undergraduate studies. Applicants are expected to apply to the Graduate School at the time of application and have a major advisor at University of Alaska Fairbanks or Anchorage. The student is required to form a graduate advisory committee and filed a graduate study plan by the end of the first fellowship year.
Awards will be limited to students applying to work in the labs of Alaska INBRE Investigators: UAA: Dr. Loren Buck, Dr. Frank von Hippel, Dr. Jocelyn Krebs, Dr. Miki Ii, Dr. Cindy Knall or Dr. Jason Burkhead. UAF: Dr. Karsten Hueffer, Dr. Jon Runstadler, Dr. Todd O’Hara, Dr. Marvin Schulte, Dr. Naoki Takebayashi (Bioinformatics), Dr. Mary Beth Leigh, Dr. Erich Follmann or Dr. Lee Taylor.

For full application & description please follow the link below:

http://www.alaska.edu/inbre/inbre-students/graduate-students/GraduateFellowshipAnnouncement2010-2011.pdf

Ph.D. students in Infectious Disease, Toxicology, Bioinformatics, and Molecular/Cellular Biomedical Science

The University of Alaska INBRE (IDEA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence) is recruiting quality Ph.D. students in the areas of Infectious Disease, Toxicology, Bioinformatics, and Molecular/Cellular Biomedical Science.  A competitive fellowship is available that has guaranteed funding for up to 4 years. Applicants are required to pursue a Ph.D. in the lab of an INBRE-supported faculty member at either University of Alaska Fairbanks or University of Alaska Anchorage, and must supply a pre-proposal to the chosen faculty that will include an Application cover page, NIH Biosketch, GRE scores, college transcript with GPA, and 2 letters of reference to the faculty member (application form). 
Applications will be pre-screened by the selected faculty.  The faculty member and applicant will collaborate to prepare a project proposal to be submitted to the review committee with recommendations. 
Review Criteria:  Quality of proposal, quality of student (GPA, GRE, Biosketch), and letters of recommendation.  For areas of study and more information on INBRE faculty, please visit the INBRE website (areas of focus) or contact Alaska INBRE at inbre@alaska.edu.
The largest state in the United States, Alaska has an unsurpassed display of northern lights, mushing, glaciers, mountains and cultural and natural history.

Internship opportunity: Wildlife Rehabilitation and Medicine at the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) in Sanibel, Florida

Facility: CROW is a non-profit wildlife hospital that provides care for over 4,400 injured and orphaned Florida wildlife patients each year, including birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. Integrative medicine, including use of acupuncture, homeopathy, Chinese herbal therapy, and traditional western veterinary medicine, complements rehabilitation techniques.

Position: Veterinary Internship in Wildlife Rehabilitation and Medicine

Description: CROW is offering a one year internship in wildlife rehabilitation and medicine. The intern will work alongside the rehabilitation staff, including two full time veterinarians, rehabilitators, students and volunteers. Involvement will include patient admittances, treatment administration, surgery, anesthesia, necropsy, appropriate cage and diet preparation, husbandry, and record-keeping. Learning opportunities also include after-hours emergency admittances and infant bird and mammal care. The intern will have the opportunity to participate in daily rounds sessions, as well as help to teach and coordinate students, fellows, and volunteers.

Qualifications: A DVM or equivalent is required, as is US citizenship. A working interview will be included as part of the application process.

Payment: $10,000/year stipend, on-island housing, and health insurance are provided.

Length: One year, beginning July, 2010.

Internship - The Marine Mammal Center

The Marine Mammal Center in collaboration with the University of California at Davis has an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Intern, based in Sausalito at The Marine Mammal Center. This position is scheduled to start July 1 2010 and will last for one year. This position requires a DVM degree or equivalent and previous marine mammal or wildlife experience is a plus. Preference will be given to individuals that possess at least one year of clinical veterinary experience. The Marine Mammal Center veterinary staff includes two full-time veterinarians, three veterinary technicians, a medical technologist and research staff. The Veterinary Intern’s responsibilities include assisting the veterinary medical staff in providing medical management of a large number of stranded marine mammals (mostly pinnipeds); performing post mortem examinations, sample-taking for various research projects, and record-keeping. A research paper or case report should be completed during the internship.

If qualified, send your CV, letter of intent and three professional references to Dr. William Van Bonn, The Marine Mammal Center, 2000 Bunker Road , Sausalito , CA 94965-2609 .

