Animal Caretaker - On-Call
Skidmore College•Saratoga Springs, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
The Animal Care Technician is a critical participant in the maintenance and management plan for the college’s census of laboratory animals used both in research and teaching. The successful candidate will provide support in the Animal Research Facility that includes daily care and maintenance of housing for rodents, several aquatic species, and amphibians that support research and teaching in several academic departments. This is a part-time “on-call” position, anticipated to average 10 hours per week, which may include weekend and holiday hours.
Requirements
- High school diploma
- Demonstrated high level of reliability, responsibility, and attention to detail
- Experience working with animals (research, farm, or companion) beyond pet ownership
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Ability to perform tasks that require repetitive bending and reaching
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree or higher in a field related to animal care
- Experience working with laboratory animal research
- Experience with technical animal facility support
Responsibilities
- Daily care and maintenance of housing for rodents, aquatic species, and amphibians.
- Support research and teaching activities involving laboratory animals.
Benefits
- Pay rate: $18.50 per hour
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
