Dr. Mike Cranfield Summer Research Extern

Maryland Zoo•Baltimore, MD

42d•$15

About The Position

The Dr. Mike Cranfield Summer Research Extern will be responsible for performing research project(s) that focus on topics relevant to the Zoo’s collection animals and/or conservation initiatives. Based on the clinical research, the Research Extern will develop a formal manuscript for journal publication. Primary authorship with submission of the manuscript to a peer-reviewed journal will be encouraged, but is not guaranteed. In addition, the Veterinary Research Extern may have the opportunity to shadow veterinary staff and assist veterinary staff in hospital operations and animal care, as well as participate in local field work. Additionally, the Veterinary Research Extern will support the Zoo's mission to save wildlife and protect wild places and contribute to its environmental, social, governance sustainability, conservation, education, and DEAI (Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion) goals.

Requirements

Qualified candidates must be officially associated with a university as an undergraduate, graduate, or veterinary student.
Veterinary students in their first or second year of their programs (prior to their clinical years) are eligible.
Students interested in pursuing careers related to biology, animal sciences, or veterinary medicine are encouraged to apply.
Completion of online application
Required documents must be uploaded to online application
Letter of intent (including available dates)
CV
College transcript
2 reference letters
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Scientific Writing
Literature Review
Must be able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including computer, telephone, hand tools, animal restraint and capture devices, etc.
Various medical machines, tools, and equipment
Must be able to exert up to 70 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Must be able to remain on feet for periods of time, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull, climb, balance
Must be able to travel large areas of the Zoo as needed
Must be able to work in an outdoor weather environment in all seasons and weather, including heat/humidity, cold temperatures, and/or wet conditions
Ability to work a flexible schedule to include weekends, holidays, and special events
Must be able to work while wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment
Contact with hazardous chemicals, animal related injury and anesthesia equipment
Exposure to zoonotic diseases and risk of animal attack

Nice To Haves

Ability to work with a wide variety of individuals from ethnic, cultural and economic backgrounds
Extremely well-organized
Strong communication, time management, interpersonal and follow-up skills
Ability to visualize, comprehend and analyze data
Self-directed, collaborative and detail-oriented

Responsibilities

Perform sample collection
Maintain detailed and accurate records
Facilitate the research design process
Review medical and pathology records
Collaborate with the veterinarians and clinical hospital manager to order, prepare, and organize all project materials, as needed
Complete a literature review and execute scientific writing related to the research project(s)
Perform laboratory testing as needed
Promote the mission of The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
Perform other duties as assigned
Adhere to all policies and procedures of the Zoo
Communicate effectively and in writing with the veterinarians, curators, conservation staff, and hospital staff
Correspond in a professional and timely manner with individuals from industry organizations
Prepare a formal manuscript for journal publication
Prepare grant proposals, as needed
Present research results to Zoo staff and/or as a formal presentation at scientific meeting(s) as appropriate