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For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we'll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
**Job Summary**
We are seeking a Animal Care Specialist I for our Discovery site located in Worcester, MA.
As an Animal Care Specialist you will be responsible for the care of animals at our Discovery site, having responsibilities that include, feeding/watering, sanitizing enclosures, environmental enrichment, handling and restraint and other related tasks including assisting with the movement of animals and stocking of supplies.
If you possess the following qualities, we will train you in the rest:
* You have a great sense of team spirit and responsibility.
* You have a positive attitude and love to bring that energy into the lab every day to support your colleagues.
* You have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment both independently and in a team setting
* You concentrate on the details and can work reliably and precisely
* You are dependable
**Job Qualifications**
Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience: None
Certifications: None
Other:
* Ability to communicate and follow direction
* Local to the area (no relocation assistance provided for this position)
* Ability to lift 50 pounds
The pay range for this position starts at $20.00 an hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
**About Discovery**
Discovery from Charles River is industry-proven in the successful development of novel therapies, with over 320 patents and 74 preclinical drug candidates delivered to our sponsors in the past 17 years. Backed by more than 650 scientists, our comprehensive, integrated portfolio employs the latest technology and platforms to provide chemistry, biology, and pharmacology services that support clients from the earliest stages of hit identification all the way through to IND. Our client-focused, collaborative approach creates true partnerships that anticipate challenges, overcome obstacles, and move us forward together on the journey of getting new drugs to market.
**About Charles River**
Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients' clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.
With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client's unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, veteran or disability status.
If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Are you compassionate about animals and have a desire to speak for those who cannot? For over 1115 years, Humane Colorado has been working to end pet homelessness and animal suffering by providing a strong and steadfast voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. As the largest community-based animal welfare organization in the region, we care for more than 20,000 homeless pets and horses each year at our four facilities and are a national model in animal welfare. If you work well with people too, join our team and help us provide that voice.

Purpose of Position: Administer and assist in the development of behavioral modification programs. Lead the behavior team, providing support and guidance in the moment on all aspects of their work including behavior modification and behavior consults. Assist the Behavior Manager in staff scheduling, training, and program development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the oversight of the day-to-day behavior department tasks and provide direction to behavior technicians when the Manager is off or unavailable.
• Develop and deliver training for staff and volunteers.
• Create educational materials for internal and external use.
• Conduct animal behavior assessment and perform hands-on delivery of animal behavior programs. This includes programs for shelter and owned animals.
• Record assessment and program related information and perform data entry to update animal records.
• Answer patron inquiries and questions regarding animal behavior and provide information resources to address concerns.
• Provide individualized hands-on behavioral training for shelter patrons.
• Participate and potentially lead in the creation of behavior programs, including documentation and program evaluation.
• Assist with the development of SOPs to ensure that they are current, communicated to, and followed by staff and volunteers.
• Monitor, evaluate, and lead initiatives to improve processes and procedures.
• Consult with other departments' staff members to assist with care of shelter animals.
• Schedule and direct department volunteers.
• Schedule staff and monitor productivity to best align people resources.
• Assist in recruiting, hiring, developing, coaching, and counseling staff members.
• Participate in interdepartmental meetings and discussions to support and develop initiatives.
• Perform euthanasia and related tasks.
• Lead the assessment of the behavior of sheltered dogs and cats, including behavior fast track to adoptions and euthanasia decisions for dangerous pets.
• Coordinate daily behavior modification treatments for animals in shelter.
• Coordinate response to the behavior help line, ensuring access to behavior guidance for pet owners in the community.

People Care

People are the key to fulfilling our mission. Making internal and external patrons and their needs a primary focus is expected in all situations. This position interacts with and collaborates with employees at all levels of the organization. Communication occurs through face to face, telephone, and electronic interactions and may also include contact with the general public and business partners. Communication and contact must be clear, understandable, cooperative, professional and respectful in all circumstances. Employees are expected to actively support a positive team environment, directly address conflict, and appropriately express

concerns.

Competencies

Competencies are work behaviors and expectations necessary for successful job performance. They encompass knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and actions. Additional definitions for competencies may be obtained from Human Resources.

