To whom it may concern at the Arizona Game and Fish Department,
I am writing to you regarding the wildlife technician position you have available. I read your post on Conservationjobboard.com, and I am delighted to learn that several of my experiences match with your required qualifications. I am seeking a rewarding occupation where I can utilize contemporary research techniques to protect endangered species in their natural habitat, and I believe I can accomplish this ambition by working for the Game and Fish Department.
I am a University of Arizona alumni with a degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology with honors. Throughout my undergraduate career, I worked in several research labs to gain invaluable experience, which allowed me to hone my data taking and entry skills, proved my ability to follow procedures, and work efficiently in a lab environment. Most recently, I worked as a graduate research assistant for the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute from June 2015 to June 2016. During this time, I expanded my skills in assisting in
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My broad technical and field experiences have molded me into a capable, versatile researcher, which will allow me to immerse myself into any project and perform required tasks with ease. In addition, I am enthusiastic about challenging myself to learn new research techniques and how to apply my knowledge to problems and responsibilities at hand. To aid my pursuits, I have expansive experience in writing clear, concise scientific reports, I can operate a multitude of computer programs — including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, and R — and I am able to memorize and locate numerous endemic species while out in the
“I solemnly dedicate myself to aiding animals and society by providing excellent care and services for animals…” is the first part of the veterinary technician oath (“Veterinary Technician Oath). Veterinary technicians and technologists help the veterinarian care for sick animals in various different ways. Technologists usually work in a lab setting under a scientist or veterinarian. Their jobs included giving medication, preparing tissue samples, and recording a patient’s weight, diet, or genealogy. Technicians are more common and they work in private practices performing lab tests, talking to the animal owners, and helping the veterinarian (“Veterinary Technicians and Technologists”).
Soule, Michael E et al. “Ecological Effectiveness: Conservation Goals for Interactive Species.” Conservation Biology 17.5 (2003) : 1238-1250.
I am elated to celebrate Texas Independence Day by preparing my response to your call for the Project Director who will help make your beautiful dream a tangible reality, here in the heart of Texas. With broad and deep experience in bringing visions to life through my unique ability to direct the path of projects, I am confident that my record of delivering award-winning results will be well worth your time to review. After spending the last year patiently watching for a visionary project to appear that matches my own discerning criteria, I believe it has finally appeared in the form of the Pecan Street Project.
Lloyd, Emma. "Alternatives to the Use of Animals in Research." Animal Experimentation (2008): n. pag. Web. 27 Feb 2011.
“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened” - Anatole France
When I was growing up and always playing with animals, I realized what I might want to do with my life. Since animals are, for the most part, vulnerable and helpless, they need someone to take care of them. For animals in need to survive and carry on, there must be a caring person willing to take time out of their day to care for these animals. This person is responsible for providing care such as feeding, cleaning, giving water and administering medication to animals in veterinary offices, zoos, laboratories or animal hospitals. This person is called a veterinary assistant (Writer).
As a child, I grew up going to work with my mother who is a registered veterinary technician. I observed many different medical situations in the veterinary field. I went to work with my mom many days throughout a span of ten years; eventually I acquired a job at the same clinic. Working in this clinic I gained experience with developing loyal clientele, being sociable, maintaining client and patient confidentiality, respecting privacy, and withholding large amounts of patience. I learned skills such as drawing blood, doing lab tests, including x-rays, administering fluids and medications, obtaining a patent history, scheduling appointments, placing catheters, surgical assisting, large and small animal birthing, maintaining a multi line phone
"Speak Out for Species (S.O.S) - Animals Used in Experiments and Testing." University of Georgia. Web. 14 Dec. 2009. .
Mukerjee, Madhusree, Laurie Grace, and Bryan Christie. "Trends in Animal Research." Scientific American, 2 Feb. 1997: n. pag. elibrary. Web. 12 Nov. 2013.
In one way or another, I have been taking care of animals my entire life. Growing up, I was completely dedicated to animals, caring for what could be considered a mini zoo. Naturally, as a child, I was set on a career as a veterinarian. Like most children, I was naive about the veterinary profession, but I had plenty of people to warn me about its challenges. Albeit initially discouraged from becoming a veterinarian, my search for a meaningful career not only revived my spark for veterinary medicine but also gave me the maturity and experience necessary to succeed in it.
I am a biology and chemistry major at Harford Community College and am working to obtain an associate of science degree in biology and chemistry- calculus based physics from HCC. My plan is to transfer to the University of Maryland and study Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine with the goal of entering Veterinary School. I have been working towards veterinary school since I was fourteen years old. My passion for the subject began while I was working at Olney Farm, a horse farm in Fallston, MD. I began horseback riding at ten-years old and started volunteering at the farm within five months of my first lesson. I was homeschooled; therefore, I could get to the barn before all the other children got out of school. I learned how to retrieve the horses from their fields, groom them, and get them ready for the lessons for that day. Eventually, I performed these tasks for eight lessons a week. I enjoyed observing the various behaviors of the horses, administering special diets to specific horses, treating their surface wounds, and carrying out general tasks to maintain the horses’ health. This is when my desire for veterinary medicine began.
Being an expert Scientist and Biologist, I have the capability to provide highly technical analyses and expert research in the areas of Neurotoxicology, Neurophysiology, Neuroanatomy, Neurochemistry, Neuropharmacology, Neuropathology, and other Psychiatric disorders; Scientific Program Evaluation and Management; Project Lifecycle Management; Complex Scientific Issues; and Health Sciences.
Dr. Dave Hone (2014) proudly honors the title of being in the pro-zoo camp. Hone was a volunteer for a number of years at two different zoos and is able to identify zoos as being more than just a collection of animals (Hone, 2014, para. 2) He firsthand witnessed the importance of how conservation assists with preventing species from going extinct, the role education plays to inform many children and adults along with the guidance research shares to help better understand wildlife (Hone, 2014). In order to ensure that wild animals receive maximum care it is crucial to gain beneficial knowledge from research. In addition to understanding animal breeding through research, zoo officials are able to learn how to prevent and cure a variety of animal diseases. Education is another positive resource that zoos have to offer. There is always the option to learn about wild animals through animal documentaries, however many people enjoy a prominent up-close personal
Redford, Kent H., Deborah B. Jensen, and James J. Breheny. "Integrating The Captive And The Wild." Science 338.6111 (2012): 1157-1158. Environment Index. Web. 27 Mar. 2014.
Sevier, Laura. "How to Get Involved in Wildlife Conservation." The Ecologist. Oliver Tickell, 27 May 2010. Web. 03 Apr. 2014. .