Description:
Job Scope:
- Responsible for the maintenance and management of all aspects of collection animal health for SeaWorld Abu Dhabi including diagnosis, treatment of disease, preventative medicine programs, the animal welfare program, nutrition
- As part of various programs, oversees medical care of rescued wildlife including but not limited to dugongs, birds, sea turtles, and cetaceans
- Shares responsibility for the management of Animal Rescue Program with the Zoological Directors
- Consults and educates the Zoological colleagues, leadership teams and occasionally the public in areas of health, welfare, and husbandry
- Conducts animal health research projects and prepares the results for presentations and peer-reviewed publications
- Ensures any noncompliance and safety related incidents are promptly investigated and corrective action taken as needed
- Assists in the field for rescues, health assessments and possible field research with various species
To be considered for this role you will need:
Essential:
- Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree
- Ability to obtain a license to practice veterinary medicine in the UAE
- 5 years of proven experience in a zoo, aquarium, or oceanarium organization. This may include post-doctoral training or a minimum of two years of full-time practical experience
- Excellent leadership, communication and teamwork abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated knowledge with operating and utilizing Computed Tomography (CT)/ Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) imaging modalities and associated viewing programs
- Demonstrated knowledge with professional zoo/aquarium and animal conservation communities
Desirable:
- Board eligibility, Member or Diplomat status of a recognized Veterinary statutory / professional body