Animal Caretaker - Casual Job

Bucknell University

9d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Animal Caretaker is responsible for the monitoring and care of animals and supports the Biology, Psychology, Animal Behavior, and Neuroscience Programs. Animal care at Bucknell is a necessary and critical component that allows Bucknell to be in full compliance with Federal Regulations regarding animal housing and care.

Requirements

Ability to communicate with clarity and professionalism.
Comfortable using email, Microsoft Word and Excel

Nice To Haves

Some immunizations are preferred.
Previous experience and training in animal care and husbandry and other cleaning tasks.
AALAS certification at any level is preferred.
Knowledge of animal care within the context of biomedical research or veterinary care.

Responsibilities

Routine cleaning of cages and living spaces.
Animal handling, feeding and food preparation.
Monitoring of food and liquid intake.
Provision of adequate environmental enrichment.
Early detection of signs of illness, injury, pregnancy, or abnormalities in physiology or behavior.
Keep records of day-to-day animal care (e.g. including feeding, cleaning, health checks.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling options determined by role
Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
Tuition remission for themselves.
Tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent
Various tuition programs for their children.
Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
Parental leave
An employee assistance program
Fitness center membership