E-mail: vanbonnb@tmmc.org

Equal Opportunity Employer (Deadline for applications is 12/30/09 )

Graduate Training Opportunity – Parasitology and Public Health

We seek a graduate student at the University of Saskatchewan for a research project on the detection, characterization, and epidemiology of Echinococcus spp. and other parasites transmissible among animals and people in northwestern Canada.  A recent joint animal and human health investigation in northcentral Saskatchewan has identified a need to develop laboratory and community capacity for monitoring and mitigating risks of parasitic zoonoses in indigenous communities. 

The student will use traditional and molecular parasitological techniques and epidemiological approaches to assess:

• current host and geographic distribution of Echinococcus and other parasitic zoonoses in domestic and wild animals in northwestern Canada;
• genetic diversity and public health significance of Echinococcus and other parasitic zoonoses in northwestern Canada
• environmental drivers and the impacts of climate change on the ecology of parasitic zoonoses in northwestern Canada. 

This project has been funded through a grant from the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation and will involve collaboration with veterinarians, medical infectious disease specialists, wildlife biologists, molecular biologists, and indigenous community members.   Therefore, the student must be equally at home at the laboratory bench as in the field in remote areas, and capable of communicating with laypeople as well as medical and scientific personnel. 

The successful candidate will be motivated, capable of independent work, and have an interest in veterinary public health. A DVM is not required but would be an asset. Selection of the candidate will be based on academic criteria, relevant interest or experience, referees’ evaluations and an interview.   Minimum annual salary is $17,300 CDN (equivalent to NSERC Masters) or $21,000 CDN (equivalent to NSERC PhD).   Veterinarians resident in Canada who are Canadian citizens or hold landed immigrant status are eligible for the Western College of Veterinary Medicine Interprovincial fellowship, starting at $32,000/year.

Applications will be accepted until October 31st, 2009 or until the position is filled.
Please send cover letter, names of three referees and curriculum vitae to:
 
Emily Jenkins, BSc, DVM, PhD  
                                    Department of Veterinary Microbiology and School of Public Health
                                    Email: gradusask@gmail.com

Graduate Students and Post Doctoral Fellow Opportunities in Wildlife Disease Ecology - Faculty of Veterinary Medicine - University of Calgary

We are seeking graduate students or a post doctoral research fellow with interests in wildlife disease ecology to join our exciting and productive multi-disciplinary team studying the health of caribou, moose, and other arctic and northern ungulates.

Our broad research program examines disease at the domestic animal-wildlife interface and the effects of climate and other environmental changes on the health of wildlife. Our current research program explores the role of infectious diseases in the resilience of caribou and reindeer (Rangifer sp.) populations. We are funded by NSERC, the Canada Federal International Polar Year program, and the Alberta Ingenuity Foundation. We are part of the CircumArctic Rangifer Monitoring Network (CARMA) and have extensive and productive collaborations around the Arctic. Descriptions of the Faculty and its departments can be found on the UCVM website (www.vet.ucalgary.ca).

We are looking for applicants to investigate the ecology and potential range expansion of the winter tick, Dermacentor albipictus, in northern Canada. Research topics include exploring the current northern distribution of winter tick in moose and caribou in northwestern Canada, developing serological assays for detecting exposure to winter tick, and modeling current and potential future distributions and epidemiology of winter tick in moose and woodland and barrenground caribou under different climate change scenarios. The successful candidate will interact extensively with wildlife managers and First Nations communities, will have a strong work ethic, and will be an excellent team player.

Applicants with a DVM are preferred, however, exceptional applicants with degrees in ecology or a related field will be considered. Students with special interests in wildlife disease ecology, parasitology and epidemiology are encouraged to respond. Experience in quantitative disease ecology, modeling and working with large climate and spatial datasets is also an asset. MSc candidates will be considered to focus on specific sub-topics.

The salary will be commensurate with the level of education. UCVM guarantees a minimum stipend of $20,000/yr for graduate students.
 
