Anibal Ruben Armendaris
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled Biologist/Animal Health and Welfare Specialist with a proven track record in zoological/wildlife conservation, ecology, and medicine. Experienced in project management, design and implementation of policies, protocols, and development of educational materials to ensure the well-being and ethical treatment of a diverse range of animals. Focal expertise in anatomy, physiology, behavior, endoparasitism, and disease etiology/epidemiology of herpetofaunal species. Adept at auditing supplier facilities, monitoring health programs, and mitigating disease outbreaks. Extensive background in veterinary care, research, biosecurity, disease mitigation, and conservation efforts.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specialty Animal Health and Welfare Biologist
PetSmart Corporate
03.2020 - Current
- Provided routine risk assessments and ecological and welfare impact studies for species offered at the store level, considering IUCN status and governing body regulations, disease/biosecurity risk, and public perception
- Updated policies and protocols for a more comprehensive, ethical, and appropriate care of specialty animals (amphibian, reptilian, avian, small mammal, invertebrate) within the PetSmart network, spanning the US and Canada
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive disease monitoring and prevention program
- Managed disease investigation in collaboration with academic researchers, labs, and out of network partners
- Provided detailed species specific analysis and recommendations animals in the PetSmart network
- Including but not limited to disease considerations, nutritional management, behavioral health/ enrichment, and general welfare management
- Conducted audits of animal supplier/vendor facilities, ensuring adherence to ethical sourcing practices, appropriate and effective biosecurity, and fostering conservation-oriented stewardship.
Senior Veterinary and Research Technician
Wildlife Conservation Society/Bronx Zoo Zoological Health Program
06.2017 - 03.2020
- Orchestrated the oversight and implementation of comprehensive clinical, anesthetic, and diagnostic procedures for wildlife patients within the zoos and aquarium of Wildlife Conservation Society
- Conducted groundbreaking research (in situ and in lab) on a variety of species
- Nurtured a culture of excellence by training veterinarians, veterinary technicians, volunteers, and students, ensuring the highest standards of care
- Drove the development and implementation of preventative medicine programs crucial to the well-being of collection animals.
Lead LVT/Administrator
Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services - SEAVS
09.2005 - 01.2017
- Pioneered the development and implementation of technical, procedural, and educational protocols for the technical staff and veterinary interns
- Delivered dynamic education and hands-on training, focusing on various facets of exotic animal veterinary medicine
- Coordinated and collaborated on a variety of ground breaking research projects
- Lectured on exotic animal anatomy/physiology, husbandry, emergency/intensive care, internal medicine/epidemiology, behavior, diagnostics, anesthesiology, pharmacology and zoonotic diseases
- Coordinated web/graphic development and media integration, showcasing a commitment to advancing veterinary practices.
Research Analyst/Project Manager
T.E. Systems, Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Led field research and data analysis
- Conceptualized bilingual client/consumer handouts
- Drove project/contract proposal writing
- Managed a variety of projects, including budget allocation and report writing.
Research Associate/Conflict Resolution Assistant Mediator
Office of the Secretary General of the Organization of American States
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Drove the research, analysis, and reporting on current or developing affairs, member country resolutions, national security concerns or initiatives, narco/terrorist/paramilitary movement, etc
- Built a system for maintaining a record of pertinent topics discussed during general council meetings
- Provide constructive feedback on member country resolutions and proposals.
Education
Master of Arts in Conservation Biology -
Miami University
Miami, Ohio01.2019
Associates Degree in Veterinary Technology -
Northern Virginia Community College
Loudon, Virginia01.2007
International Iberoamerican Masters of Arts in International Drug Dependency Studies and Counter Narcotics -
Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia
Lima, Peru01.2005
B.A. in Latin American Studies/Spanish Language and Literature -
The George Washington University
Washington, D.C.01.2002
Skills
- Fully Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Scientific writing, research, literature synthesis
- Field work/Data collection and analysis
- Sample processing
- Wildlife biodiversity, ecology, conservation, and veterinary medicine
- Public health, biosecurity, and disease mitigation
- Public outreach/education
- Animal production facility auditing
- Basic GIS
- Writing reports
Certification
- Certified veterinary technician - Arizona (active)
- Licensed veterinary technician - New York (active)
- Registered veterinary technician - California (inactive but eligible for renewal)
Timeline
Specialty Animal Health and Welfare Biologist
PetSmart Corporate
03.2020 - Current
Senior Veterinary and Research Technician
Wildlife Conservation Society/Bronx Zoo Zoological Health Program
06.2017 - 03.2020
Lead LVT/Administrator
Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services - SEAVS
09.2005 - 01.2017
Research Analyst/Project Manager
T.E. Systems, Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2005
Research Associate/Conflict Resolution Assistant Mediator
Office of the Secretary General of the Organization of American States
01.2003 - 01.2004
Master of Arts in Conservation Biology -
Miami University
Associates Degree in Veterinary Technology -
Northern Virginia Community College
International Iberoamerican Masters of Arts in International Drug Dependency Studies and Counter Narcotics -
Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia
B.A. in Latin American Studies/Spanish Language and Literature -
The George Washington University
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