About the Role & TeamJoin us as part of a dynamic team and science-based culture where our mission is to Lead Walt Disney Parks and Resorts to Care for animals and the environment, Connect people to nature and Conserve our natural resources. As the Science Operations Manager, you will provide oversight and leadership for the Science programs operation and scientific input into the Animal Care Operation and Strategy. Join this team consisting of scientists and behavior management experts from multiple disciplines focused on animal wellbeing and population management, with experts in behavior, endocrinology, cognition, behavioral husbandry, population biology, environmental monitoring and welfare across multiple locations. As part of the science team, you will work in close collaboration with the Disney Conservation team in support of conservation and science goals.In this leadership role, you will be reporting to the Science Operations Director.What You Will Do
Have oversight for all internal and external research projects and collaborations as well as advise on scientific and welfare issues across teams and our field related to care and sustainability of zoo and aquarium animals
Craft a shared vision to encourage team members, co-workers and collaborators, and guests around the value and impact of evidence-based management
Lead by example with an innovative and growth mindset, through idea-generation and solution oriented approaches
Lead strategic goals, including timely and detailed communication across large teams, crafting an inclusive and strong team culture, and managing change and driving projects to timely completions
Share knowledge and stories with ASE and park leadership and external partners and provides input in decision-making
Cultivate scientific partnerships with internal and external collaborators, and serve the broader zoo and aquarium field
Lead others to apply scientific approaches to gather objective information as requested by partner teams to address issues relevant to health, welfare, and sustainability
Assist in developing and driving the scientific direction of the science program
Help build and deliver quality guest experiences that showcase evidence-based care
Lead individual and team contributions to The Walt Disney Company and Animal’s, Science and Environment strategic goals initiatives.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Proven ability leading a team, with a minimum of five years of leadership experience
Confirmed leadership skills with experience in mentoring, coaching and recognizing team members
Excellent experimental design skills and experience conducting research in wildlife, with a strong history of publication in peer reviewed journals
Understand of the role of research in modern zoo and aquarium operations, with a passion to move the zoo and aquarium field forward by applying innovative science-based management and groundbreaking behavioral husbandry approaches, and driving research related to welfare, health, and population sustainability
Ability to work well in a team environment and influence without authority
Knowledge of AZA structure and standards pertaining to research, animal welfare and behavioral husbandry programs
Excellent communication and project management skills (oral, written) across complementary teams
Passion for storytelling and connecting guests to nature and science
Preferred Qualifications
Broad knowledge of the various fields within animal well being
Involvement in AZA committees/programs
Experience handling operating and labor budgets
Experience studying wildlife in a zoo or aquarium setting
Instructing experience
Experience working with behavioral husbandry and welfare programs
Education
Doctoral or Veterinary Degree, or Masters Degree plus relevant equivalent experience
Additional InformationBenefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life! This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide! Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits#DXMedia#li-jh6Location: Lake Buena Vista,FloridaJob Posting Company: Walt Disney World ResortThe Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email [email protected] with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.