Student Lab Animal Care Assistant

UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - USD 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as a Student Lab Animal Care Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in the care of research animals. This part-time position involves feeding and maintaining poultry while ensuring sanitary conditions and accurate record-keeping. With a commitment to excellence in animal care, you will contribute to important research efforts in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about animal welfare and seeking a rewarding opportunity in a collaborative setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with poultry animal care preferred.
• Ability to handle physical demands, including lifting.

Responsibilities

• Feed, water, and care for research animals, maintaining sanitary conditions.
• Maintain accurate records of animal and feed inventory.

Skills

Poultry Animal Care

Record Keeping

Sanitation Practices

Tools

Disinfecting Equipment

Job description

Join to apply for the Student Lab Animal Care Assistant role at UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory.

Position Details:

• Posting Number: G/R26251P
• Working Title: Student Lab Animal Care Assistant
• Department: VetMed-Poultry Diagnos & Rsch

About the University of Georgia:

Since 1785, UGA has been Georgia’s oldest and most comprehensive higher education institution, ranked among the top 20 public universities in the U.S. It is located in Athens, with campuses across Georgia, employing over 3,100 faculty and 7,700 staff, and enrolling over 41,000 students.

Salary Range: $11.50-$12.50/hr, based on experience.

Start Date: 08/04/2024

Location: Athens Area

Position Type: Employee, Part-time (FTE 0.50)

Responsibilities include:

1. Feeding, watering, and caring for research animals (chickens/turkeys); cleaning cages and facilities; maintaining sanitary conditions according to SOPs; handling and transporting animals.
2. Maintaining accurate records of animal and feed inventory, care schedules, and related documentation.
3. Operating disinfecting equipment and performing grounds maintenance as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience with poultry animal care preferred. Must be able to handle physical demands of the role, including lifting and sanitation tasks.

Additional info:

• Background check required.
• Contact: Brent Lovern at [e-mail] for questions.

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV

Optional:

• Cover Letter