Applications are invited for a Residency in Zoological Medicine

Applications are invited for a Residency in Zoological Medicine

School of Veterinary Sciences

Langford House, Langford

North Somerset BS40 5DU

Tel: Office (0117) 928 9804

E-Mail: vet-ems@bristol.ac.uk

Title of studentship:        Residency (MSc) in Veterinary Science  - Zoological Medicine

Faculty/School/Department(s)        University of Bristol, School of Veterinary Sciences

Location        Bristol Zoo Gardens / The Wild Place Project / University of Bristol / Langford Vets

Stipend        £18,096 + living allowance (Tax Free)

Mode of Attendance        Full time

Programme duration         Residency Three Years

Application Closing date        4th June 2017

Applications are invited for a Residency in Zoological Medicine.

For the residency we seek a veterinary surgeon, ideally with at least 2 years post-graduate exotic/zoo animal experience, which may include a suitable internship. The resident will study towards a taught Masters in Veterinary Science and the European Diploma in Zoological Medicine (Zoo Health Management speciality). The resident will be involved in clinical work and clinical research and will be expected to submit for publication manuscripts based on their research work during the programme.

The MSc in Veterinary Science will develop your clinical research skills and enhance universally important skills such as scientific writing, critical reading and statistical analysis of data. The programme is open to veterinary graduates holding a degree registrable with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.

How to apply:

Please make an online application for this studentship at http://www.bris.ac.uk/pg-howtoapply. Please select MSc in Veterinary Science on the Programme Choice page.

If assistance is needed when completing the application form 

please email fohs-pgadmissions@bristol.ac.uk or call on 0117 331 6824

Interviews will take place w/c 5th June 2017

Candidate requirements: 

Experience in clinical practice is essential.  If English is your second language you will need to provide evidence that meet the programme’s English language entry level requirements.  Further information regarding this can be found on the University’s website: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/language-requirements/profile-a/

You must be, or eligible to be, a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.

The Residency will start on 10th July 2017.

Contacts: For informal enquires please contact:

Ms M G Barrows at M.Barrows@bristol.ac.uk

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +971 50 4787 122 | elvinhow@gmail.com | Skype: peter.dickinson48

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2 x Animal Keepers

2 x Animal Keepers

1x Full time 37.5 hours per week

1x Part-time 22.5 hours per week

Wild Place Project is a beautiful and rapidly expanding part of Bristol Zoological Society.

We are extremely proud of our brand and rely on our knowledgeable and dedicated staff to promote our commitment to providing a sustainable future for wild life and people. It takes hard work, passion and a real sense of community to ensure the success of our attractions, as well as providing a memorable experience for all of our guests.

We are really excited by the new addition of giraffe to our site this year and to help our site develop this project, we are recruiting for two roles to join our Animal Department.

We have one full-time position and one part-time position both of which will be working as part of the section rota, which will include weekends and bank holidays. 

Key elements of this position include a range of animal husbandry, including nutrition and health management.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a proven record of expertise in animal management, with particular experience of working with giraffe. Previous employment and/or voluntary work in a recognised animal collection, wildlife rehabilitation or field conservation programme is essential.

The full-time starting salary is £18,217 per annum for keepers with appropriate professional qualifications (e.g. DMZAA or relevant degree plus work experience). The full-time starting salary is £15,581 per annum for the unqualified keeper position, until such qualifications are gained.

Full details, including job descriptions and person specifications, are available at www.bristolzoo.org.uk or www.wildplace.org.uk/about-us/Jobs

If you would like to apply, please send a full CV and covering letter to hr@bristolzoo.org.uk to reach us no later than 19th March, 2017.

Due to the expected number of applications, we will only be contacting those who have been shortlisted for interview. 

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +971 50 4787 122 | elvinhow@gmail.com | Skype: peter.dickinson48

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Animal Keeper & Experiences Presenter

Animal Keeper & Experiences Presenter

Part time – 52.5 hours per fortnight, permanent position

Salary £10,433 per annum

Bristol Zoological Society is recruiting for a part time animal keeper & Experiences Presenter to join the team at Wild Place Project which is now in its third year of operation and expanding fast.

Building on and celebrating the natural environment, Wild Place Project is an invigorating setting that brings nature and the woodland to life. This family-led attraction focuses on fun, play and learning with children and adults being inspired to protect threatened habitats on their doorsteps as well as around the globe.

This is a new exciting role as part of the animal team, working day to day with the collection, but you will also be focusing on delivering our expanding animal experiences as well as our animal talks and presentations. You must have excellent communication skills and have the ability to deal with any problems that may arise. You will be crucial for ensuring our conservation and wildlife message is top priority, but you will be required to be flexible and assist with wider day to day operating duties as and when necessary. 

