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The Wildlife Disease Association acts as a means to distribute information on wildlife health-related job opportunities and is dedicated to providing information to wildlife professionals and interested parties about training programs and activities focused on wildlife health issues. To post ads and opportunities, please send to the Website Editor and Newsletter Editor. Postings will remain on the website for three months or until the application date has passed. |
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Head Zoo Veterinarian, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Start date: October 2008 Applicants should submit a letter of intent, a Curriculum Vitae / resume and contact information for three (3) references to Dr. Della Garelle via email at dgarelle@cmzoo.org www.cmzoo.org Residency Training in Zoo and Wildlife Pathology, Research Associate (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 17, 2008 to receive fullest consideration. Anticipated start date is on or about July 1, 2009. Interested applicants should submit a resume, veterinary college transcripts, letter of career goals, and three letters of reference to: Postdoctoral Position – Avian Influenza and Wild Birds Location: USGS Western Ecological Research Center Field Station, VallejoBegin Date: Fall 2008 End Date: 2 years from start Compensation: $31,668 - 39,900/yr (full-time, Postdoctoral Scholar Level 1, depending on experience) Deadline: 18 August 2008 or until filled (electronic submission preferred). Principal Investigators: Dr. John Takekawa (USGS), and Dr. Walter Boyce (UCD) We seek candidates for a challenging postdoctoral position to conduct research on the ecology of wild waterbird migration and their role in the transmission of avian influenza. The position is for two years with possible extension. The applicant must have a Ph.D. in wildlife biology, wildlife disease, or a related field with proven publication experience and ability to lead remote fieldwork in countries affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 to capture and mark waterbirds with satellite transmitters. Specifically, we are seeking an individual who is able to design and conduct original research on waterbird ecology and disease, interact with a multi-disciplinary team representing a variety of national and international organizations, and travel to Pacific coast and international field sites as necessary to complete research objectives. The successful candidate is expected to prepare or assist in manuscripts submitted to peer-reviewed journals, as well as government reports, develop website content, analyze and process location data, and attend and present at scientific meetings. The position will be located off-campus at a USGS field station in Vallejo, California. Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, including list of publications, a cover letter describing their present research activity, and contact information for three referees to: john_takekawa@usgs.gov or Dr. John Y. Takekawa USGS 505 Azuar Drive Vallejo, CA 94592, USA Posted 2 August 2008 PhD Position in Disease Ecology Veterinary Epidemiologist The Department of Veterinary Sciences and Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory (WSVL) at the University of Wyoming, are seeking a veterinary epidemiologist for a full-time, tenure-track position in the Department of Veterinary Sciences at the assistant professor level. Responsibilities of this position will entail approximately 35% commitment to professional service (animal disease investigation), 20% teaching and advising, 40% research, and 5% extension, University and public service. Minimum qualifications include a DVM with at least 3 years of specialized training and/or experience in veterinary epidemiology. A PhD in epidemiology or a closely related discipline and with several years experience in animal disease investigation may be considered. Strong preference will be given to candidates who possess both the professional and research degrees, and who have broad knowledge of diseases of domestic animals and wildlife and livestock production systems. The successful candidate will conduct and/or participate in animal disease investigations from a base in the Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory and provide biostatistical consultation to other faculty in the department, college and university as needed. This position is highly collaborative, and the ability to work cooperatively is a must. Likely collaborators include the Wyoming Departments of Health and Agriculture, the Wyoming State Livestock Board, USDA-APHIS, Wyoming Geographical Information Science Center, and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. He/she must be proficient in both oral and written presentation and will be expected to present relevant animal disease data to livestock producers, professional (continuing education) audiences and the general public. He/she must also be able to work with livestock producers, wildlife biologists, etc. The successful candidate will also be expected to develop an extramurally funded research program in the candidate’s area of interest that complements existing programs in the Department and College of Agriculture. Special emphasis is placed on spontaneous diseases that occur at the wildlife/livestock interface. Teaching responsibilities include developing and teaching a 3 credit hour Epidemiology course, for the UW interdepartmental Microbiology program, and guest lectures in other courses taught by the Department or College. Laramie, population approximately 29,000, is located in a scenic, semi-rural intermountain region of southeastern Wyoming in close proximity to the cities of Cheyenne, WY; Denver, and Fort Collins, CO. Opportunities for outdoor recreation abound. Review of applications will begin September 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. The start date is negotiable but January, 2009 would be desirable. Interested parties should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references to Dr. Merl Raisbeck, c/o Ms. Beth Howell, 1174 Snowy Range Road, Laramie, WY 82070. Electronic submission is greatly preferred (bethlee@uwyo.edu). The application letter should indicate the applicant’s short and long-term goals regarding both research and teaching and outline his/her qualifications for the position described. Additional information concerning the University of Wyoming http://www.uwyo.edu, Department of Veterinary Sciences http://uwadmnweb.uwyo.edu/VETSCI/, or WSVL http://wyovet.uwyo.edu/, can be found at these websites. Peace Corps is Seeking Environmental Professionals!
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