Research Assistant I - Rota Island - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Assistant assists with some or all of the following tasks: the gathering and analysis of research data from the laboratory or the field; attending to the needs of animals in managed care, plants, biological samples, and/or community members. This position reports to a Supervisor level or higher in the Conservation Science & Wildlife Health department. The Research Assistant will work with the Research Coordinator and team, to conduct artificial incubation, hand-rearing, and general husbandry duties of Aga including maintaining enclosures and facilities. The Research Assistant will also assist with data collection, observations, and research. The Research Assistant will also be responsible for timely data entry and proofing, participation in team meetings, and helping the team ensure that project objectives, milestones, and research goals are met. This position is located on the small island of Rota, CNMI and involves outdoor work in hot tropical conditions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in biology, zoology, botany, or a related field or equivalent specialized training.
Training in methodology and equipment used in the assigned area of biological research, animal care, diagnostics, social science, or science communication.
Ability to operate moderately complex computer software programs.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to attend to the needs of assigned research collections and/or community members.
Ability to learn and perform data and sample gathering techniques.
Ability to work effectively with others in a diverse environment and with diverse populations.
Skilled aviculturist.
Animal husbandry, observation, and research skills.

Nice To Haves

Some experience and/or certification in conducting laboratory or field-based research.
Experience with science communication or interpretation of scientific concepts.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of laboratory, diagnostic, animal care, educational, and/or field duties.
Collect, collate, maintain, process, and/or analyze records relevant to current projects (e.g., biological samples).
Prepare, arrange, and maintain records for sample and/or wildlife shipments.
Collect and record data utilizing spreadsheet and database systems.
Document, file, and maintain records.
Maintain supply inventories and prepares purchase requisitions.
Assist with repair and maintain of equipment and supplies.
Learn and master project or program processes.
Conduct artificial incubation, hand-rearing, and general husbandry duties of Aga including maintaining enclosures and facilities.
Assist with data collection, observations, and research.
Timely data entry and proofing.
Participate in team meetings.
Help the team ensure that project objectives, milestones, and research goals are met.