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Betreff: VETERINARY INTERNSHIP
Datum: Wed, 19 Dec 2001 10:18:31 -0500
Von: Larry Dunn <[log in to unmask]>
Rückantwort: Marine Mammals Research and Conservation
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AQUATIC ANIMAL MEDICINE INTERNSHIP
The Department of Research and Veterinary Services of Mystic Aquarium,
a
division of Sea Research Foundation, offers a one -year
internship/research
opportunity in aquatic animal medicine. With agreement by both parties
an
additional year in the program is possible. Applicants must possess a
VMD/DVM degree or equivalent. Preference will be given to applicants
with
graduate degrees and/or postgraduate clinical experience in a practice
or
internship setting. Entry level familiarity with ultrasound, radiology
and
endoscopy systems is expected. The initial stipend is $23,500 per annum.
The successful applicant will assist in the diagnosis
and
treatment of medical cases from the Aquarium's extensive collection of
invertebrates, fresh and saltwater fishes, penguins, seals, sea lions
and
beluga whales. In addition the intern will participate in our rescue,
rehabilitation, and release program for stranded marine mammals.
Collateral
opportunities at cooperating area academic, government, and private
industry
laboratories are encouraged. The intern will have an opportunity to
develop
teaching skills by his/her involvement in the Aquarium's veterinary
externship program and at informal seminars. The intern will pursue one
or
more clinical or research interests and prepare the results of this
study
for presentation at an appropriate meeting and for publication in the
peer
reviewed literature. Past interns have gone on to acceptance into
well-recognized graduate/residency programs or employment in the field
of
aquatic, comparative, or zoological medicine.
Applicants should submit transcripts from all post
baccalaureate programs which he/she has attended, three letters of
recommendation from individuals familiar with the applicant's academic
performance and his/her potential in the clinical and research arenas, a
current C.V. or resume and a statement reflecting the applicant's goals
in
the area of aquatic animal medicine and research to: J. Lawrence Dunn
VMD,
Mystic Aquarium, 55 Coogan Boulevard, Mystic, CT 06355; phone
860-572-5955
ext. 103, e-mail at <[log in to unmask]>. The internship period
extends from ~1 June 2002 through ~15 June 2003. The application
deadline
is March 15, 2002.
Potential applicants visiting the southern New England
area
should contact us for a tour of our facilities and a chance to meet with
our
staff. Mystic Aquarium is an AA/EOE.
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