Global Animal Behavior & Welfare Leader

Zoetis; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoetis Spain SL seeks an Associate Director, Global Animal Behavior to lead enterprise-wide behavioral science and welfare initiatives. You will guide a small team of behavior technicians and scientists, set strategic priorities, and translate findings into practical programs across global sites, improving welfare and research quality.

The role requires veterinary or doctoral training with board certification or evidence of substantial applied experience, and collaboration with veterinarians,

Qualifications

• Deep scientific expertise in animal behavior and welfare with cross-species experience.
• Ability to translate science into organizational programs and standards.
• Strong communication across veterinary, research, oversight, and leadership audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global animal behavior program and mentor a small team.
• Develop and maintain frameworks for behavioral welfare assessment and enrichment.
• Translate research into practical programs and SOPs across sites.
• Provide expert consultation to veterinarians, IACUCs, and oversight bodies.

Skills

Animal behavior

Welfare science

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

DVM or VMD with DACVB

PhD in animal behavior

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

Zoetis Spain SL seeks an Associate Director, Global Animal Behavior to lead enterprise-wide behavioral science and welfare initiatives. You will guide a small team of behavior technicians and scientists, set strategic priorities, and translate findings into practical programs across global sites, improving welfare and research quality.

The role requires veterinary or doctoral training with board certification or evidence of substantial applied experience, and collaboration with veterinarians,