Animal Caretaker

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Position Information Posting Number: 20255743V Position Title: Animal Caretaker Posting Type Student Hours/week: 12-15 Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students Semester 2025-2026 Academic Year Location Tolentine Hall Detailed Work Schedule Schedule is somewhat flexible, but animals require daily care by one or more members of the animal care team. This includes weekends, academic breaks and holidays. Number of hours required per week varies, but averages 12-15 hours for each of two animal caretakers who coordinate duties for the animal colonies in the department. Number of positions: 4 Department: 143-Psychological and Brain Sciences Contact Name: Dr. Ben Sachs Contact Phone/Extension: 610-519-4722 Position Summary Information Job Description Summary: Undergraduate animal caretaker will be responsible for managing and implementing research protocols related to husbandry, health monitoring and environmental support of laboratory animals. Requirements: