Senior Ungulate Conservation Curator

Miral Experiences; Al Ain; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Miral Experiences seeks a Senior Curator of Ungulates to lead and shape the institution’s ungulate programs across large habitats and mixed-species environments in Abu Dhabi. You will drive welfare, breeding, demographic planning, and conservation partnerships, aligning with institutional goals.

The role requires strategic leadership, collaboration with veterinary and conservation teams, and a track record of population-level outcomes in zoo or safari settings.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Zoology, Wildlife Management, Conservation Biology, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Range Management, Population Biology, or closely related discipline.
• Experience in conservation planning, population management, genetics, wildlife management.
• Experience in managing large ungulate collections, conservation breeding programs, extensive safari park populations, or regional species management initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, management and development of ungulate programs with focus on welfare, nutrition, enrichment, veterinary collaboration, reproductive management, neonatal care, habitat use.
• Manage complex herd structures, breeding populations and demographic forecasting for sustainability.
• Develop and implement Species Plans and Collection Plans with genetics and population viability focus.
• Oversee open-range/zoo environments, ensuring welfare and conservation goals align with visitor experience.
• Collaborate with Veterinary, Animal Welfare, Education, and Guest Experience teams for integrated management.
• Mentor and develop staff, promote safety, professionalism and continuous improvement.

Skills

Conservation planning

Population management

Genetics

Wildlife management

Leadership

Safari park management

Education

Master's degree in Zoology/Wildlife Management/Conservation Biology

Doctoral degree or advanced qualification (Desirable)

Job description

Miral Experiences seeks a Senior Curator of Ungulates to lead and shape the institution’s ungulate programs across large habitats and mixed-species environments in Abu Dhabi. You will drive welfare, breeding, demographic planning, and conservation partnerships, aligning with institutional goals.

The role requires strategic leadership, collaboration with veterinary and conservation teams, and a track record of population-level outcomes in zoo or safari settings.