Research Associate

3 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada Wilder InstituteCalgary Zoo Full time

The Conservation Research Associate may be asked to assist with any project within the Conservation Science portfolio and it is expected that the projects they focus on will change from year to year. For the 2023 season, this Associate role will primarily focus on the Northern Leopard Frog program, and may support other conservation translocation programs to a lesser degree.

**Our Mission** | Take and inspire action to sustain wildlife and wild places

**Our Values** | Effective collaboration and communication, honesty and integrity, customer focus, safety, and conservation

**What you will do**:
Assist on a variety of conservation translocations and/or community conservation projects(s) within the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo including tasks such as:

- Collaborating on the design, development and implementation of projects
- Conducting background research and literature reviews
- Developing field and research protocols
- Leading pre-field season(s) planning and wrap-up
- Performing field work, including examples such as: animal/plant capture/handling, transport and releases; collection of biological samples, surveys, transects, radio-tracking, behavioral observations, species identification, setting up and using wildlife cameras, etc.
- Assisting with hiring and training field technicians/volunteers
- Leading field camps and day-to-day supervision of field technicians/volunteers in the field
- Data collection, entry, and management
- Maintaining and improving data collection systems
- Using software for processing data
- Summarizing and analyzing data
- Assisting with and preparing publications of reports and scientific papers
- Purchasing, maintaining equipment and managing inventory
- Assisting with managing pre-approved project budgets
- Reporting monthly P-card purchases in-line with project budgets
- Assist with funding proposals, donor reports/presentations, as needed
- Delivering presentations to the public, donors and zoo staff, as needed
- Participating in meetings with internal and external partners, as needed
- Complies with the zoo’s health and safety program
- Other duties as assigned

**What you will bring**:

- Class 5 Driver’s License
- Demonstrate a passion for wildlife conservation and a love of working outdoors
- Ability to follow directions and work well with others
- An eye for detail, as accurate and precise data collection and entry is essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- A high level of physical fitness
- Excellent communication and leadership skills in a team environment
- Proven track record in publishing scientific papers

Additional Requirements:
**Working Conditions**:

- Primarily office-based
- Long periods of time sitting at computer work stations
- Occasional travel may be required
- Occasional field work that may involve hazards such as dangerous animals, insects, sunburn or frostbite, working with field equipment such as trucks or ATVs, heavy lifting of field equipment, exposure to wildlife diseases

The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is an outdoor facility and all staff must be comfortable working in a large variety of outdoor conditions. The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo follows the advice of Environment Canada when responding to temperature and air quality issues.

The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is a no smoking environment including vaping.

**What We Offer**:

- A chance to make a direct impact on the conservation of various iconic Canadian species
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible benefits plan, including a health spending account
- Employer matching RRSP
- Discounts on food, beverage, and merchandise
- A fun, rewarding work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of animals from around the world

Are you ready to join one of Canada’s leaders in wildlife conservation?

If this position suits your skills, experience and personal attributes, we want to talk to you.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo strives to cultivate a workplace in which **everyone feels welcome and empowered to bring their authentic selves** to work. As a conservation organization, we** respect and value the diversity of all life** and come together as individuals and teammates to achieve the Zoo’s mission and vision. We recognize the** value of diversity, equity, and inclusion**, and work to advance our culture to ensure diverse viewpoints are heard and everyone has an equitable chance to succeed and thrive.

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