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until suitable applicants are identified. Interested individuals should submit a current curriculum vitae and an outline of his or her areas of research interest along with the names of three referees to:

Dr. Alessandro Massolo amassolo@ucalgary.ca; 1-403-210-6734
Dr. Susan Kutz skutz@ucalgary.ca; 1-403-210-3824,

Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Calgary,
3280 Hospital Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta

Residency - University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine Zoological Pathology Program

Residency Training in Zoo and Wildlife Pathology (1 position).  The Zoological Pathology Program/Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL) and the Department of Pathobiology at the University of Illinois, College of Veterinary Medicine, in association with Chicago’s Brookfield Zoo, Lincoln Park Zoo, and John G. Shedd Aquarium are seeking applications for a training position in Zoo and Wildlife Pathology.  The 3-year program is designed to provide training and experience to prepare the resident for a career in zoo, wildlife, avian, or aquatic animal pathology, and eligibility for the certification examination in anatomic pathology of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP).  The program provides exposure to an extraordinary array of species from three different zoological institutions and local wildlife agencies as well as training in domestic animal pathology at the VDL.  The program also offers the potential for MS or Ph.D. opportunities through the various allied universities.  Starting stipend is $36,000.   Applications should be received by November 16, 2009 to receive fullest consideration.  Anticipated start date is on or about August 1, 2010. 

Interested applicants should submit a resume, veterinary college transcripts, letter of career goals, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Michael Kinsel, Chair, Zoo Resident Search Committee, LUMC Bldg 101 Rm 0745, 2160 S First Ave, Maywood, IL 60153, phone: 708-216-1185, Fax: 708-216-5934, or email:kinsel@illinois.edu.

GRADUATE POSITION IN WILDLIFE DISEASE STUDIES

The Department of Veterinary Sciences at the University of Wyoming is seeking a PhD student to pursue a research program examining the population-level effects of chronic wasting disease (CWD) on free-ranging mule deer populations within the CWD-endemic zone of central Wyoming . A similar project studying white-tailed deer currently is nearing completion. The overall goal of the project is to determine if CWD is having negative effects on mule deer population growth and sustainability, and tangentially to determine what other factors are contributing to population decline. The study will involve the use of GPS collars, radio telemetry, animal captures and antemortem CWD testing, GIS and other geospatial tools, population modeling, necropsy and diagnostic testing, nutritional analyses, habitat analyses, and other techniques as relevant. The student will spend a considerable amount of time in the field as well as in the laboratory, and should have a solid background in wildlife field techniques and a demonstrated interest in wildlife disease ecology and epidemiology with the aptitude to pursue advanced statistics, GIS , and disease ecology and modeling coursework. Significant coursework and service effort will be devoted to learning about other wildlife diseases as well as livestock and zoonotic diseases relevant to western North America through opportunities within the department and the Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory (WSVL). Ideal candidates will demonstrate an ability to work both collaboratively with a wide variety of wildlife professionals and independently when necessary to meet project objectives. It is expected that the chosen candidate also will participate in diagnostic service, teaching, and other duties within the department and at the WSVL. Applicants with a relevant Master’s degree or DVM are preferred, but outstanding candidates with a Bachelor’s degree may be considered. To be considered for this position please send (electronic submission preferred) a current curriculum vitae, letter of interest/career goals, and the names and contact information for three professional references to: Dr. Todd Cornish, Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory, University of Wyoming, 1174 Snowy Range Road, Laramie, WY 82070 USA, ( tcornish@uwyo.edu). Please feel free to contact Dr. Cornish with any questions about this position, either by email (above) or by telephone [(307) 742-6638 ]. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is identified.

NIH-sponsored Residency in Primate Medicine - Wake Forest University Primate Center

Training is offered at this AAALAC-Accredited facility in Winston-Salem, NC, under the guidance of a 16-member faculty, 14 of whom are veterinarians. Of those, five are board-certified by the AmericanCollege of Laboratory Animal Medicine, and 3 are board-certified by the AmericanCollege of Veterinary Pathologists.

The skills obtained in this residency are applicable in a wide variety of settings, including academia, zoo/wildlife medicine, or industry. The residency is part of our AmericanCollege of Laboratory Animal Medicine training program, and satisfies in part the requirements for board certification. Stipend is $65,000 per year, and includes health and disability benefits.

The core training includes daily hands-on clinical duty with faculty guidance, and courses in Medical Primatology, Primate Behavior and Psychological Well-Being, and Animal Models in Biomedical Research. Additional short courses include Management of Primate Breeding Colonies, Cost Accounting for Primate Facilities, and Occupational Health. Clinical rotations include not only clinical medicine but also diagnostic pathology. Experience with neotropical primates, baboons, and great apes will be obtained through externships to other primate facilities.