Organizational Key Competencies

• Integrity and Ethics
• Adapting to Change and Ambiguity
• Customer and Community Focus
• Emotional Intelligence
• Excellence

Position Key Competencies

• Analytical thinking
• Conflict management
• Innovation
• People development
• Project management
• Strategic thinking

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility

• Provides on the floor direction to Behavior team members
• Volunteers

Travel

• This position may require travel to different work sites

SHIFT DETAILS: 4, 10-hour shifts

Full Time Benefits - Please visit our website for a comprehensive list of all offered benefits.

• Benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Time
• Holiday Pay
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Sabbatical
• 401(k)
• And more!

Compensation: $22.50 - $3.65 per hour (starting pay commensurate with market, experience, and equity)

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements

Handle and restrain animals of various sizes, weights, and temperaments. Subject to animal bites or scratches. Work performed in high noise level areas. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal dander, and feces. Physical efforts require constant bending, stooping, standing, climbing stairs, and walking. Frequent lifting of animals and objects with reasonable accommodation.

We will begin reviewing applications as they are received and anticipate closing the application period on July 31, 2025.

Requirements

Position Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills with high level of attention to detail
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• General knowledge of animal behavior

Required

• Education : High school diploma or equivalent
• Work Experience : Experience working with animals in a professional setting

Desired

• Bachelor's degree in animal science or related field
• Experience working in an animal shelter or zoological facility
• History of creating animal behavior protocols
• Supervisory experience
• Bilingual fluency speaking both English and Spanish
• If driving a company vehicle, valid driver's license and insurable driving record

Salary Description

22.50- 23.65

Are you compassionate about animals and have a desire to speak for those who cannot?For over 1115 years, Humane Colorado has been working to end pet homelessness and animal suffering by providing a strong and steadfast voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. As the largest community-based animal welfare organization in the region, we care for more than 20,000 homeless pets and horses each year at our four facilities and are a national model in animal welfare. If you work well with people too, join our team and help us provide that voice.

Purpose of Position: Administer and assist in the development of behavioral modification programs. Lead the behavior team, providing support and guidance in the moment on all aspects of their work including behavior modification and behavior consults. Assist the Behavior Manager in staff scheduling, training, and program development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the oversight of the day-to-day behavior department tasks and provide direction to behavior technicians when the Manager is off or unavailable.
• Develop and deliver training for staff and volunteers.
• Create educational materials for internal and external use.
• Conduct animal behavior assessment and perform hands-on delivery of animal behavior programs. This includes programs for shelter and owned animals.
• Record assessment and program related information and perform data entry to update animal records.
• Answer patron inquiries and questions regarding animal behavior and provide information resources to address concerns.
• Provide individualized hands-on behavioral training for shelter patrons.
• Participate and potentially lead in the creation of behavior programs, including documentation and program evaluation.
• Assist with the development of SOPs to ensure that they are current, communicated to, and followed by staff and volunteers.
• Monitor, evaluate, and lead initiatives to improve processes and procedures.
• Consult with other departments staff members to assist with care of shelter animals.
• Schedule and direct department volunteers.
• Schedule staff and monitor productivity to best align people resources.
• Assist in recruiting, hiring, developing, coaching, and counseling staff members.
• Participate in interdepartmental meetings and discussions to support and develop initiatives.
• Perform euthanasia and related tasks.
• Lead the assessment of the behavior of sheltered dogs and cats, including behavior fast track to adoptions and euthanasia decisions for dangerous pets.
• Coordinate daily behavior modification treatments for animals in shelter.
• Coordinate response to the behavior help line, ensuring access to behavior guidance for pet owners in the community.

People Care

People are the key to fulfilling our mission. Making internal and external patrons and their needs a primary focus is expected in all situations. This position interacts with and collaborates with employees at all levels of the organization. Communication occurs through face to face, telephone, and electronic interactions and may also include contact with the general public and business partners. Communication and contact must be clear, understandable, cooperative, professional and respectful in all circumstances. Employees are expected to actively support a positive team environment, directly address conflict, and appropriately expressconcerns.

Competencies

Competencies are work behaviors and expectations necessary for successful job performance. They encompass knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and actions. Additional definitions for competencies may be obtained from Human Resources.

