Animal Caretaker at Villanova University – Villanova, Pennsylvania

Villanova University
Animal Caretaker

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Position Information Posting Number:20255743VPosition Title:Animal CaretakerPosting TypeStudentHours/week:12-15Eligibility:Work study preferred but open to all studentsSemester2025-2026 Academic YearLocation Tolentine HallDetailed Work ScheduleSchedule 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:4Department:143-Psychological and Brain SciencesContact Name:Dr. Ben SachsContact 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:Additional Information:Physical Demands Summary:Wage Rate:10.00/hour Posting Detail Information Closing Date (11:59pm ET):Open Until FilledYesPosting Specific Questions

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1. * Are you currently a registered Villanova student?
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2. * Are you eligible for work study?
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3. * What is your availability? (days and times)

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4. * Have you ever worked on campus before? If “Y”, what department and semester/year?

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5. * I understand that satisfactory attendance in all academic classes is required to maintain student employment at Villanova University.
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