Animal Caretaker I
- Michigan State University
- United States, MI
- Jul 17, 2026
Job Description:
Position Summary(Basic Job Function)
This is a temporary position.
Assists in the routine care of clinical and biomedical research animals by performing such duties as feeding, watering, cleaning, handling, and transporting animals.
Unit Position Summary
Provides daily health observation of biomedical research animals including rodents, guinea pigs, rabbits, cats, dogs, sheep and other species; report health concerns to veterinary staff; provide food, water and clean cages; general facility cleaning and refuse disposal.
Desired Qualifications
Experience working with rodents and other animals. Certification at ALAT level.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume, Cover Letter, and References.
Work Hours
Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday (MWF: 7:30a-4p, T/Th: 7:30am to 5pm, Sat/Sun 7:30am to 1:30pm
Website
https://animalcare.msu.edu/
Summary of Health Risks
Exposure to animal allergens.
Summary of Physical Demands
Lifting 50 lbs Frequently lift 25+ lbs Pushing/pulling carts of cages
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Job Description:
Position Summary(Basic Job Function)
This is a temporary position.
Assists in the routine care of clinical and biomedical research animals by performing such duties as feeding, watering, cleaning, handling, and transporting animals.
Unit Position Summary
Provides daily health observation of biomedical research animals including rodents, guinea pigs, rabbits, cats, dogs, sheep and other species; report health concerns to veterinary staff; provide food, water and clean cages; general facility cleaning and refuse disposal.
Desired Qualifications
Experience working with rodents and other animals. Certification at ALAT level.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume, Cover Letter, and References.
Work Hours
Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday (MWF: 7:30a-4p, T/Th: 7:30am to 5pm, Sat/Sun 7:30am to 1:30pm
Website
https://animalcare.msu.edu/
Summary of Health Risks
Exposure to animal allergens.
Summary of Physical Demands
Lifting 50 lbs Frequently lift 25+ lbs Pushing/pulling carts of cages
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