Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Wildlife Health and Conservation; St Kitts

Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Wildlife Health and Conservation (St Kitts)

Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM) invites applications for one Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Wildlife Health and Conservation focusing on sea turtles, shorebirds, and seabirds. The position is an in‑person role located on St. Kitts and requires relocation.

This opportunity involves conducting research on endangered and threatened wildlife species, collecting population and health data, and contributing to management and policy initiatives. Current projects include nesting behavior, foraging ecology, disease surveillance, sex ratio assessments, clinical cases, necropsy, and conservation education.

The successful candidate will work with a multidisciplinary supervisory team:
Dr. Kimberly M. Stewart, Dr. Karen L. Eckert, Dr. Terry Norton, and Dr. Scott Rush.

• Lead and collaborate on intramural and extramural grant applications.
• Publish at least two manuscripts per year.
• Present research at WIDECAST AGM and ISTS annually.
• Supervise and train student volunteers and research elective students (minimum 20 per year).
• Train graduate and veterinary students in field and laboratory techniques.

• Willing to relocate to St. Kitts with assistance.
• PhD in wildlife management, conservation medicine, or a related field.
• Previous research experience with sea turtles and/or seabirds/shorebirds.
• Strong record of research productivity (publications, presentations).
• Ability to work independently and lead projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to swim, walk at least five miles on soft sand, and lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Proficiency with data management tools (Microsoft Office, Earth Ranger, Kobo Toolbox).
• Flexibility to work nights/early mornings and respond to field emergencies as needed.

• Work alongside leading conservation scientists in the Caribbean.
• Access to extensive management data from ongoing projects.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful conservation outcomes and policy.
• Professional development through grant writing, publications, and conference presentations.

Submit the following materials by December 31 2025:

• Cover letter (max 2 pages) detailing research experience and interest in both project areas.
• Curriculum vitae with a complete list of publications.
• Reference information requested from three referees.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation