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Director of Clinical Medicine, Bronx Zoo

Wildlife Conservation Society

Bronx Zoo, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Apr 2026

💰 $165,000/yr

About the role

Qualification Requirements

Hold a veterinary degree (DVM, VMD, DMV, or equivalent) with 10 or more years of experience in zoo/wildlife medicine.
Have or be eligible to obtain, and maintain, a New York State Veterinary License, USDA accreditation, Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Controlled Drug License, and a valid
Demonstrated knowledge with all regulations including those from USDA, DEA, OSHA, AZA, AAZV, New York State, and New York City.
Be able to manage a complex, multi-veterinarian, multi-technician health care program.
Be able to work effectively outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and physical environments to administer appropriate veterinary care to the animal collection.
Board certification or eligibility in relevant Veterinary College (ACZM, ECZM, ABVP, or equivalent) desirable.
Proficient in reading, writing, and effectively communicating in English with excellent written, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Able to work a flexible schedule, including working non-traditional hours, holidays, scheduled on-call, emergency responses, and weekends or evenings as needed.
Experience communicating and coordinating activities with a variety of departments.
Driver’s License.

Physical Demands:

This role requires frequent use of a computer, including keyboarding, mouse use, and telephone communication.
The position involves regular sitting, standing, walking, stair climbing, bending, reaching, and driving.
Employees must be able to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
Occasional kneeling, overhead reaching, pushing and pulling, and navigating uneven terrain are required.

Work Conditions and Environment:

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, including in all weather conditions, and may involve working closely with others or independently.
Occasional exposure to excess noise, potentially dangerous animals, and potentially infectious agents may occur.

Equal Employment Opportunity Disclaimer:
WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging in a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and looking for future team members who share that same value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, caste, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by laws and regulations/and similar categories.

It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities. The organization complies with the spirit and intent of relevant local laws and WCS’s employment policies.

Note that the salary offer will reflect the selected candidate’s individual experiences, skills and qualifications, internal equity, work location and country of work.

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