Pooled - Vivarium Assistant

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Vivarium Assistant

Aid the Biological Sciences Vivarium in smooth operations to ensure an efficient and safe working environment.

• Assist in the daily care of research animals, including feeding, watering, and monitoring health.
• Ensure compliance with all institutional and federal regulations regarding animal care and use.
• Cage changing, scraping, and washing
• Washing water bottles, cage lids, food hoppers, etc.
• General Vivarium maintenance

• Attention to Detail
• Oral Communication
• Safety Awareness
• Teamwork

High school diploma or equivalent.

Previous experience working with research animals.

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

• Cover letter
• Resume or C.V.

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

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