Organizational Key Competencies

• Integrity and Ethics
• Adapting to Change and Ambiguity
• Customer and Community Focus
• Emotional Intelligence
• Excellence

Position Key Competencies

• Analytical thinking
• Conflict management
• Innovation
• People development
• Project management
• Strategic thinking

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility

• Provides on the floor direction to Behavior team members
• Volunteers

Travel

• This position may require travel to different work sites

SHIFT DETAILS: 4, 10-hour shifts

Full Time Benefits Please visit our website for a comprehensive list of all offered benefits.

• Benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Time
• Holiday Pay
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Sabbatical
• 401(k)
• And more!

Compensation: $22.50 $23.65 per hour(starting pay commensurate with market, experience, and equity)

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements

Handle and restrain animals of various sizes, weights, and temperaments. Subject to animal bites or scratches. Work performed in high noise level areas. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal dander, and feces. Physical efforts require constant bending, stooping, standing, climbing stairs, and walking. Frequent lifting of animals and objects with reasonable accommodation.

We will begin reviewing applications as they are received and anticipate closing the application period on August 7, 2025.

Requirements
Position Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills with high level of attention to detail
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• General knowledge of animal behavior

Required

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Work Experience: Experience working with animals in a professional setting

Desired

• Bachelors degree in animal science or related field
• Experience working in an animal shelter or zoological facility
• History of creating animal behavior protocols
• Supervisory experience
• Bilingual fluency speaking both English and Spanish
• If driving a company vehicle, valid drivers license and insurable driving record

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Description

Are you compassionate about animals and have a desire to speak for those who cannot? For over 1115 years, Humane Colorado has been working to end pet homelessness and animal suffering by providing a strong and steadfast voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. As the largest community-based animal welfare organization in the region, we care for more than 20,000 homeless pets and horses each year at our four facilities and are a national model in animal welfare. If you work well with people too, join our team and help us provide that voice.

Purpose of Position: Administer and assist in the development of behavioral modification programs. Lead the behavior team, providing support and guidance in the moment on all aspects of their work including behavior modification and behavior consults. Assist the Behavior Manager in staff scheduling, training, and program development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the oversight of the day-to-day behavior department tasks and provide direction to behavior technicians when the Manager is off or unavailable.
• Develop and deliver training for staff and volunteers.
• Create educational materials for internal and external use.
• Conduct animal behavior assessment and perform hands-on delivery of animal behavior programs. This includes programs for shelter and owned animals.
• Record assessment and program related information and perform data entry to update animal records.
• Answer patron inquiries and questions regarding animal behavior and provide information resources to address concerns.
• Provide individualized hands-on behavioral training for shelter patrons.
• Participate and potentially lead in the creation of behavior programs, including documentation and program evaluation.
• Assist with the development of SOPs to ensure that they are current, communicated to, and followed by staff and volunteers.
• Monitor, evaluate, and lead initiatives to improve processes and procedures.
• Consult with other departments staff members to assist with care of shelter animals.
• Schedule and direct department volunteers.
• Schedule staff and monitor productivity to best align people resources.
• Assist in recruiting, hiring, developing, coaching, and counseling staff members.
• Participate in interdepartmental meetings and discussions to support and develop initiatives.
• Perform euthanasia and related tasks.
• Lead the assessment of the behavior of sheltered dogs and cats, including behavior fast track to adoptions and euthanasia decisions for dangerous pets.
• Coordinate daily behavior modification treatments for animals in shelter.
• Coordinate response to the behavior help line, ensuring access to behavior guidance for pet owners in the community.

People Care

People are the key to fulfilling our mission. Making internal and external patrons and their needs a primary focus is expected in all situations. This position interacts with and collaborates with employees at all levels of the organization. Communication occurs through face to face, telephone, and electronic interactions and may also include contact with the general public and business partners. Communication and contact must be clear, understandable, cooperative, professional and respectful in all circumstances. Employees are expected to actively support a positive team environment, directly address conflict, and appropriately express

concerns.

Competencies

Competencies are work behaviors and expectations necessary for successful job performance. They encompass knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and actions. Additional definitions for competencies may be obtained from Human Resources.

