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The Marine Mammal Center

Location: Sausalito , California , United States

Application Deadline: Dec-08-2024

Program Description

Work with a robust team of veterinary professionals and volunteers to provide care for stranded marine mammals (mostly seals and sea lions) including assessment, treatment, husbandry and critical care. Work with the pathology team to conduct post-mortem examinations on deceased patients to investigate causes of death and disease processes.Investigate and present a research project (topic- or case-based) during the rotation.

Animals Typically Seen at Organization, Institution or Clinic

Marine mammals

Knowledge or Experience Required

Qualifications and Experience- Veterinary student enrolled in end of third year through fourth year (clinical year) of veterinary school; open to international students.- Demonstrated interest in marine mammal and wildlife health and pathology

Information on when this externship runs, duration and start / end dates (if applicable)

This position requires a minimum of three weeks to a maximum of four weeks from March through September.Application period: September to December 2023 Application review: January to February 2024 Notification of application acceptance or denial: February 2024 Onsite for externship: March to September 2025 – each rotation is three to four weeks

How to Apply

https://www.marinemammalcenter.org/education/veterinary-professionals

 

To Apply: Applicants must submit all the following materials to be considered for this position: incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

1. Cover letter outlining the applicant's interests and professional goals: must include your top 3 choice dates for a 3-4 week rotation. 

2. Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)

3. Two letters of recommendation from professionals familiar with the applicant’s academic and/or clinical performance. These letters MUST be signed and in letter form, such as a PDF, NOT sent as the body of an email: it is the applicant's responsibility to confirm receipt of these letters. Letters can be uploaded with other application materials, OR emailed directly to training@tmmc.org 

**Please ensure your letter writers indicate WHO the letter is for in the subject line!

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