Zoologist

Remote

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Zoologists typically work for zoos, aquariums, wildlife rehabilitation facilities and other establishments within an office or laboratory environment. They work closely with other Zoologists to create hypotheses, conduct research and use their knowledge to enhance animal care at their workplace. Their job is to use their passion for wildlife to ask important questions that drive research initiatives. They may also be responsible for compiling their research into scientific reports or more conversational articles so both their colleagues and the general public can learn more about a species and its characteristics.

What does a Zoologist do?

A Zoologist, or Research Zoologist, is responsible for studying a wide variety of animal species and how they interact with themselves and their environments. Their duties include planning animal care needs like feeding schedules or habitat conditions, overseeing a team of professionals in administering daily care to animals and conducting research projects to learn more about a particular species.

Responsibilities

A Zoologist should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Zoologist should be able to execute:

Studying animal behaviors, habits and characteristics
Designing and completing research projects to study animals
Publishing research reports that disclose and explain findings
Promoting the conservation of wildlife
Developing captive breeding programs
Examining the relationship and interactions between animals and their environment

Required Skills

A competitive Zoologist will have certain skills and qualifications, including: