• Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field.
• Master's degree in zoology or a specific area of zoology, such as mammalogy, ornithology, or herpetology.
• Doctorate (Ph.D.) for advanced research positions or teaching at the university level.
Skills and Experience:
• Strong research and analytical skills,
• Knowledge of animal taxonomy and classification.
• Fieldwork and observation skills,
• Experience in animal handling.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal,
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team,
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills,
• Knowledge of computer applications and statistical software,
• Ability to work with microscopes and other lab equipment.
Other requirements:
• Physical stamina for field work, hiking, and carrying equipment,
• Ability to work in diverse and often remote environments,
• willingness to travel, sometimes for extended periods,
• Good physical health,
• strong organizational skills,
• Time management and prioritization skills,
• Initiative, drive and passion for zoology.