Veterinarian

Responsible for the maintenance and management of all aspects of collection animal health for SeaWorld Abu Dhabi including diagnosis, treatment of disease, preventative medicine programs, the animal welfare program, nutrition

As part of various programs, oversees medical care of rescued wildlife including but not limited to dugongs, birds, sea turtles, and cetaceans

Shares responsibility for the management of Animal Rescue Program with the Zoological Directors

Consults and educates the Zoological colleagues, leadership teams and occasionally the public in areas of health, welfare, and husbandry

Conducts animal health research projects and prepares the results for presentations and peer-reviewed publications

Ensures any noncompliance and safety related incidents are promptly investigated and corrective action taken as needed

Assists in the field for rescues, health assessments and possible field research with various species

Performs other duties as assigned by the leadership team

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree

Ability to obtain a license to practice veterinary medicine in the UAE

5 years of proven experience in a zoo, aquarium, or oceanarium organization. This may include post-doctoral training or a minimum of two years of full-time practical experience

Excellent leadership, communication and teamwork abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Demonstrated knowledge with operating and utilizing Computed Tomography (CT)/ Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) imaging modalities and associated viewing programs

Demonstrated knowledge with professional zoo/aquarium and animal conservation communities