Organizational Key Competencies

• Integrity and Ethics
• Adapting to Change and Ambiguity
• Customer and Community Focus
• Emotional Intelligence
• Excellence

Position Key Competencies

• Analytical thinking
• Conflict management
• Innovation
• People development
• Project management
• Strategic thinking

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility

• Provides on the floor direction to Behavior team members
• Volunteers

Travel

• This position may require travel to different work sites

SHIFT DETAILS: 4, 10-hour shifts

Full Time Benefits Please visit our website for a comprehensive list of all offered benefits.

• Benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Time
• Holiday Pay
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Sabbatical
• 401(k)
• And more!

Compensation: $22.50 - $23.65 per hour (starting pay commensurate with market, experience, and equity)

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements

Handle and restrain animals of various sizes, weights, and temperaments. Subject to animal bites or scratches. Work performed in high noise level areas. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal dander, and feces. Physical efforts require constant bending, stooping, standing, climbing stairs, and walking. Frequent lifting of animals and objects with reasonable accommodation.

We will begin reviewing applications as they are received and anticipate closing the application period on July 31, 2025.

Requirements

Position Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills with high level of attention to detail
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• General knowledge of animal behavior

Required

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Work Experience: Experience working with animals in a professional setting

Desired

• Bachelors degree in animal science or related field
• Experience working in an animal shelter or zoological facility
• History of creating animal behavior protocols
• Supervisory experience
• Bilingual fluency speaking both English and Spanish
• If driving a company vehicle, valid drivers license and insurable driving record

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Director / Vice President, Animal Welfare Policy

Location: Washington, DC Type: Full-time

Americans for the Common Good (ACG) fixes wasteful federal policy that hurts farmed animals and taxpayers. We work primarily with Republican offices and fiscal conservatives to deliver practical reforms that actually pass and meaningfully improve farmed animal welfare.

What youll do

• Find and seize opportunities acrossappropriations, tax packages, and must pass bills.
• Draft surgical language (riders, report language, tax text) with credible paths to enactment.
• Own relationships with ~1015 key GOP offices and relevant committee staff.
• Build lean coalitions (fiscal conservatives, accountability, pro-innovation) when they accelerate passage.
• Ship, measure, iterate : test ideas with staff, refine from feedback, track progress to enactment.
• Advance pragmatic animal welfare improvements when policy windows appear.

What success looks like

90 days:

• Two viable vehicles in motion (e.g., targeted rider + tax extender); active dialogues with 810 GOP offices.

6 months:

• One tangible win (report language included, rider carried, or tax text placed) and a second teed up.

Youll thrive here if you

• Read an approps bill andimmediately spot openingsothers miss.
• Care aboutenacting policythat saves taxpayer money and reduces animal cruelty.
• Self-direct, move fast, and keep operations light.

Must-have qualifications

• Capitol Hill or federal lobbying experience.
• Existing working relationships with Republican offices(House/Senate; committees a plus).
• Understanding ofriders, report language, tax extenders, and timing the Hill.
• Values alignment with improving welfare for farmed animals.

Nice to have

• Track record of driving legislative wins in Appropriations, Ways & Means/Finance, or Agriculture
• Comfort translating wins for boards/donors.
• Ability to leverage AI to amplify your work.

Why ACG

• Lean, well-resourced, low bureaucracy. Youll have autonomy, speed, and direct access.
• Real impact: pragmatic reforms that help farmed animals and taxpayers without the theater or need to waste time on pointless tasks.

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Salary bands (illustrative, commensurate with experience):

• 13 years:$80,000$00,000
• 36 years: 100,000 120,000
• 6+ years: 120,000 140,000

Benefits: Competitive package aligned with seniority.

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GENERAL SUMMARY

Lincoln Park Zoo inspires communities to create environments where wildlife will thrive in our urbanizing world. The zoo is a leader in local and global conservation, animal care and welfare, learning, and science. A historic Chicago landmark founded in 1868, the not-for-profit Lincoln Park Zoo, is a privately-managed, member-supported organization and is free and open 365 days a year. Visit us at lpzoo.org.