Interested individual should contact Dr. Nancy D. Kock 336-713-7389

Graduate Training in Wildlife Veterinary Pathology

The Department of Veterinary Pathology and the Canadian Cooperative Wildlife Health Centre (CCWHC) at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, Saskatoon , Saskatchewan , Canada , has on opening for a veterinarian with wildlife disease and pathology interests to pursue a MSc or PhD degree. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in the wildlife diagnostic service of the CCWHC and will be expected to undertake research related to wildlife diseases. The student will have ample opportunity to obtain anatomic pathology training in domestic animals and training to prepare for certifying examination of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists if desired. Various types of scholarship support are available. Qualified non-Canadian veterinarians are encouraged to apply. For further information contact via email: Dr. Gary Wobeser at gary.wobeser@usask.ca or Dr. Trent Bollinger at trent.bollinger@usask.ca.

Eko Tracks – Veterinary Student Opportunity in Africa

Eko Tracks offers a special interest course designed for students in veterinary science where you will meet and interact with wildlife veterinarians in South Africa , hands-on. Learn about the crucial role of veterinarians in the growing wildlife industry by participating in game capture operations, field and lab work. This course focuses on wildlife veterinary science, wildlife diseases and medicine, capture and care of wild animals, breeding of rare species, wildlife rehabilitation, ecosystems and biodiversity conservation.

Program highlights are a visit to the Onderstepoort Veterinary School , local community veterinary services and various wildlife rehabilitation centers where orphaned and injured wild animals are treated and cared for. Life in the bush, learning practical bush skills, tracking wildlife on foot and study wildlife behavior is an experience of a life time. Travel through the spectacular Drakensberg Escarpment while descending to the world famous Kruger National Park and spend a few days in this wildlife wonder of Africa . The highlight for veterinary students is to participate in hands-on game capture few people ever get to experience.

Eko Tracks, your agent in the USA is booking study abroad trips for the 2009 season now. Get a head start at this once in a life time educational experience and read more on www.ekotracks.com Application forms are downloadable.

Contact information: Werner Dörgeloh (PhD Wildlife Management);   Tel/Fax (919) 290-2832 info@ekotracks.com and www.ekotracks.com

Veterinary Internship in Wildlife & Conservation Medicine

The Department of Environmental and Population Health, Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine (TCSVM), offers a paid internship in Wildlife Medicine at its Wildlife Clinic housed in the Bernice Barbour Wildlife Medicine Building on Tufts' North Grafton , MA campus, pending funding.

The Wildlife Clinic provides diagnostic, surgical, and professional services for diverse wildlife species native to New England. The Clinic serves the six New England states.

The intern will spend the majority of her/his time on clinical service. Duties will include assisting with all aspects of patient care at the Tufts Wildlife Clinic including record-keeping, medical diagnostics, surgery and necropsy. In these activities, interns will assist clinicians on duty in teaching and supervising of fourth year students on rotation in the Clinic. The intern will have major responsibility for the supervision of the animal health program at the Ecotarium, a small regional zoo. Interns will be expected to be active participants in daily rounds and to participate in ongoing Clinic research programs. Interns will also gain teaching experience by assisting Wildlife Clinic faculty with both core and continuing education courses.

Candidates for the internship must possess the DVM, VMD or equivalent degree. Applicants must be graduates of AAVMC accredited veterinary schools. Interest or experience in ecology, conservation biology, wildlife management, pathology, toxicology or related disciplines is a plus.

Candidates should be committed to participating in and fostering close teamwork and must be able to demonstrate good communication skills and the ability to work with a wide variety of people.

Tufts University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Qualified women, minority candidates and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Application Procedure

Interested applicants should submit the following (either hard copy or email):

• curriculum vitae
• letter of interest, indicating career goals
• 3 letters of reference

Application date: Review of applications will begin on October 23, 2009 . Selected candidates will be required to travel to Tufts for interviews in November and December, with final selection made before January 15, 2010 . A June 13, 2010 starting date and a July 1, 2011 ending date are anticipated.

