Postdoctoral Fellow - Scarborough, Canada - Toronto Zoo

Toronto Zoo

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Scarborough, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Branch:
Wildlife Science

Duration: 24 months (Non-Permanent)

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

Number of Positions Open: 1

Looking for a career with a dynamic organization that is committed to protecting wildlife? We are interested in dedicated individuals who are positive, enthusiastic, and passionate about connecting people, animals, and conservation science to fight extinction.

Your Toronto Zoo makes animal well-being a priority in all operations and shows respect for all wildlife.

Caribou Biobanking Project - This position will oversee the development and assessment of methods for establishing a living cell bank from zoo-housed and free-ranging caribou, including sample collection and processing for genomic analysis and sperm/oocyte cryopreservation. Engagement and relationship-building with multiple external partners is required and expertise in cellular biology is an asset.

Responsibilities:

Oversight of a defined research project, including grant writing, experimental design, data collection, partner communication, student training, and related tasks.
Oversees grant/donor funding reports and ensures proper use of financial resources to carry out research investigations.
Liaises with Wildlife Science teams as required to implement research project objectives.
Develops and strengthens existing liaisons with academic, zoological, governmental and similar organizations as related to the research project.
Oversees training of students assigned to the same project, including graduate and undergraduate students.
Responsible for care and maintenance of the laboratories, including purchasing of supplies and equipment related to research project.
Communicates results of research project to Zoo staff, volunteers, the scientific community and the public, and interacts with the media as a scientific resource as needed.
Publishes research data in scientific journals and conference proceedings.
Provides updates of activities for board and annual reports.
Actively seeks external funding for research project, in consultation with Toronto Zoo Wildlife Conservancy staff, as appropriate.

Qualifications:

Must possess a PhD from a recognized institution in Science (Reproductive, Veterinary, Welfare, Nutrition, Conservation or other) and research experience, preferably working with nondomestic animals.
Must have research experience with techniques related to the Science Team functions.
Must have demonstrated ability to publish results in peer reviewed journals and obtain external funding.
Ability to prepare research papers, reports and give formal presentation to groups and individuals.
Must be knowledgeable in the use of computerized programs and systems, including Microsoft Office 36
Welldeveloped interpersonal skills, along with strong communications skills, including excellent writing skills and the ability to speak confidently in public.
Must have a working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and WHMIS legislation.
Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
The Toronto Zoo values the importance of inclusive recruitment practices and strives to create a workplace that reflects and celebrates the rich diversity of our city. Please let us know if you require specific accommodations to be in place before you begin the interview process. Personal information gathered as a result of this posting is collected under the authority of the City of Toronto Act and Bylaw No and will be used to determine eligibility for this job posting.

Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to:
Ms. S. Findlay-Thompson, Manager, Human Resources _

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Job Type:
Permanent

Work Location:
In person