Lincoln Park Zoo is seeking a full-time Director to lead its Animal Welfare Science Program. This program takes a strategic, science-driven approach to advancing animal welfare and maximizing positive outcomes for animals in our care and beyond. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President, the Director will provide visionary leadership and oversee all aspects of the programs operations. This includes strategic visioning in collaboration with senior leadership, implementation and evaluation of program activities, integration with animal care, scientific oversight, authoring scientific publications, managing scientific staff, budgeting, public speaking, engaging with donors, maintaining leadership within the AZA community, and collaborating with the zoos accredited sanctuary and animal advocacy partners. This position is in-person a minimum of 3 days per week; fully in-person preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• In alignment with the zoos strategic plan, leads the development and implementation of objectives for the Animal Welfare Science Program by identifying priorities and creating plans to ensure successful outcomes
• Research experience or interest in: Capacity building and tool development; understanding the human-animal influence; impact of choice and agency on animals, and advancing welfare science of understudied species.
• Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with internal and external partners to advocate for science-based practices in policy and legislation
• Supervises and supports the team, including Ph.D.-level scientists, a research assistant, and interns, fostering professional development and scientific growth
• Prioritizes, supervises and conducts research that serves to advance scientific understanding of animal welfare across taxa
• Collaborates with animal managers and care staff to co-develop and implement research that generates actionable knowledge regarding animal welfare at Lincoln Park Zoo.
• Recruits, mentors, and develops staff, students and volunteers to build capacity in the design and execution of rigorous animal welfare research.
• Manages program budgets, ensuring responsible financial oversight and alignment with strategic priorities
• Ensures efficient and effective on-grounds data collection by trained volunteers in the ZooMonitor program
• Ensures timely data analysis and dissemination of information that can support animal management decisions to continue advancing animal welfare
• Ensures the establishment, implementation and regular review/revision of animal welfare assessment protocols as required by AZA
• Disseminates research findings through scientific publications and presentations
• Disseminates and translates research findings in an accessible manner to zoo staff from various departments including Animal Care and Horticulture, Learning, Conservation and Science, and Development
• Delivers presentations to general audiences, including donors and the public, to promote awareness of animal welfare science and zoo initiatives
• Partners with the Development Department to secure funding in support of the Animal Welfare Science Program, including drafting grant proposals, meeting with donors, attending events, and preparing reports
• Serves on institutional committees such as the Research Committee, IACUC, and others
• Tracks and summarizes program activities, outcomes, and impact for internal and external reporting
• Encouraged to serve on the AZA Animal Welfare Committee to maintain national leadership in animal welfare
• Encouraged to hold adjunct or faculty appointments at local academic institutions to foster education and research collaborations

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as required. May be called on to substitute for other staff at the zoo during temporary absences by performing specified duties and responsibilities necessary to maintain continuity of operations and similarly performing duties of direct reports or coworkers, if required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• PhD in Psychology, Biology or closely related scientific discipline, with a strong record of peer-reviewed research.
• Demonstrated leadership in developing and delivering strategic, goal-driven scientific programs.
• Strong emotional intelligence and ability to convene scientists with animal management and keeper teams around shared goals
• Experience supervising and mentoring scientific staff, with a commitment to collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Advanced knowledge of animal welfare assessment, behavioral research methods, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with and interest in animal advocacy, policy and/or legislative efforts
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiencesfrom scientific peers to zoo staff, donors, and the public.
• Proven ability to build partnerships, navigate differing perspectives, and advocate effectively for science-based animal welfare practices.
• Skilled in budget management, grant writing, and strategic planning in support of program sustainability and growth.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

A Ph.D in the biological sciences or a related field (Psychology, Physiology, Biology, Animal Behavior, Veterinary Sciences or other)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

A minimum off 5 years conducting relevant research and directing independent research programs at a management level required.

Note: A comparable combination of education, experience or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skills and ability required may qualify an individual

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work at computer for long periods of time
• Ability to traverse zoo grounds
• Ability to stand for stretches of time for year-round data collection in a variety of environments, including public spaces and behind-the-scenes
• Ability to publicly address audiences of varying sizes

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Available to work special events that may occur outside of regular work schedule, including evenings, weekends or holidays, as assigned

OUR PROMISE

Lincoln Park Zoo is committed to an environment that is inclusive and welcoming. We celebrate the diverse qualities, perspectives, values, and experiences of all people. For Wildlife. For All.