Applications should be submitted to: Flo Tseng, DVM, Wildlife Clinic, TCSVM , 200 Westboro Rd., N. Grafton , MA 01536 Flo.tseng@tufts.edu

Human Dimensions of Wildlife Health Management

A Ph.D. research assistantship is available in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University to a motivated student concerned with integration of biological and human dimensions of wildlife management.  I am searching specifically for a student who has interest or experience in wildlife health management, and interest or experience in the application of social science research to conservation.  Agency or post-graduate experience is desirable.
 
The student will be part of a multi-disciplinary team supported by the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies to improve capacity of state resource agencies in implementation of a National Fish and Wildlife Health Initiative.
 
Send letter of interest and purpose, CV, transcripts (unofficial acceptable), and GRE scores if you have them to:
 
Dr. Shawn J. Riley
Department of Fisheries and Wildlife
13 Natural Resources Building, MSU
East Lansing, MI 48824
e-mail: rileysh2@msu.edu
www.fw.msu.edu/people/riley/

Externship opportunity - Wildlife Clinic, Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine

Clinical Experience (to be gained during program): Tufts Wildlife Clinic is a full service wildlife hospital with two staff clinicians, intern, and veterinary technician.  Externs work with Tufts students to assume primary responsibility for case management of sick, injured, and orphaned native wildlife.  The Wildlife Clinic admits approximately 1600 cases/year; approximately 60% birds, 25% mammals, 10- 15% reptiles and amphibians.  

Responsibilities: Patient admissions, diagnostic procedures, medical/surgical procedures, record keeping, necropsies, animal husbandry, emergency on call duty, one grand rounds presentation. 

Duration:  2-4 weeks from May-September

Application Requests: Letter of interest, current CV, two letters of recommendation

Application Deadline: Fall of previous year

TB test/ Vaccinations: Current tetanus/rabies vaccinations

Postdoctoral position - Montana State University Bozeman / USGS National Wildlife Health Center , Madison , Wisconsin

A postdoctoral position is available to investigate the persistence and fate of chronic wasting disease and other prions in the environment and factors that may influence natural degradation of the infectious isoform of prion proteins. Work will be conducted primarily at the National Wildlife Health Center in Madison , Wisconsin , but also at Montana State University in Bozeman , Montana . The successful applicant should have a Ph.D. or equivalent, some grant writing experience, and a proven publication record.

Experience in environmental microbiology or biochemistry is preferred. A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered. To apply, email (rbessen@montana.edu) or send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references to: Dr. Richard A. Bessen Veterinary Molecular Biology, P.O. Box 173610 , Montana State University , Bozeman , Montana 59717 .

GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM SUPPORTED BY THE NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION

University of Wisconsin faculty working on issues of vulnerability and sustainability of the global environment were recently awarded an IGERT (Integrative Graduate Education, Research, and Training) <http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/igert/intro.jsp> grant from the National Science Foundation. The grant will provide two years of support to a small number of exceptional Ph.D. students and will establish a new graduate /Certificate on Humans and the Global Environment (CHANGE)/.

The CHANGE program involves faculty members in departments ranging across atmospheric and oceanic sciences, ecology, environmental studies, veterinary medicine to sociology.

*Features of the CHANGE-IGERT*

• Provides a two year stipend, tuition, and health insurance for 3-4 CHANGE Fellows each year. CHANGE Fellows are students who have been admitted to a UW-Madison Ph.D. program and have separately applied to receive IGERT support. View our *CHANGE Fellows page* <http://www.sage.wisc.edu/IGERT/fellows.html> for more information on these opportunities. Note: Only U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents can be funded as CHANGE Fellows.
• Incorporates a graduate certificate Certificate on Humans and the Global Environment (CHANGE) that can be added to any graduate degree in an environmentally related discipline. For more information, *view the Certificate on Humans and the Global Environment web page* <http://www.sage.wisc.edu/IGERT/certificate.html>.
• Trains participating students to work more effectively across disciplinary boundaries by providing classes, training, research, and teaching opportunities that encourage collaboration and joint problem solving.
• Promotes research that focuses on understanding the links between human and non-human elements in natural systems so that vulnerabilities can be identified and sustainable solutions can be developed and promoted. Current themes include:

- Systems Analysis of Global Environmental Processes and Dynamics

- Globalization and Global Environmental Change: Knowledge, Institutions and Governance

- Textures of Place: Geography, History, Ecology, and Politics

- Transdisciplinary Approaches to Pedagogy, Management, and Organization in Global Environment Studies

• Builds a community of scholars across the UW-Madison campus and beyond whose research focuses on issues of environmental sustainability on a wide variety of spatial and temporal scales. Explore our *core faculty web page* <http://www.sage.wisc.edu/IGERT/faculty.html> for more information on the specific research interests of IGERT affiliated faculty.

