Be part of the dynamic and innovative Science Operations team where we are part of a broader mission to Lead Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, Care for animals and the environment, Connect people to nature, and Conserve our natural resources. As the Science Fellow – Animal Physiology Project Hire, you will assist the Science Operations team at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge® with operational and strategic projects related to animal physiology and welfare. You will collaborate with partners within the Science Operations team and Animal Husbandry teams to complete these science-based projects. This one-year project hire role, with option to renew for an additional year, will report to the Animal Welfare Science Manager. Responsibilities include assisting in the design, implementation, and completion of scientific projects focused on understanding animal physiology in the context of applied animal care and wellbeing. Project assignments may include expanding techniques for assessing hormonal and reproductive status in various species (e.g., elephants, rhinos), facilitating collaborative projects on the physiology of understudied species (e.g., manatees) using a variety of animal sample types, developing novel methods and tools to assess animal physiology (e.g., chemiluminescence immunoassay, liquid chromatography), advancing departmental biobanking initiatives for scientific, conservation, and clinical applications. Support ongoing operational projects such as measuring hormones in various exotic animal species to assess physiology including pregnancy, effective contraception, and positive well-being as part of a comprehensive wellness program; analyzing data and presenting animal hormone and behavior information to science and animal husbandry and health partners to aid animal management decisions; maintaining Disney’s standard operating guidelines for lab safety and providing daily technical support for maintenance of assays and equipment in the Disney Science Center Lab; contributing to building scientific capacity for Animals, Science and Environment Cast; sharing team projects and stories with Disney Guests; contributing to the development of interactive and interpretive science experiences for Disney Guests; and communicating project findings in partner/team meetings and scientific/popular publications. Required qualifications include a minimum of one year of non-classroom research laboratory experience in an established scientific research program, excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills for audiences of all ages, ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented atmosphere and in view of the public, and enthusiasm for animal conservation and care in zoos. Preferred qualifications include demonstrated experience with enzyme immunoassays or chemiluminescence immunoassays, HPLC, and associated data analysis; advanced understanding of applied organic and inorganic chemistry; and experience working in zoos/aquariums. Required education is an M.S. in biology, physiology, animal science, endocrinology, biochemistry, or related field. Benefits include health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras unique to Disney.
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