Base: $20.37 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
Fully onsite
Animal husbandry duties
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to undertake physical work
Vassar College is seeking an Animal Care Specialist to support husbandry operations in laboratory animal research. This entry-level, full-time position requires an associate's degree and relevant experience, with responsibilities including animal husbandry, health observations, and equipment maintenance
Job Summary
This entry-level position is ideal for those interested in laboratory animal research or veterinary medicine.
The Animal Care Specialist performs husbandry operations in accordance with regulations and guidelines.
This is a full-time, in-person position requiring some holiday and weekend work.
Matching Summary
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Vassar College is seeking an Animal Care Specialist to support husbandry operations in laboratory animal research. This entry-level, full-time position requires an associate's degree and relevant experience, with responsibilities including animal husbandry, health observations, and equipment maintenance.
Salary
Base: $20.37 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Animal husbandry duties
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to undertake physical work
Nice-to-have
Experience in animal care facility
Willingness to learn clean room techniques
Ability to supervise student employees
Key Requirements
Associates degree in Animal Husbandry or related field
Minimum of one year relevant experience
Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office