The successful applicant will ideally either be an experienced mammal keeper, who is accustomed to delivering excellent talks, or have worked within a presentations role within a zoological establishment. Ideally you will have at least two years’ full time experience of working with a variety of mammal species. Applicants should be educated to at least GCSE level to include English and a biological science and ideally have studied zoology, conservation or an animal science within further education. The successful applicant will be expected to study for the DMZAA qualification in Zoo Animal Management if he/she doesn’t already have this qualification or an acceptable equivalent.  

Visit our website www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and details on how to apply for this position.  This position will close at 10.00 am on Friday, 26^th June, interviews will be held on Friday, 10^th July 2015.  

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Animal Keeper

Animal Keeper

Full time – 37.5 hours per week, permanent position

Salary £14,613 per annum

The Wild Place Project is now in its second year of operation and expanding fast. Due to this we have an exciting new position within the animal department. Bristol Zoological Society is proud to be continuing on its journey towards achieving the ultimate goal of the National Wildlife Conservation Park.

Building on and celebrating the natural environment, Wild Place will be an invigorating setting that brings nature and the woodland to life. This family-led attraction will focus on fun, play and learning with children and adults being inspired to protect threatened habitats on their doorsteps as well as around the globe.

This role will be part of the animal team and be crucial for ensuring our conservation and wildlife message is top priority, but you will be required to be flexible and assist with wider day to day operating duties as and when necessary. 

Experience of working within a zoological collection is not essential but would be beneficial.  Knowledge of mammal husbandry would be an advantage.  Applicants should be educated to at least GCSE level and include English and a biological science. The successful applicant will be expected to study for the DMZAA qualification in Zoo Animal Management if he/she doesn’t already have this qualification. 

Visit our website www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and details on applying for this position. Closing date for applications is 12noon on Monday 6th October 2014.

 

Interviews will be held on either Thursday 9th October or Friday 10th October 2014.

Due to the expected number of applications we will only be contacting those shortlisted for interview.

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Head of Operations

Head of Operations

Full time – 37.5 hours per week, permanent position

Salary range £33,000 - £36,000 per annum

Bristol Zoological Society is proud and excited to have taken the first step on a journey towards achieving the ultimate goal of the National Wildlife Conservation Park by opening the Wild Place project in the summer of 2013.

Building on and celebrating the natural environment, the Wild Place project is an invigorating setting that brings nature and the woodland to life. This family-led attraction focuses on fun, play and learning with children and adults being inspired to protect threatened habitats on their doorsteps as well as around the globe.

This is a key managerial role leading the operational team on site and reporting to the CEO.  You will ensure all aspects of the operation are performed to the highest standards working closely with the existing team which includes Guest services, animal and site management.  Your role will be crucial for the delivery of an excellent guest experience and presentation of the site.

If you have a proven track record as an operational manager, in a guest focused environment or with small projects and estates management preferably within a visitor destination or conservation/wildlife venture then you might just be the person we are looking for.

Visit our website www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and details on how to apply for this position. 

Closing date for applications is 12.00pm Friday 14^th February 2014.  Interviews will be held on Monday 24^th February 2014.

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Unqualified Animal Keeper

Unqualified Animal Keeper

Full time – 37.5 hours per week, permanent position

Salary £14,613 per annum

Bristol Zoo is proud and excited to take the first step on a journey towards achieving the ultimate goal of the National Wildlife Conservation Park by opening the Wild Place project in July 2013.

Building on and celebrating the natural environment, the Wild Place project is an invigorating setting that brings nature and the woodland to life. This family-led attraction will focus on fun, play and learning with children and adults being inspired to protect threatened habitats on their doorsteps as well as around the globe.

These roles will be part of the animal team and be crucial for ensuring our conservation and wildlife message is top priority, but you will be required to be flexible and assist with wider day to day operating duties as and when necessary.

Knowledge of mammal husbandry and any previous experience of working with species in a professional capacity are essential. Applicants should be educated to at least GCSE level and include English and a biological science. The successful applicant will be expected to study for the DMZAA qualification in Zoo Animal Management.

Visit our website www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and details on applying for this position. Closing date for applications is 3.00 pm on Thursday, 6^th February 2014.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 13^th February 2014. Due to the volume of candidates we might receive for this position please be aware this vacancy may close early and if you are do not hear back regarding the interview date then assume you are unsuccessful for this post.

