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Institute of Zoology (IoZ) is the research division of the Zoological Society of London (ZSL). It is a government-funded research institute specialising in scientific issues relevant to the conservation of animal species and their habitats. The Institute is based at ZSL's Regents Park site, London. Vacancies advertised as they arise.

Marwell Zoological Park The mission of this registered charity is "to contribute to the conservation of biological diversity, the conservation and management of wild species in their natural habitat, and by inspiring improved understanding, awareness and care of wildlife and the environment". Job vacancies advertised as they arise.

Newquay Zoo has become one of the country's top zoos, with ground breaking and innovative conservation programmes. Winning 11 major awards since 1996, as well as passing the South West Tourism Visitor Attraction Quality Assurance assessment, it has proved itself to be one of the best attractions in the South West. Job vacancies advertised as they arise.

Shepreth Wildlife Park has adopted many injured victims of road accidents, shootings etc. They have hand reared countless orphaned animals such as foxes, stoats, hedgehogs, squirrels, hares, rabbits, deer, polecats, bats, owls, kestrels, sparrowhawks, swans, geese, doves, ducks and many species of small birds. Many of the farm animals in the Park today were saved from the slaughterhouse - including the ponies which were destined for dog food. Many of the different exotic animals in the Park come from zoos that have closed down, or were unwanted pets. Job vacancies advertised as they arise.

Twycross Zoo is a charitable trust concentrating on conservation and education, and now assists endangered animals. Like most British zoos, Twycross receives no government funds and relies entirely on money spent by visitors to continue its work. Job vacancies advertised as they arised.

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Universities Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW) is a unique scientific and technical animal welfare organisation. They use scientific knowledge and established expertise to improve the welfare of animals kept as pets, in zoos, and on farms and of wild animals with which we interact. They also award grants and scholarships. Job vacancies advertised.

British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) is the professional body representing the best zoos and aquariums in Britain and Ireland. Their Member Collections pride themselves on their excellent animal welfare, education and conservation work. BIAZA supports them in their work and helps promote the work of good zoos and aquariums. They have useful careers information.

World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) their mission is to guide, encourage and support the zoos, aquariums, and like-minded organisations of the world in animal care and welfare, environmental education and global conservation.

South East Asian Zoos Association (SEAZA) has a mission that their member zoos utilise their animal collections for the primary purposes of educating the public by imparting messages on the urgent need for environmental conservation in a manner that upholds the respect and dignity of the wild animal.

African Association of Zoos and Aquaria (PAAZAB) The association upholds modern zoo best practice in the provision of supportive environments for the animals, personnel and public; active involvement in the maintenance of biodiversity; management for the wider benefit of the community and the provision of education opportunities for learning about animals and their environments.