TEAM LEADER - HERPETOLOGY DEPARTMENT
LOWER VERTEBRATES & INVERTEBRATES
Chester Zoo is one of the leading zoological collections in Europe with an international reputation for achieving its mission in conservation, research and education.
We currently have a vacancy for a Team Leader to join a busy and diverse section committed to advancing all aspects of zoo-based herpetological practice.
The successful candidate must have a proven track record in the successful management, exhibition and reproduction of a diverse reptile and amphibian collection in a zoological or conservation setting. They must have previous experience of managing a team and practical conservation/research and scientific writing skills would be an advantage. They will be qualified to BSc level or higher, in a biological related science, or have equivalent practical experience. They will have a commitment to developing the ex situ and in situ research and conservation activities of the department.
Salary is £22,988.16 increasing to £25,542.40 after satisfactory completion of the 6 month probationary period.
For further information and an application form please ring the recruitment line on 01244 389477 or email recruitment@chesterzoo.org
Closing date for applications is 26th March 2010.
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