Clinical Animal Behavior Specialist & Research Mentor

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA seeks a coordinator to lead clinical animal behavior services, mentoring students and conducting research on companion animal behavior. Required qualifications include a Master’s or PhD in relevant fields and experience in behavior consultation and training. Responsibilities encompass teaching, mentorship, community outreach, and research on animal behavior, aiming to provide evidence-based practices in collaboration with industry professionals.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in a relevant field required.
• Experience in animal behavior consultation and training.
• Mentorship experience at undergraduate or graduate levels.
• Strong organizational and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical animal behavior services to owners and pets.
• Mentor and train students in clinical animal behavior.
• Develop companion animal behavior curriculum.
• Conduct research on companion animal behavior.

Skills

Consultation and training services

Instructional abilities

Organizational skills

Collaborative skills

Education

Master’s or PhD in Animal Behavior, Biology, Psychology, Veterinary Science or related field

Job description

Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA seeks a coordinator to lead clinical animal behavior services, mentoring students and conducting research on companion animal behavior. Required qualifications include a Master’s or PhD in relevant fields and experience in behavior consultation and training. Responsibilities encompass teaching, mentorship, community outreach, and research on animal behavior, aiming to provide evidence-based practices in collaboration with industry professionals.