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Lab/vet technician (logistics assistant) Wildlife Conservation Society Field Veterinary Program The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is dedicated to saving wildlife and wild lands. WCS has field conservation projects around the globe, pioneering education programs, and the nation’s largest system of urban wildlife parks. Together, these activities inspire people to imagine wildlife and humans living together sustainably. WCS believes this work to be essential to the integrity of life on earth. In 1989, WCS developed its Field Veterinary Program—the first and largest of its kind—in response to the growing recognition of the critical role that animal health plays in both development and conservation. Headquartered at the Bronx Zoo, the Field Veterinary Program is active in dozens of projects around the world. The Logistics Assistant is a full-time, New York-based position. Requirements and Qualifications: Veterinary technical skills or laboratory experience (involving the handling of biological samples); organizational and administrative experience including; data entry; familiarity with computer software programs including Microsoft Office, ARKS/ZIMS and excel; familiarity with procurement of specialized equipment. Job Description: The primary job responsibility of the individual in this position is to provide support services for the Field Veterinary Program. Some examples of duties: Procurement of supplies and field equipment needed for the operations of the FVP Management of biological sample shipment and testing, including ensuring compliance with U.S. and international regulations (e.g. CITES) Management and tracking of permit usage and clearance; application and renewal of permits Organization and maintenance of records on equipment, supplies, permits and scientific data from diagnostic laboratories on ARKS/ZIMS Assistance with logistics and organization of field trips/projects Assistance with FVP daily program functions, including administrative duties Occasional on-site assessment/evaluation of samples (e.g. cell counts) To apply, please send cover letter and CV to lstarr@wcs.org and ayang@wcs.org Angela Yang Coordinator, Field Veterinary Program |