What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Caretaker I position at Michigan State University?
Animal Caretaker I
Job no : 1021940
Work type : Support Staff
Pay Grade : 09
Major Administrative Unit / College : Research And Innovation
Department : Campus Animal Resources 10059512
Sub Area : 1585- Service Maint.
Salary : Pay Commensurate with Experience
Location : East Lansing
Categories : Temporary
Position Summary(Basic Job Function)
This is a temporary position.
Assists in the routine care of clinical and biomedical research animals by performing such duties as feeding, watering, cleaning, handling, and transporting animals.
Unit Position Summary
Provide daily health observation and reporting of concerns to veterinary team; provide food, water and clean cages; general facility cleaning and refuse disposal; rotational holiday coverage.
Desired Qualifications
Experience working with rodents and other animals.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Please include resume with application.
Special Instructions
Please include resume with application.
Work Hours
Sunday 7 : 30am - 1 : 30pm, Monday and Wednesday 7 : 30am - 4 : 00pm, Tuesday and Thursday 7 : 30aM
Website
WWW.ANIMALCARE.MSU.EDU
Summary of Health Risks
- Work with animals or unfixed animal tissue
- Exposure to animal allergens
Summary of Physical Demands
Advertised : Feb 6, 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close : Feb 27, 2025 Eastern Standard Time