LINCOLN PARK ZOO BENEFITS

In addition to such standard benefits ( Blue Cross Blue Shield) as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages, and a 403(b) savings plan with an institutional match, benefits of working at the zoo include (benefits are for regular full time employees):

• Free admission to many other Chicago cultural institutions
• Free on-site parking anytime with access to Lincoln Park, Lakeshore Trail, and North Avenue Beach
• Discounts on event tickets (free admission to select events), attractions, dining, and retail at the zoo
• Quarterly staff mingle events and LPZooU training and educational sessions about the zoo, wildlife, ecology, and related subjects
• Company contribution to Health Savings Account (Medical PPO only)
• A working environment with green spaces and regularly available visits with wildlife!

Salary: $85k-100k

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GENERAL SUMMARY

Lincoln Park Zoo inspires communities to create environments where wildlife will thrive in our urbanizing world. The zoo is a leader in local and global conservation, animal care and welfare, learning, and science. A historic Chicago landmark founded in 1868, the not-for-profit Lincoln Park Zoo, is a privately-managed, member-supported organization and is free and open 365 days a year. Visit us at lpzoo.org.

Lincoln Park Zoo is seeking a full-time Director to lead its Animal Welfare Science Program. This program takes a strategic, science-driven approach to advancing animal welfare and maximizing positive outcomes for animals in our care and beyond. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President, the Director will provide visionary leadership and oversee all aspects of the programs operations. This includes strategic visioning in collaboration with senior leadership, implementation and evaluation of program activities, integration with animal care, scientific oversight, authoring scientific publications, managing scientific staff, budgeting, public speaking, engaging with donors, maintaining leadership within the AZA community, and collaborating with the zoos accredited sanctuary and animal advocacy partners. This position is in-person a minimum of 3 days per week; fully in-person preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• In alignment with the zoos strategic plan, leads the development and implementation of objectives for the Animal Welfare Science Program by identifying priorities and creating plans to ensure successful outcomes
• Research experience or interest in: Capacity building and tool development; understanding the human-animal influence; impact of choice and agency on animals, and advancing welfare science of understudied species.
• Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with internal and external partners to advocate for science-based practices in policy and legislation
• Supervises and supports the team, including Ph.D.-level scientists, a research assistant, and interns, fostering professional development and scientific growth
• Prioritizes, supervises and conducts research that serves to advance scientific understanding of animal welfare across taxa
• Collaborates with animal managers and care staff to co-develop and implement research that generates actionable knowledge regarding animal welfare at Lincoln Park Zoo.
• Recruits, mentors, and develops staff, students and volunteers to build capacity in the design and execution of rigorous animal welfare research.
• Manages program budgets, ensuring responsible financial oversight and alignment with strategic priorities
• Ensures efficient and effective on-grounds data collection by trained volunteers in the ZooMonitor program
• Ensures timely data analysis and dissemination of information that can support animal management decisions to continue advancing animal welfare
• Ensures the establishment, implementation and regular review/revision of animal welfare assessment protocols as required by AZA
• Disseminates research findings through scientific publications and presentations
• Disseminates and translates research findings in an accessible manner to zoo staff from various departments including Animal Care and Horticulture, Learning, Conservation and Science, and Development
• Delivers presentations to general audiences, including donors and the public, to promote awareness of animal welfare science and zoo initiatives
• Partners with the Development Department to secure funding in support of the Animal Welfare Science Program, including drafting grant proposals, meeting with donors, attending events, and preparing reports
• Serves on institutional committees such as the Research Committee, IACUC, and others
• Tracks and summarizes program activities, outcomes, and impact for internal and external reporting
• Encouraged to serve on the AZA Animal Welfare Committee to maintain national leadership in animal welfare
• Encouraged to hold adjunct or faculty appointments at local academic institutions to foster education and research collaborations