Prof. Jon Foley, Director, Center for Sustainability and the Global Environment (SAGE) Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies University of Wisconsin, Madison 1710 University Avenue Madison , WI 53726 jfoley@wisc.edu <mailto:jfoley@wisc.edu> (email) -- www.sage.wisc.edu <http://www.sage.wisc.edu/> (web) 608.265.9119 (phone)

University of Wisconsin/Milwaukee County Zoo Zoological Medicine and Surgery Residency Training Program

Program description: This program is a three-year residency in Zoological Medicine. The residency, mentored by two Diplomates of the American College of Zoological Medicine (ACZM), is a collaborative effort between the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine ( SVM) and the Milwaukee County Zoo (MCZ), with the participation of International Crane Foundation (ICF), United States Geological Survey Wildlife Health Center ( WHC), Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources ( DNR), and the Henry Vilas Zoo and the UW Research Animal Resource Center (RARC). The resident is selected through the American Association of Veterinary Clinicians Veterinary Internship and Residency Matching Program. There is one resident per three-year term.

The trainee is primary clinician on all assigned Special Species Health Service (SSHS) clinical cases presented to the Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital (VMTH) during his/her period of rotation. The SSHS case load ranges across a variety of mammals, birds, reptiles, as well as amphibians and fish species. The VMTH is responsible for the health care program at the International Crane Foundation where 15 species of cranes are maintained. The resident is intended to spend a minimum of 4 weeks per year at the ICF. The MCZ has an extensive inventory of zoological species including non-human primates, hoofstock, megavertebrates, fish, birds, reptiles and amphibians. The resident is responsible (under supervision by one of the staff veterinarians) for the daily primary care of clinical cases at the MCZ for a minimum period of 3 months per year. T his residency is primarily focused on captive species in zoological collections, but training in free-ranging wildlife is emphasized through collaborative projects between the DNR , WHC , VMTH and MCZ, such as the ongoing Massassauga and timber rattlesnake telemetry studies, and Chronic Wasting Disease field projects. The trainee will be involved in various aspects of the Whooping Crane Reintroduction Program. The SSHS also acts as consultant to the Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison.

Comparative pathology is an important aspect of the resident's training at the WHC and the MCZ. Zoo pathology rounds are held twice monthly with faculty and residents involved in the pathology and clinical training programs to review histological specimens provided by necropsies and surgical biopsies from the MCZ, SSHS and RARC. The resident is encouraged to review the literature covering zoological and wildlife medicine and management, by regularly scheduled journal discussions. The resident is expected to participate actively in these monthly meetings. Daily case-related rounds at the VMTH, which include faculty, residents and students, require review of recent literature. The resident is required to publish at least one manuscript in a peer-reviewed journal based on an original investigation. The resident is expected to present results of this research at the annual AAZV conference prior to or during their third year. In addition, it is expected that the resident will also meet the publication requirements for American College of Zoological Medicine qualification to have 5 first author publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Two faculty at the UW- SVM, Joanne Paul-Murphy DVM and an incoming faculty still to be selected, are diplomates in the ACZM. Joanne Paul-Murphy has been active in the ACZM and is well aware of the commitment that is required to mentor an individual towards ACZM certification. The trainee will be assigned one of the two diplomates as their principal advisor. In addition, one of the two staff veterinarians at the MCZ will also act as co-advisor. The SSHS staff also includes one clinical instructor position, Barry Hartup DVM, Ph.D. the Director of Veterinary Services at the ICF. The SSHS has one certified veterinary technician assigned to the service. The ICF is staffed by a full-time certified veterinary technician. The MCZ is staffed by two full-time veterinarians, Roberta Wallace DVM and Victoria Clyde DVM, and two animal health technicians.

