Animal Care Specialist

1 week ago


New York County New York, United States Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Animal Care Technician to join our team at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. As an Animal Care Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the health and well-being of animals used in research and teaching.

Key Responsibilities
  • Process and sanitize animal caging and equipment
  • Assemble and prepare caging for use by other Animal Care Technicians
  • Operate and maintain automated cage wash equipment and sterilizers
  • Prepare and dispense animal feed and bedding
  • Perform health checks and environmental monitoring
  • Handle and provide husbandry to various species of animals
Requirements
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 55 lbs regularly
  • Frequent standing, grasping, and holding items, reaching above shoulder; pulling and pushing of heavy items; some regular crouching and kneeling
  • Willingness to learn or existing knowledge of animal health and disease, cleaning and sterilization procedures, and equipment operation
About Us

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is a world-renowned institution dedicated to patient care, research, and education. Our Research Animal Resource Center provides staff and facilities to ensure the humane care and use of animals in research and teaching.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status, or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.



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