Animal Welfare & Behaviour Scientist

We are looking for a Animal Welfare & Behaviour Scientist to join our Conservation & Science Team, and support the development, implementation, interpretation, and reporting of advanced zoo-wide animal behaviour research and welfare programmes, promoting an evidence-based approach to animal care and management. The Behaviour and Welfare Scientist will be responsible for coordinating, and participating in, multiple animal behaviour and welfare research projects, and will also support the training of organisational staff, interns, and volunteers that may assist with research efforts. The Behaviour and Welfare Scientist will work closely with Curators, veterinarians and the Animal Care teams to manage our animal welfare assessment process, strengthening our commitment towards animal welfare in line with current national and international zoo standards and best practices. Exceptional skills in independent critical thinking, data organisation and analysis, communication, and collaboration a…