Animal Care Specialist
The University of Vermont

Job Info

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Advertising/Posting Title:

Animal Care Specialist

Diversity Statement:

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

Posting Summary:

Perform day-to-day care of animals within the University animal research facility, in accordance to established protocols and in compliance with applicable regulations. Ensure that animals are properly identified, fed, and observed daily. Perform daily animal health checks. Update and maintain husbandry records to ensure that proper research conditions are being maintained. Assist technicians with medical treatments as needed. Operate autoclave and cage cleaning equipment and follow proper animal care and housing, as determined by departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and institutional policies. Maintain healthy animals in accordance with The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, legislation as mandated by local, state, and Federal agencies, as well as guidelines set forth by AAALAC. The importance of animal welfare and animal welfare legislation must be fully understood and followed.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience):

High school diploma or equivalent and one - two years related experience required. American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) LAT certified or the ability to obtain within designated timeline required. A valid driver's license and UVM drivers check is required.

Special Conditions:

Weekend work required, Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, A probationary period may be required, Occasional overtime/weekend hours required, Travel to and from worksites required, 40 hour work week

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Payband Min (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)):

31512.00

Payband Max (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)):

50419.20

Staff Hiring Band:

Hiring salary budgeted at mid pay band

Union Position:

Yes, UE ($15 minimum hourly rate)

Job Open Date:

03/10/2023

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Title:

Farm Maint/Animal Care Spec

Posting Number:

S4194PO

Department:

Animal Care Management/30640

Position Number :

00026455

Employee FTE :

1.0

Employee Term :

12

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