Science Programs Specialist (Seasonal)
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10137530 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Dec. 22, 2025Job Summary:
About The Role
As a Science Programs Specialist focusing on The Seas with Nemo and Friends, you will be part of the dynamic and innovative Science Operations team where we are part of a broader mission to Lead Walt Disney Parks and Resorts to Care for animals and the environment, Connect people to nature and Conserve our natural resources. In this role, you will contribute to multidisciplinary scientific projects in support of the Seas Science Operations team’s strategic plans. The Science team is a dynamic team consisting of experts from multiple disciplines focused on behavior, endocrinology, cognition, behavioral husbandry, population biology, environmental monitoring and welfare that contribute to the care and welfare of animals living across Disney’s parks and resorts.
In this on-site seasonal role, you will report to the Science Operations Manager.
What You Will Do
- Lead and coordinate applied research projects with an emphasis on animal care and welfare topics through data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Collaborate with both internal and external partners to identify, prioritize, and conduct applied management and technical projects to support operational and industry needs.
- Serve on the Science Operations Team Leadership team, leading by example with an innovative and growth mindset that emphasizes the generation of novel ideas and solution-oriented approaches to operational challenges.
- Share project findings externally in presentation and publication formats.
- Help create and deliver quality guest experiences that showcase the Science team’s contributions to evidence-based animal care at Disney and for the broader zoo and aquarium industry.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience publishing in peer reviewed scientific journals.
- Demonstrated experience presenting scientific work to different audiences.
- Demonstrated experience conducting applied animal welfare focused research in an aquarium or zoo setting.
- Demonstrated proficiency in designing research projects, including statistical analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate well in both written and oral formats.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a larger team with diverse stakeholders.
- Minimum availability of two days a week with potential to cover Saturdays and Sundays if needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least five years of experience working for a zoological institution.
- Experience conducting research with more than one taxonomic group of animals.
- Experience in automated image and video analysis.
- Experience teaching university level courses.
Required Education
- Advanced (MSc or PhD) degree in Biology/Marine Biology/Zoology/Animal Science or related field.
Additional Information
Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life! This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide! Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits
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About Walt Disney World Resort:
Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