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as required. May be called on to substitute for other staff at the zoo during temporary absences by performing specified duties and responsibilities necessary to maintain continuity of operations and similarly performing duties of direct reports or coworkers, if required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• PhD in Psychology, Biology or closely related scientific discipline, with a strong record of peer-reviewed research.
• Demonstrated leadership in developing and delivering strategic, goal-driven scientific programs.
• Strong emotional intelligence and ability to convene scientists with animal management and keeper teams around shared goals
• Experience supervising and mentoring scientific staff, with a commitment to collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Advanced knowledge of animal welfare assessment, behavioral research methods, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with and interest in animal advocacy, policy and/or legislative efforts
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiencesfrom scientific peers to zoo staff, donors, and the public.
• Proven ability to build partnerships, navigate differing perspectives, and advocate effectively for science-based animal welfare practices.
• Skilled in budget management, grant writing, and strategic planning in support of program sustainability and growth.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

A Ph.D in the biological sciences or a related field (Psychology, Physiology, Biology, Animal Behavior, Veterinary Sciences or other)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

A minimum off 5 years conducting relevant research and directing independent research programs at a management level required.

Note: A comparable combination of education, experience or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skills and ability required may qualify an individual

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work at computer for long periods of time
• Ability to traverse zoo grounds
• Ability to stand for stretches of time for year-round data collection in a variety of environments, including public spaces and behind-the-scenes
• Ability to publicly address audiences of varying sizes

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Available to work special events that may occur outside of regular work schedule, including evenings, weekends or holidays, as assigned

OUR PROMISE

Lincoln Park Zoo is committed to an environment that is inclusive and welcoming. We celebrate the diverse qualities, perspectives, values, and experiences of all people. For Wildlife. For All.

LINCOLN PARK ZOO BENEFITS

In addition to such standard benefits ( Blue Cross Blue Shield) as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages, and a 403(b) savings plan with an institutional match, benefits of working at the zoo include (benefits are for regular full time employees):

• Free admission to many other Chicago cultural institutions
• Free on-site parking anytime with access to Lincoln Park, Lakeshore Trail, and North Avenue Beach
• Discounts on event tickets (free admission to select events), attractions, dining, and retail at the zoo
• Quarterly staff mingle events and LPZooU training and educational sessions about the zoo, wildlife, ecology, and related subjects
• Company contribution to Health Savings Account (Medical PPO only)
• A working environment with green spaces and regularly available visits with wildlife!

