AZA Reproductive Management Center (RMC)

The Association of Zoos & Aquarium’s (AZA) Reproductive Management Center (RMC) is tasked with providing science-based reproductive management advice to AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums to support the long-term viability of animal populations in human care. The RMC conducts research on predictors of successful reproduction in AZA-managed animal populations, uses modeling to identify optimal breeding strategies that meet population genetic and demographic goals while maintaining fertility, investigates the safety, efficacy and reversibility of contraceptives used in wildlife, and provides contraceptive recommendations to animal managers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides support to the AZA Reproductive Management Center contraceptive programs. Duties generally include but are not limited to receiving, packaging, and shipping contraceptive implants, as well as invoicing zoos and entering data into the contraception database. There may also be opportunities to participate in additional ongoing RMC research projects depending on the candidate’s skills and interest. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be proficient with a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and database software (MSWord, Excel, Access). MS Access experience not required, but preferred. Ability to lift up to 35lbs. Must be able to take direction and also work independently when applicable. Must be detail oriented. Excellent organizational and time-management skills required. Must be able to work weekdays and handle confidential information.

Position is a minimum of 5hrs/wk, but limited to up to 10 hrs/wk at $13.25/hr, and the person must be able to devote at least a 3-hour block of this time on a Monday or a Tuesday.

All successful candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal background check and drug test.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

If you are interested, please email a brief paragraph mentioning how you heard about this position, your major(s) and year in school, and why you are interested in this position, along with an updated resume or CV to Monica McDonald (mmcdonald@stlzoo.org).

Applications are due May 16, 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately until an offer is made and accepted. Applicant should be ready to officially begin work before Sept 1. Start date between June and Sept 1 is preferred.