• Position: Wildlife Veterinarian (Koala Focus)
• Contract: Position either casual or full-time contract – 3 or 5 days per week
• Location: Based at Gold Coast but will also need to work at Moreton Bay clinic and at regional project sites from time to time

ABOUT US:

Endeavour Veterinary Ecology (EVE) are a Queensland ecology business, pioneering a pragmatic solution in recovering koalas at the intersection where urban, industrial and rural development meets critical koala habitat. EVE recognise the paramount role we play at the table with key decision-makers in designing, and delivering, a holistic koala-friendly framework of coexistence.

EVE’s specialised koala expertise, coupled with intelligent wildlife technologies, is leading the way in koala management and having proven results in reversing the decline in the koala population, utilising our multi-discipline approach of veterinarian, technology, legacy projects and expertise.

THE ROLE:

Endeavour Veterinary Ecology is offering a unique opportunity for a passionate and experienced Veterinarian to join our team and work with us to recover, manage and monitor wild koala populations in Queensland. The position has responsibility for ensuring the health and well-being of program koalas, including conducting comprehensive veterinary examinations of koalas under anaesthesia, collecting samples for diagnostic and research purposes, and treating sick or injured animals. Performing necropsy examinations to accurately determine the causes of mortality in the population and fitting telemetry devices to koalas are components of the role.

The Candidate:

To be successful with your application, you will have a demonstrated interest in wildlife conservation and fastidious attention to detail. We work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, so an easy-going nature, flexibility and excellent time management skills are also required. Experience in koala or other Australian wildlife medicine is desirable, but recent graduates with a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience and a record of academic excellence will also be considered.

Location:

This position based primarily at our clinic at the Gold Coast, with work also at the Moreton Bay region clinic. This role will include weekend work on a shared roster, and periodic work at other locations in Queensland. We offer a generous remuneration package, commensurate with experience, which will be negotiated with potential successful applicants.

Essential Criteria:

• Veterinary degree registrable in Queensland
• Demonstrated passion for wildlife conservation and welfare
• A minimum of 2 years of clinical experience
• An Open manual driver’s license

Desirable Criteria:

• Prior experience in wildlife medicine and management, including wildlife telemetry and GIS
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Competency in the use of computers and commonly used programs (Microsoft Office and Apple programs)

How to Apply:

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A position description is attached.