 The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredits the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine, and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredit the Milwaukee County Zoo. The Wildlife Health Center is a reference laboratory for United States endangered species and wildlife disease related issues. The SSHS case load averages 100 cases per month. The resident is the primary clinician for the SSHS for at least 7 months per year. The MCZ averages over 3,000 medical entries per year, which provides the resident with a minimum of 100 cases per month. The resident works closely with one clinical instructor at the International Crane Foundation (ICF), one adjunct faculty at the Henry Vilas Zoo and one adjunct faculty at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources ( DNR), and benefits from interaction with clinical faculty throughout the VMTH, including board-certified anesthesiologists, radiologists, ophthalmologists, cardiologists, oncologists, surgeons, neurologists, dermatologists and internists. At the MCZ, the resident works closely with both staff veterinarians, and one of the two experienced veterinarians will act as a primary supervisor for the resident's training program while at the MCZ.

The trainee also participates and teaches in the SSHS courses: avian health, reptile health, laboratory animal medicine, wildlife diseases, wildlife management techniques, restraint and immobilization of exotic animals, physical examination and handling of non-traditional companion animals, and nutrition of exotic animals.

Qualified applicants must have a DVM degree from an accredited College of Veterinary Medicine or an equivalent degree. Application should be made through the American Association of Veterinary Clinicians Veterinary Intern/Resident Matching Program. Applicants can submit a resume, University transcripts, Veterinary School GPA and class rank, letter of career goals, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Dale Bjorling, Department of Surgical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, 2015 Linden Drive West, University of Wisconsin, Madison Wisconsin, 53706.

For more details see: http://vmthpub.vetmed.wisc.edu/sa_services/special_species/residency.htm

Envirovet Summer Institute

Envirovet Summer Institute  is 7-week immersion-style summer course for veterinarians and veterinary students from around the world aimed at educating, informing, engaging and inspiring animal health professionals of all backgrounds and nationalities to become integral members of teams protecting animal, human and ecosystem health.  The course is led by Dr. Val Beasley, DVM, PhD (University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign) in close collaboration with the University of California, Davis Wildlife Health Center; key partners include White Oak Plantation and Conservation Center, St. Catherines Island Foundation, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, and this year, Sokoine University of Agriculture (Tanzania) and Tanzania National Parks. This year's course was held from June 17 - August 6, 2008, and the class was comprised of 27 students from eight countries:  the United States (17); Canada (1); Sri Lanka (3); India (1); Uganda (1); Nigeria (1); Tanzania (2); and Mexico (1). Students gained knowledge and skills in a variety of subjects, including (but not limited to): biodiversity; climate change; terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem health; wildlife immobilization; endangered species reproduction; disease at the wildlife/livestock interface; grantsmanship; media training; zoonoses; epidemiology, population modeling; public health; ecological economics; and protected areas management. Having trained more than 400 veterinarians from more than 40 nations to date in the "One Health" approach, this almost 20-year-old program is entering a new phase in its development, transitioning to independent non-profit status and seeking new partners to ensure long-term sustainability of the program. Those interested in enrolling in the 2009 course or in partnering with the organization are encouraged to contact Dr. Val Beasley <val@illinois.edu> or Dr. Kirsten Gilardi <kvgilardi@ucdavis.edu>.  To learn more about the program, please visit Envirovet's website:   http://vetmed.illinois.edu/envirovet/program.html .

The goal of the Envirovet Summer Institute is to create a force of scientists with unique perspectives, knowledge, skills, and expertise required to implement an efficient approach to ecosystem repair that will enable synchronous gains in wildlife, domestic animal, human, and economic health.

Envirovet Summer Institute will provide seven weeks of intensive lecture, laboratory and field experiences to veterinarians, veterinary students and wildlife biologists in the area of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem health in developed and developing country contexts. The program will highlight the transdisciplinary cooperative nature of work required for effective wildlife and ecosystem research, management, and long-term problem-solving.

Each participant in Envirovet Summer Institute will engage in comprehensive classroom, laboratory, and field interactions from mid-June to the beginning of August. Individuals with determination, stamina, sense of purpose, keen intelligence, and capacity to envision and pursue positive outcomes in the face of incomplete knowledge and institutional inertia are invited to apply for admission to the Envirovet Summer Institute.

Continuing Education Opportunities

Charles Louis Davis Foundation for the Advancement of Veterinary Pathology: For upcoming Meetings see: http://www.afip.org/CLDavis/CLDavis.meetings.htm

Related Job Links

The Wildlife Disease Association

The American Zoo and Aquarium Association

The American Association of Zoo Veterinarians

The National Wildlife Health Center

International Wildlife Rehabilitation Center