Conservation Research Specialist - Winnipeg, Canada - Assiniboine Park Conservancy

Assiniboine Park Conservancy

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Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Conservation Research Specialist (Geonomics)

Permanent, Non Union

Wage:
$55,000 per annum

Full-time (37.5 hrs/week) 8:00AM to 4:00 PM (Occasional overtime, evenings, weekend, and field work will be required)

About Assiniboine Park Conservancy

Creating the future vision for one of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada's most prized treasures, Assiniboine Park Conservancy (APC) located at 55 Pavilion Crescent in Winnipeg is the not-for-profit organization that oversees Assiniboine Park's operations and ensures its ongoing redevelopment and financial viability.

Our team is inspired to create and deliver extraordinary experiences for the people who visit and use the Park and Zoo including building friendly, supportive, effective relationships with stakeholders, community and the general public.

The Opportunity

Conservation Research Specialists (CRS) are responsible for implementing the conservation and research goals of Assiniboine Park Conservancy as part of the Conservation and Research team.

The CRS (genomics) will work individually and within a team to conduct high quality research that supports conservation and animal welfare decisions.

They will ensure the smooth and safe operations of the conservation laboratory at Assiniboine Park Zoo and be responsible for generating genetic and genomic data.

They will work with the team to write grant-funding proposals, conduct research, and communicate progress and results to a wide variety of stakeholders.

This will involve researching grant funding opportunities, contributing to the development and implementation of internal research and conservation projects, maintaining high standards of data collection while conducting research, facilitating approved research by external scientists, and communicating results and conservation messages.

Specific responsibilities include:

Generating and interpreting genetic and genomic data to support conservation and research goals, managing the day to day functions of the conservation laboratory, contributing to grant proposal writing, data collection in the zoo, lab, and in the field, assisting in the coordination and implementation of research in the zoo by external scientists, communication of research and conservation progress and results, implementation of conservation programs where directed, and related duties as required.

Responsibilities include:

Maintain high standards relating to data collection, archiving, analysis, and communication.
Assist in obtaining grants to support conservation and research projects, including researching grant funding opportunities, preparing funding proposals, and assisting in reporting communicating outcomes.
Collect data in accordance with academic community standards, scientific rigor, and zoo policies and procedures.
Conduct approved research within the zoo and at field sites.
Assist student research projects where necessary.
Conduct data analysis and present results in a variety of formats when required.
Generating genetic and genomic data to support conservation and research goals.
Contribute to the smooth and safe running of the laboratory.
Conduct data analysis and present results in a variety of formats when required.

Required Qualifications

Minimum MSc in biological science or related field with the completion of a thesis at this level or higher
Must possess a valid Manitoba Driver's License
Must be able to obtain a Firearms Possession and Acquisition License
Experience in experimental design and scientific research methodologies
Experience with laboratory methods needed to generate molecular ecology data (e.g., DNA extraction, PCR amplification, quality control and data management)
Experience managing large genomic datasets (conservation relevant analysis skills considered an asset)
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

What we have to offer:

Comprehensive Health and Dental Plan
Participation in APC's group RRSP plan with 6% employer contribution
Minimum of three (3) weeks paid vacation annually
Paid sick leave and long term disability plan
Employee Assistance Plan
An Inclusive work environment
Zoo & Leaf membership
Free parking
Park discounts
Beautiful Park setting

Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

How to apply:

All interested applicants can submit their résumé and cover letter on our career website:

Deadline to apply:
December 8, 2023
We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.