Conservation
Physiology Technician
Permanent – 40 hours
per week
Chester Zoo is one
of the leading zoological collections in Europe with an international
reputation for achieving its mission in conservation breeding programmes,
research and education.
We are currently
recruiting for a Conservation Physiology Technician which will support Chester
Zoo science activities through the provision of technical lab skills which
contribute to the identification of physiological biomarkers that can be used
to assess the relationship between the environment, fitness and welfare in
wildlife helping to establish us as a centre of excellence for conservation
breeding and animal welfare.
The Role
Our Conservation
Physiology Technician will provide an effective technical service ensuring
accurate and timely laboratory results which contribute to exploring the
physiological biomarkers that can be used to assess fitness and welfare in
wildlife. In addition to routine enzyme immunoassay analysis they will
effectively explore and validate new innovative biomarkers and lab techniques
(e.g. Chromatography (HPLC/GS) and/or Mass Spectrometry). Provide professional
technical training support to the society’s staff and collaborators both within
and outside the zoo and promote best practice in conservation physiology
research. Participate in scientific communication opportunities to establish
Chester Zoo as a centre of excellence for the field of conservation physiology.
Support the Head of Applied Science to progress our understanding of
conservation physiology through the technical support of targeted,
collaborative research and problem-solving in line with the society’s values
and needs. Contribute to published research through effective dissemination of
the materials and methods sections of manuscripts. Effective delivery of
external Biological Sample Requests
The ideal candidate
will have:
•
A Bachelor’s degree in a science related field
•
Evidence of substantial laboratory experience
•
High proficiency with enzyme immune assays (validation and
troubleshooting)
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Experience with chromatography (HPLC/GS) and/or mass spectrometry
•
Experience with a variety of sample types (e.g. faecal/urine) and
preparation procedures (extraction/concentration)
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Demonstrated ability to manage a lab to a high standard
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Experience with technical lab training
•
Ability to present information clearly and concisely in verbal
presentations and written communications
•
Proven ability to work in and contribute to a team environment
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A strong commitment to animal health and well-being and conservation
•
Evidence of contributions to peer-reviewed publications is desirable
•
Knowledge and experience of zoo operations is desirable
Hours of work are 40
hours per week, worked Monday-Friday.
Salary is £24,017
per annum based on a 40 working week.
To apply for this
position, please provide your current CV and covering letter stating why you
believe you should be considered for our Conservation Physiology Technician
role to http://www.chesterzoo.org/footer/careers.
Application URL : http://www.chesterzoo.careers/applynow/f0eb21eff8c6565?s=ZooNewsDigest
Closing date for
applications is 22nd May 2016.
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