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Animal Caretaker I

Campus Animal Resources 10059512

Support Staff

Animal Caretaker I

  • East Lansing, Michigan, United States
  • Campus Animal Resources 10059512
  • Full Time/Part Time: Temporary
  • Support Staff
  • Opening on: Oct 19 2026
  • Closing at: Oct 26 2026 - 17:00 EDT
  • 09
  • Pay Commensurate with Experience
  • Research And Innovation
  • 1172153

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: 7:30am-4pm, T/TH: 7:30am-5pm, Sat/Sun: 7:30am-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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