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Wild Place Animal Manager

Wild Place Animal Manager

Full time –  37.5 hours per week, permanent position

Salary range £20,500 - £22,500 per annum

Bristol Zoo is proud and excited to take the first step on a journey towards achieving the ultimate goal of the National Wildlife Conservation Park by opening Wild Place in the summer of 2013.
Building on and celebrating the natural environment, Wild Place will be an invigorating setting that brings nature and the woodland to life. This family-led attraction will focus on fun, play and learning with children and adults being inspired to protect threatened habitats on their doorsteps as well as around the globe.
This is a key managerial role working as part of an operational team on site covering all day to day operational duties.  Your role will be crucial in ensuring that our conservation and wildlife message is a top priority by delivering excellent animal care standards on site. 
If you are someone who has proven animal management experience in a guest focused environment and you are able to inspire your team to achieve excellence, then you might just be the person we require.

Visit our website www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and details on how to apply for this position. Closing date for applications is 12noon Friday 10^th May 2013. 

Interviews will be held between Fridays 17^th – 24^th May 2013.

Supervisor - Animals

Supervisor - Animals

Full time – 37.5 hours per week, permanent position

Salary £17,850 per annum

Bristol Zoo is proud and excited to take the first step on a journey towards achieving the ultimate goal of the National Wildlife Conservation Park by opening Wild Place in the summer of 2013.

Building on and celebrating the natural environment, Wild Place will be an invigorating setting that brings nature and the woodland to life. This family-led attraction will focus on fun, play and learning with children and adults being inspired to protect threatened habitats on their doorsteps as well as around the globe.

This role will assist the Operations Manager with general day to day operating duties for the site, and be crucial for ensuring our conservation and wildlife message is a top priority by delivering excellent animal care standards and enrichment on site.  You will be required to be flexible and assist with wider day to day operating duties as and when necessary. 

The successful applicant will be an experienced mammal keeper and will have experience of working with zoo animals, be educated to at least GCSE level, including English and a biological science, and hold the Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals - DMZAA (previously known as ANCMZA).

If you are someone who has proven animal management experience in a zoo environment and you are a strong team player, then you might just be the person we are looking for.

Visit our website www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and details on applying for this position.  Closing date for applications is 5.00 pm on Monday, 6^th May 2013. 

Interviews will be held on either 15^th or 16^th May 2013.

Animal Keepers

Animal Keepers x 2

Full time – 37.5 hours per week, permanent position

Salary £14,326 - £16,830 per annum

(Dependent upon experience and qualifications)

Bristol Zoo is proud and excited to take the first step on a journey towards achieving the ultimate goal of the National Wildlife Conservation Park by opening Wild Place in the summer of 2013.

Building on and celebrating the natural environment, Wild Place will be an invigorating setting that brings nature and the woodland to life. This family-led attraction will focus on fun, play and learning with children and adults being inspired to protect threatened habitats on their doorsteps as well as around the globe.

These roles will be part of the animal team and be crucial for ensuring our conservation and wildlife message is top priority, but you will be required to be flexible and assist with wider day to day operating duties as and when necessary. 

The successful applicant will have at least two years’ experience of working with zoo animals.  Knowledge of mammal husbandry would be an advantage.  Applicants should be educated to at least GCSE level and include English and a biological science. The successful applicant will be expected to study for the DMZAA qualification in Zoo Animal Management if he/she doesn’t already have this qualification.

If you are someone who has had experience working with mammals in a zoo environment and you are a strong team player, then you might just be the person we are looking for.

Visit our website www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and details on applying for this position. Closing date for applications is 5.00 pm on Monday, 6^th May 2013.

 

Interviews will be held on either Thursday 22^nd May or Wednesday 23^rd May 2013.

Operations Manager

Wild Place Operations Manager - Animals

Full time – 37.5 hours per week, permanent position

Salary range £20,500 - £22,500 per annum



Bristol Zoo is proud and excited to take the first step on a journey towards achieving the ultimate goal of the National Wildlife Conservation Park by opening Wild Place in the summer of 2013.

Building on and celebrating the natural environment, Wild Place will be an invigorating setting that brings nature and the woodland to life. This family-led attraction will focus on fun, play and learning with children and adults being inspired to protect threatened habitats on their doorsteps as well as around the globe.

This is a key managerial role working as part of an operational team on site covering all day to day operational duties. Your role will be crucial in ensuring that our conservation and wildlife message is a top priority by delivering excellent animal care standards on site.

If you are someone who has proven animal management experience in a guest focused environment and you are able to inspire your team to achieve excellence, then you might just be the person we require.

Visit our website www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and details on how to apply for this position. Closing date for applications is 3.00pm Thursday 25th April 2013.

Interviews will be held on Friday, 10th May 2013.