Salary: $85k-100k

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The University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences & Advanced Medicine invites qualified individuals to apply for an open faculty position in the Tenure Track (TT) in Animal Welfare and Behavior (AWB) at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The strongest candidates for this position will have a record of, or clear potential for scholarship in AWB science that includes extramural grants, studies, and program development. The successful candidate's primary area of focus might involve any number of AWB scientific fields, including animal behavior and welfare science, cognitive neuroscience, and human-animal interaction, amongst others. However, a focus on companion animals will be preferred. Members of standing faculty in the Tenure Track (TT) are primarily devoted to research in their field of expertise. TT Faculty annually spend no more than 5-15% of their time on clinical patient care, when applicable, teaching, and/or service. It is imperative that the candidate's primary and driving career interests and goals include scholarly accomplishment in the field, procurement of funding to support their research, and that they fully understand the duties and expectations specific to the TT track. In addition to scholarship, TT faculty must also excel in teaching and/or service.
The successful candidate will enjoy a wealth of opportunities that will enable fulfillment of these responsibilities in a highly collaborative environment within an active academic teaching hospital ( and ). The successful candidate will have the opportunity to engage and/or integrate with established and interdisciplinary programs within the School of Veterinary Medicine, including Behavior Medicine ( , Shelter Medicine ( , the Penn Vet Working Dog Center ( , and the MSc program in Animal Welfare and Behavior ( The candidate will also have ample opportunity for collaboration with faculty at our large animal hospital and research centers at Penn Vet's New Bolton Center Campus ( University provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which includes multiple options for retirement savings and tuition benefits for the candidate's spouse and/or dependent children. This is an outstanding opportunity for an individual who enjoys living and working in a vibrant urban environment with an abundance of cultural resources, including music, art, theaters, and fine dining ( Philadelphia offers easy access to New York and Washington DC. Additionally, Wissahickon Valley Park, Valley Forge National Park, and many more recreational amenities are within minutes of the city for the nature enthusiast.
Candidates should possess one or more doctoral degrees, which could include a DVM/VMD, PhD, MD, or combinations. Applications are being accepted immediately. Though negotiable, the anticipated start date of the position is within the next 12 months. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The strongest candidates will have a demonstrated record of academic success; however, candidates with less experience but with a drive and desire for academic excellence and research are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested applicants should apply electronically to The system will prompt you to attach a letter of intent including a statement of personal goals, research goals, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, and contact information for three references. The letters should be directed to Dr. Thomas Parsons, Marie A. Moore Endowed Professor of Animal Welfare and Ethics , Department of Clinical Studies New Bolton Center, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, 382 West Street Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348 ( ). Questions regarding the position should be sent to Kelli Cave, Search Coordinator
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Assistant Professor - (Animal Cognition, Primate Cognition, or Animal Welfare) Psychology Department
**FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT**
The Department of Psychology at Hunter College, City University of New York invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level beginning in Fall 2026. Our department is one of the largest in the college, and we are a collaborative community with a diverse faculty and student body.
We seek a faculty member who will contribute to teaching and mentoring in the Animal Behavior and Conservation (ABC) graduate program (at the master's level) and will be able to contribute to the psychology major's undergraduate focus in animal behavior and cognition. Faculty will also have the opportunity to recruit Ph.D. students through the Psychology Program at the CUNY Graduate Center. **We welcome applicants with expertise in any area of animal cognition. Applicants with a strong background in primate cognition or animal welfare science are especially encouraged to apply.**
**QUALIFICATIONS**
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Anthropology, Biology, Animal Behavior or a relevant field. We seek candidates who are prepared to contribute to our commitment to engagement and inclusion of diverse students, staff and faculty. Successful candidates will be expected to make significant contributions to scholarship in their area of expertise, have a history of extramural funding, or the potential for procuring such funding. Successful candidates will be expected to engage collaboratively in the Department's activities, including as primary mentor for students in our growing graduate and undergraduate programs, as well as in the PhD Programs at the CUNY Graduate Center.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
For this faculty search, we encourage all applicants with both research and teaching experience in any area of animal cognition to apply. We are especially interested in reviewing applications from candidates who study nonhuman primate cognition (e.g., experimental or observational research on topics including but not limited to nonhuman primate tool use, communication, social cognition and/or decision making), or animal welfare (e.g., domesticated - companion or farm - and/or wild animal welfare practice and/or policy). The successful candidate would ideally have experience or an interest in teaching one or more of the following courses: comparative cognition, primate social behavior and cognition, animal welfare and policy, urban wildlife cognition, research methods in animal behavior, ethology, conservation psychology and behavior, or ethics.
**COMPENSATION**
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
Assistant Professor salary range is $82,928 -$99,532.
CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will increase by approximately 9.54% with an additional increase of 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.
**HOW TO APPLY**
Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY Portal on City University of New York job website To search for this vacancy, click on SEARCH ALL POSTINGS and in SEARCH JOBS field, enter the Job Opening ID number 30714.
Click on the "APPLY NOW" button and follow the application instructions. Current users of the site should access their established accounts. New users should follow the instructions to set up an account.
Please have your documents available to attach into the application before you begin. Note, the required material must be uploaded as ONE document under CV/ Resume (do not upload individual files for a cover letter, references, etc.). The document must be in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format- and name of file should not exceed ten (10) characters - also DO NOT USE SYMBOLS (such as accents (é, è, (â, î or ô), ñ, ü, ï , -, _ or ç)).
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Your application should include a cover letter (500 word maximum) that summarizes your qualifications and your reasons for interest in this specific position. In addition to the cover letter, please submit:
1) a curriculum vitae,
2) a research statement (1000 word maximum),
3) a teaching statement (1000 word maximum), and
4) contact information for 3 references.
These references will only be contacted if your application is selected for an initial virtual interview.
In your cover letter, please indicate which of your papers you consider most important and why. In your research statement, please indicate both the intellectual merit and the broader impacts of your research. In your teaching statement, please include information about your experience teaching, mentoring and/or supervising students from diverse backgrounds and indicate what courses you can or would like to teach. In either statement, if relevant, please indicate the community service you have performed.
**CLOSING DATE**
The committee will begin reviewing complete applications on October 1, 2025. The search will remain open, and screening and review of applications will be ongoing-- until the position is filled. Applications submitted after the deadline will only be considered if the position(s) remain open after initial round.
**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID
30714
Location
Hunter College