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The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in the Directorate of Animal Care Sciences at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI), Office of the Under Secretary for Science and Research (OUSSR), Smithsonian Institution (SI). More than one selection may be made from this announcement.
- The Biologist (Animal Care) will serve as an Assistant Curator (Biologist) for specific animal areas, species, and/ or team(s) as assigned. Assistant Curators are vital in ensuring the well-being of our collection animals through their involvement in care, breeding, education, conservation, exhibition, collection planning and support of research. In this position, you will: Contribute to the care of a diverse range of animal species, including exotic and endangered animals, in accordance with established protocols. Develop and implement procedures for enclosure cleaning and sanitation, exhibit preparation, diet preparation, and food presentation. Oversee Animal Keepers, volunteers, interns, and contractors, ensuring work is assigned, scheduled, and completed according to established priorities and deadlines. Coordinate keeper training and manages commissary and supply operations to support program goals. Assists in preparing reports and recommendations for local, national, and international conservation and zoological organizations.
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