Animal Caretaker

Iowa State University

Ames, IA, United States
Onsite
Read, write, and follow instructions
Safely handle and transport animals
Clean and sanitize environments
Provide daily husbandry for animals, including cleaning enclosures, preparing feed, and monitoring health

Job Summary

  • Provide daily husbandry for animals, including cleaning enclosures, preparing feed, and monitoring health.
  • Assist with administering medications and collecting biological samples under veterinary supervision.
  • As a merit employee, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Retirement Plans with employer contributions, and Paid Time Off.

Matching Summary

Provide daily husbandry for animals, including cleaning enclosures, preparing feed, and monitoring health.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Read, write, and follow instructions
  • Safely handle and transport animals
  • Clean and sanitize environments
  • Maintain accurate records

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for animal care
  • Support groundbreaking research
  • Work closely with veterinary staff

Key Requirements

  • Possession of a valid driver's license
  • Experience working with animals
  • Experience safely restraining animals
  • Experience cleaning animal care settings
  • Experience following biosafety protocols
  • Ability to lift and/or move 50-100 pounds
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

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