Curator Bird & Reptile

European Association Of Zoos And Aquaria; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The European Association Of Zoos And Aquaria in Dubai seeks a Curator for Birds and Reptiles, responsible for managing the Park’s animal collection and ensuring high standards of animal care. The role involves direct participation in conservation programs, liaison with global zoos, and protocol establishment for animal management.

Qualified candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and possess extensive zoo care experience, with at least five years in supervisory positions. The position offers remuneration commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• At least eight years of zoo animal care experience, including five years in supervisory roles.
• Proficiency in computer operating systems and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing the Park’s animal collection and overseeing animal care.
• Liaising with other zoos regarding animal exchanges and research.
• Maintaining the database of animal records and safety inspections.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS)

Research

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Zoology, Zoo Management or equivalent

Job description

Curator for Birds and Reptiles

Role Overview

Managing the Park’s animal collection and overseeing all aspects of animal care at the Park.

Main Duties

• Making decisions involving animal husbandry, diets, capture and restraint procedures, enrichment activities, animal transportation and research projects.
• Establishing protocols for animal husbandry, breeding programs and population management in the park.
• Responsible for selection and acquisition of new animals for the collection as well as formulating the Institutional Collection Plan.
• Liaising with other institutions and zoos worldwide regarding animal exchanges, regional breeding plans and research partnerships.
• Maintaining the database of animal records, daily reports, ZIMS, internal stock list, animal diets, safety inspections and daily animal rounds; reporting to the General Curator and Head of Life Sciences.
• Supervising exhibit and holding design to ensure the integrity and suitability of animal areas.
• Preparing and administering applicable annual budgets for the department.
• Working with operations and safety to initiate the emergency response team and addressing animal emergencies.
• Ensuring compliance with state, federal regulations and standards of zoological associations worldwide.
• Directly participating in conservation research programs for Dubai Safari Park.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Zoology, Zoo Management or equivalent.
• At least eight (8) years of zoo animal care experience, including five (5) years in supervisory roles.
• Proficiency in computer operating systems, written and oral communication, research, and the Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS) software.
• Remuneration commensurate with experience.