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From: ECOLOG-L <[log in to unmask]> on behalf of Lisa Faust <[log in to unmask]>
Reply-To: Lisa Faust <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Monday, June 26, 2017 at 9:29 AM
To: ECOLOG-L <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: [ECOLOG-L] Population Biologists - Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago
Resent-From: Jim Schneider <[log in to unmask]>
Resent-Date: Monday, June 26, 2017 at 9:47 AM

The Lincoln Park Zoo is posting two positions for Associate Population
Biologist at the AZA Population Management Center.  For more information
and to apply, go to http://www.lpzoo.org/careers

GENERAL SUMMARY

Provides scientific and logistical assistance to the cooperatively managed
animal programs of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
Collaborates with staff at zoos around the country to support the
management of zoo populations. Initiates and collaborates in data analyses
and research related to the management of small populations of animals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

•           Work with Studbook Keepers and Species Coordinators from zoos
around the country to prepare pedigree (“studbook”) databases for
analysis; complete standard demographic and genetic analyses on the
populations; and develop recommendations for future breedings in
cooperatively managed conservation programs.
•           Assist in the preparation and publication of reports on population
analyses and breeding recommendations, and facilitate communication of
these to zoos participating in the breeding programs.
•           Analyze databases and other records to resolve issues related to
animal population management.
•           Conduct and/or participate in research and development of
techniques for demographic and genetic management of animal populations.
•           Provide assistance (via phone, email, internet conferencing or in
person) to studbook keepers and species coordinators on questions related
to database analyses and population management.
•           Participate in training of population management topics to zoo
professionals, Lincoln Park Zoo visitors and staff, and other audiences as
needed.
•           Travel to AZA related conferences and meetings.
•           Develop and/or assist with the development and maintenance of
population management software.
•           Collaborate on the Lincoln Park Zoo’s team approach to
conservation and management research projects.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

•           Successful candidates must have strong computer and organizational
skills;
•           Successful candidates would likely have a strong background in
population biology, use and interpretation of simulation and deterministic
models, and broad biological knowledge of species biologies;
•           Must be detail oriented, capable of handling multiple tasks, and
be able to work independently and as part of a team
•           Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort
with speaking publicly to a variety of audiences
•           Well-developed interpersonal skills. Ability to work well with
diverse people in the AZA community – tactful, mature, flexible. Able to
facilitate large meetings with diverse stakeholders.
•           Ability to interact courteously and respectfully with supervisors,
fellow employees, volunteers, zoo visitors, general public, and others
within the AZA.
•           A commitment to wildlife conservation through management of wild
and zoo populations;
•           A willingness to participate in the Lincoln Park Zoo’s team
approach to projects.


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

•           Master’s Degree is required.  Experience with zoo based population
management programs is desirable. Must be able to work up to 10 weekends
per year.