Location: Annandale On Hudson,NY, USA
The Biology Department at Bard College is looking for a part-time technician to assist Bard laboratory staff and faculty in the daily activities and duties of animal care. Most of the care will be for our zebrafish colony, but other animals may be present during the year. The Animal Care Laboratory Technician will support faculty and students with live animal research. This is a part-time (10-15 hours per week), year-round position.
Essential Duties
* Weekend and Holiday feedings REQUIRED
* Food preparation
* Completing one to three feedings per day
* Completing daily checklists
* Cleaning habitats
* Performing water chemistry tests
* Record keeping
* Adhering to laboratory quarantine policy and procedures
* Zebrafish breeding
* Maintenance and repair of habitats
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties may be assigned.
* High School diploma, or the equivalent
* Ability to work independently
* Communication skills
* Reliable transportation
Please submit a letter of interest, resume and list of three professional references to Interfolio at:
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