Seasonal Nutrition Science Research Assistant

2 weeks ago

Scarborough, Canada Toronto Zoo Full time

**Branch: Nutrition Science**
**Rate of Pay: $17.20 per hour**
**Duration: Contract ends September 1, 2025 (Non-Permanent)**
**Hours of Work: 40 hours per week**
**Number of Positions Open: 1**

Looking for a career with a dynamic organization that is committed to protecting wildlife? We are interested in dedicated individuals who are positive, enthusiastic, and passionate about connecting people, animals, and conservation science to fight extinction. Your Toronto Zoo makes animal well-being a priority in all operations and shows respect for all wildlife.

**Position Purpose**: This position will assist with on-going research projects, focused on animal conservation and/or welfare related to nutrition. This position will report to the Supervisor Nutrition Science Research & Welfare. This role will also assist and provide support in implementing the approved Strategic Plan.

**Core Role Responsibilities**:

- Assist with research and development projects that align with the Toronto Zoo Strategic.
- Assist with data collection, entry, management and analysis.
- Assist with updating nutritional records (Diet Database).
- Supporting diet intake estimates for various species cared.
- Assist with animal observations in relation to dietary changes.
- Collection and storage of diet and samples.
- Generate summary reports of animal observations or intake data to Nutrition Science, Veterinary Teams, Welfare and Wildlife Care Teams.
- Assist with conducting tours, virtual programs, volunteer events and outreach activities.
- Support conservation and welfare programs.
- Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

**Technical Knowledge and Skills**:

- Minimum of two years post-secondary education (ex. diploma, BSc, MSc) in comparative animal nutrition studies OR equivalent field.
- Working knowledge of food safety.
- Demonstrated ability to perform literature searches and generate reports.
- Proven experience collecting data for research (skills related to organization, time-management, and attention to detail).
- Ability to organize and manage data sets and information.
- Demonstrated customer service skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Experience with sample collection & storage.
- Must be able to meet physical demands of the job (lifting/carrying items up to 25 kg, standing and sitting for prolonged periods, kneeling, twisting and bending, including variable climactic conditions).
- The Toronto Zoo values the importance of inclusive recruitment practices and strives to create a workplace that reflects and celebrates the rich diversity of our city. Please let us know if you require specific accommodations to be in place before you begin the interview process. _

This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

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**Job Types**: Full-time, Seasonal

Work Location: In person

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