Animal Care Specialist

3 weeks ago

Providence, Rhode Island, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Animal Care and Cage Washer Floater to join our team at the Center for Animal Resources and Education (CARE) at Brown University. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing routine duties associated with cage sanitation and preparation for reuse in a research setting, including cage maintenance, monitoring equipment, and maintaining sanitary conditions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform routine duties associated with cage sanitation and preparation for reuse, including cage maintenance, monitoring equipment, and maintaining sanitary conditions.
  • Operate washers and ensure that cage washing and related equipment are in proper working order by cleaning and performing preventive maintenance.
  • Perform routine start-up and shut-down procedures of all cage wash machines.
  • Operate autoclave to sterilize or decontaminate caging equipment.
  • Assist in receiving and storing materials, food, and supplies.
  • Transport caging supplies between animal rooms and cage wash rooms.
  • Maintain sanitary conditions of cage washing rooms and other ancillary areas.
  • Take necessary precautions when working with hazardous chemicals, materials, animals, and power equipment.
  • Use personal protective equipment as required.
Requirements
  • High School graduate and minimum one-year experience working with animals and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Preferred: 0-1 years' experience working with animals.
Competencies
  • Must be willing to work and contribute effectively in a team setting.
  • Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community.
  • Possess the ability to have meaningful and respectful two-way conversations.
  • The person in this position frequently communicates with faculty who inquire about their research animals. Must be able to exchange accurate information verbally and in writing.
  • The ability to access and use email for communication and documentation.
  • Requires attendance/completion of all mandated safety training and adherence to the animal care occupational health and wellness policy.
  • Involves working with a wide variety of animals and learning about the housing and care needs of each species.
  • Requires the ability to adapt to changes that occur with short notice.
  • Frequently moves about campus to other CARE sites.
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