<p>Lemur Conservation Foundation</p> <p>Lemur Keeper</p> <p>Lemur Conservation Foundation</p> <p>The Lemur Conservation Foundation is an AZA related facility that houses 50+ lemurs on 130 acres in Myakka City Florida. LCF is dedicated to the preservation and conservation of the primates of Madagascar through managed breeding, scientific research, education, and art.</p> <p>Lemur Keeper</p> <p>The lemur keeper performs routine husbandry tasks to provide for the daily feeding, cleaning and medical care of the collection animals including medicating, training, and enriching the facility's lemur population. The keeper maintains cleanliness and condition of animal enclosures in addition to modifying and installing new species-appropriate features in exhibits. The lemur keeper is responsible for assisting with routine and emergency medical treatment for lemurs including physical exams, administration of medications and contraceptives, fecal collection, monitoring of reproductive cycles, weighing animals, and capture and restraint.</p> <p>The lemur keeper must observe, report, and record signs of illness and/or behavioral concerns through observation of physical condition and behavior of the lemur collection.</p> <p>The lemur keeper prepares and distributes nutritionally appropriate and balanced diets and maintains cleanliness of animal quarters and assigned areas. The ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.</p> <p>The lemur keeper will be responsible for regularly training animals using operant conditioning and positive reinforcement and providing enrichment in accordance with the expectations of the LCF behavioral management program.</p> <p>The selected candidate must be able to communicate in a professional manner with a variety of personalities to foster a positive and productive work atmosphere, as well as thrive in a team environment. The lemur keeper will be expected to lead private tours for donors, assist with special events, and support and facilitate research occurring on the reserve.</p> <p>The lemur keeper must perform other related duties as deemed necessary and appropriate by the curator.</p> <p>Experience Required</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university • At least one year related experience (primates preferred) • Must be in good physical condition (able to lift 50 lbs., walk several miles, stand for long periods of time) • Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions, work in extreme temperatures, and work in forested areas with uneven terrain. • Lemur keepers work 40 hrs/week including holidays and weekends. </li></ul> <p>Salary</p> <p>Commensurate with Experience</p> <p>How to Apply</p> <p>How to Apply</p> <p>Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to:</p> <p>Emily Bricker (Curator)</p> <p>ebricker@lemurreserve.org</p> <p>Lemur Conservation Foundation</p> <p>PO Box 249</p> <p>Myakka City, FL 34251</p> <p>Phone: 9413228494</p> <p>Visit our website</p> <p>@lemurreserve</p> <p>Like us on Facebook</p>