Animal Care Specialist

3 weeks ago


Charlottesville, Virginia, United States The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia Full time
Job Summary

The University of Virginia is seeking a skilled Animal Caregiver to join our team. As an Animal Caregiver, you will be responsible for providing top-notch animal husbandry and general sanitation for our facility. This includes cage-wash duties, use of the sterilizer, and general facility upkeep. You will work under direct supervision, in consultation with veterinary staff, and be expected to work a rotating schedule that includes weekday, weekend, and holiday coverage.

Key Responsibilities
  • Inspect and maintain the health of animals, dispose of carcasses, track and record data, and keep detailed records.
  • Monitor animal husbandry activities.
  • Ensure that daily activities are conducted according to biosafety procedures.
  • Administer experimental treatments to animals when required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
  • Up to 25% of time: kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, twisting, lifting above and below waist, light and moderate lifting up to 40 lbs, carrying, pushing and pulling, climbing ladders and stairs, fine finger manipulation.
  • 26-50% of time: traveling and repetitive motion.
  • 51-75% of time: standing for sustained periods of time, use of both hands, independent use of either hand, wrist movement.
Minimum Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of related work experience.
  • Preference will be given to applicants with lab or animal handling experience.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Verbal and written communication skills.
  • Vaccination: a pre-employment health screening is required.
Benefits

The University of Virginia offers a comprehensive benefits package, including the choice between 3 different health plans, vision and dental insurance, life insurance, retirement, benefits savings accounts, 22 days of paid time off per year, 12 or more paid holidays, 8 weeks of paid parental leave, short-term disability, and up to $5,250 for combined use of tuition toward a degree-seeking program.

Starting Salary

$17.00 per hour.

How to Apply

Please apply online and search for R00XXXXX. Internal applicants must apply through Workday using 'find jobs.' Include the following document: CV/resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.



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