Animal Care Worker

University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont is seeking an Animal Care Worker to perform day-to-day animal care in the university's research facility under supervision, following established SOPs and regulations. You will operate autoclave and cage cleaning equipment, ensure proper housing, feed and observe animals daily, and maintain accurate records of husbandry and health checks.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and adherence to animal welfare guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license and UVM drivers check required.

Responsibilities

• Care for animals daily, ensure proper identification, feeding, and observation.
• Maintain husbandry records and health check animals daily.
• Assist technicians with medical treatments as needed.
• Follow SOPs, QA and welfare guidelines in The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.

Skills

Animal care

Animal handling

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autoclave operation

Cage cleaning equipment

Job description

Animal Care Worker

Posting Summary

With close supervision and training, perform day-to-day care of animals within the University animal research facility, in accordance to established protocols and in compliance with applicable regulations. Operate autoclave and cage cleaning equipment and follow proper animal care and housing, as determined by departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and institutional policies. Ensure that animals are properly identified, fed, and observed daily. Perform daily animal health checks. Update and maintain husbandry records to ensure that proper research conditions are being maintained. Assist technicians with medical treatments as needed. Maintain healthy animals in accordance with The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, legislation as mandated by local, state, and Federal agencies, as well as guidelines set forth by AAALAC. The importance of animal welfare and animal welfare legislation must be fully understood and followed.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

High school diploma or equivalent required. A valid driver's license and UVM drivers check is required.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience handling and caring for animals desirable.

Anticipated Pay Range

$18.50 - $20 per hour

Special Conditions

• Non-standard work hours required
• A probationary period may be required
• Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime)
• Travel to and from worksites required
• This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions
• Background Check required for this position

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Union Position

Yes, UE ($18.50 minimum hourly rate)

Job Location

Burlington, Vermont, United States

Department

Animal Care Management/30640

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

40

Term (months per year)

12