Sterile Cage & Animal Care Technician

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,654 - 35,021; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid annual leave

Generous tuition benefits

Retirement planning and savings options

Employee discounts

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University seeks an Animal Care Assistant for its Animal Care Facility. This position requires cleaning and disinfecting animal cages, maintaining operational records, and ensuring safe and respectful work practices around animals. The ideal candidate must possess a high school diploma, be able to lift 50 lbs, and work well in a team. Benefits include health coverage, paid leave, and generous tuition benefits. The role is fully onsite and non-exempt, with a salary of $31,838.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs easily.
• Can stand for long periods of time.
• Comfortable working near/around animals.

Responsibilities

• Clean animal cages and disinfect per regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain operational records for animal care.
• Monitor and manage inventory of sterile cages.

Skills

Ability to work in a respectful environment

Ability to follow instructions

Good teamwork

Experience in handling chemicals safely

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University seeks an Animal Care Assistant for its Animal Care Facility. This position requires cleaning and disinfecting animal cages, maintaining operational records, and ensuring safe and respectful work practices around animals. The ideal candidate must possess a high school diploma, be able to lift 50 lbs, and work well in a team. Benefits include health coverage, paid leave, and generous tuition benefits. The role is fully onsite and non-exempt, with a salary of $31,838.