Conservation and Science Technician - Animal Behavior
Postuler maintenant Postuler ultérieurement Job ID 10097254 Emplacement Lake Buena Vista, Floride, États-Unis Entreprise Walt Disney World Resort Date de publication 26/08/2024Résumé du poste:
About the Role & Team
Join us as part of a dynamic team and science-based culture where our mission is to Lead The Walt Disney Company to Care for animals and the environment, Connect people to nature and Conserve our natural resources.
As the Conservation and Science Technician focusing on animal behavior, you will support, assist and provide technical expertise to implement animal care and conservation programs, science-based practice, novel research, and outreach at Walt Disney’s Parks & Resorts.
In this role, you will contribute to the collection, interpretation and summarization of animal behavior data to support animal husbandry, health, welfare and conservation. This hourly role is an integral part of the Conservation and Science teams.
In this role, you will report to the Animal Behavior Science Manager.
What You Will Do
- Conduct various aspects of scientific monitoring with a primary focus on collecting animal behavior data via in person observations and video recordings to optimize animal well-being
- Collect, process and visualize data; produces reports or presentations with visual appeal and clarity for partners; reviews videos; conducts literature searches; and maintains databases and archival tools
- Provide support for meetings, classes, and workshops and supplies findings for staff seminars, team meetings, scientific journals, conference presentations, popular publications, and social media
- Develop and update standard operating guidelines, and provides technical support, organization and maintenance for equipment and safe work spaces, and ensuring hazardous waste compliance
- Order and distribute supplies, maintains inventory and assists with quality assurance
- Provide flexibility across Science Operations and Conservation teams and other science and conservation working groups to support operational and strategic goals
- Support communication efforts, helps creates original content and interactive, interpretive experiences, and engages regularly with Guests and other audiences to share our stories
- Support external partnerships to advance conservation, research, and public engagement
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Education, professional interest and enthusiasm for animal behavior and animal welfare
- Experience working in zoos, aquariums and/or wildlife
- Demonstrated computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Data processing, graphing, and presentation experience
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills for formal and informal audiences
- Experience with behavioral data collection and a basic understanding of animal behavior and animal welfare science, including current trends in research and methodological approaches
- Full availability with work schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts, including possible travel
- Ability to support multiple projects and with attention to detail and ability to problem solve
- Proven ability to work independently, as well as within a dynamic team environment, both in an office or field environment
- Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather and in view of the public. Ability to endure heat, humidity, biting insects, and other challenges associated with work in the field
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Preferred Qualifications
- Two years of experience with outreach/guest interaction/public speaking
- Advanced data management and visualization or experience with R or other statistics software
- Technical proficiency in using, maintaining and troubleshooting scientific equipment
- Experience with scientific writing and statistical analysis
- Experience with GIS and movement and spatial analysis
Education
- B.S. or equivalent experience in biology, marine biology, animal or conservation science, psychology, laboratory science or related field
Additional Information
Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life! This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
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Sur Walt Disney World Resort:
Depuis son ouverture en 1971, le Walt Disney World Resort a créé des souvenirs inoubliables pour de nombreux enfants et leurs familles. Aujourd’hui, des centaines de millions d’invités du monde entier se rendent dans cet endroit magique pour profiter de vacances Disney. En associant créativité, innovation et technologie, le centre de vacances plonge les invités dans les contes classiques de Disney et dans de nouveaux genres de divertissement en famille. S’appuyant sur une tradition riche de contes, les cast members de Walt Disney World Resort donnent vie à la magie de Disney en accordant une attention particulière aux détails et en offrant aux invités un service supérieur.
Sur The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, ainsi que ses filiales et sociétés affiliées, forme l’une des principales entreprises internationales diversifiées de divertissement familial et de médias. Elle comprend trois secteurs d'activités essentiels : Disney Entertainment, ESPN et Disney Experiences. Depuis ses modestes débuts en tant que studio de dessins animés dans les années 1920 jusqu’à son statut de référence actuel dans le secteur du divertissement, Disney poursuit fièrement sa tradition de création d’histoires et d’expériences exceptionnelles pour tous les membres de la famille. Les histoires, les personnages et les expériences de Disney touchent les consommateurs et les visiteurs du monde entier. À travers nos activités présentes dans plus de 40 pays, nos employés et cast members collaborent pour créer des expériences de divertissement appréciées à la fois au niveau universel et local.
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