R&D Aquatics Animal Care Technician

R&D Aquatics Animal Care Technician

Are you a pet enthusiast laboratory technician who is seeking to expand your hands on experience? Come join a winning Research & Development team that manages a growing $1.2 billion product portfolio! 

What's in it for you?

Elwood Staffing associates are eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package plus an exclusive savings program, including:

• Medical/Vision/Dental/Rx plans
• Holiday Pay
• Teladoc (online care)
• Referral Bonus Incentive
• Weekly Pay
• 401k
• And More!

R&D Aquatics Animal Care Technician Details:

• Temporary position
• $24.00 to $28.00 / hour
• Part Time work available
• First Shift

The R&D Aquatics Animal Care Technician is responsible for performing animal care services for the Global Pet Care R&D Department directly supporting the Aquatics team. This individual will conduct the daily care, feeding, and habitat maintenance of freshwater fish, saltwater fish, pond fish, and reptiles in the R&D Animal Laboratory and outdoor pond.

Roles and Responsibilities include:

• Conduct tests as directed, recording results and writing basic reports.
• Keep proper records of fish health, tank cleanings and filter changes.
• Keep the Animal Laboratory and outdoor pond area in a clean and safe condition.
• Maintain inventory of required food, supplies and equipment.
• Actively participate in the continuous improvement of all testing protocols and laboratory equipment calibrations
• Maintain a detailed laboratory notebook for all projects.
• Assist in the maintenance and entries of R&D data bases.

R&D Aquatics Animal Care Technician Qualifications:

R&D Aquatics Animal Care Technician Qualifications:

• Working toward a bachelor’s degree preferably in Fish & Wildlife Conservation, Animal Science, Biology, Chemistry, or Food Sciences
• 0-2 years of experience working in a laboratory environment
• Experience with maintaining aquatics livestock including fresh water and marine fish and reptiles preferred.
• Knowledge of laboratory operations, equipment, and safety requirements
• High level of organizational, basic critical thinking, analytical, and multi-tasking skills
• Good communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• PC Skills: Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Adobe, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, ZOOM, etc. 

• Applicant may be subject to a background check

*A conviction record will not necessarily prevent you from being employed. You will be required to complete and submit a questionnaire. We will consider your age at the time of the offense, when the offense occurred, the seriousness and the nature of the offense, as well as any rehabilitation to determine your employability.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity at all levels of our organization.

How to Apply:

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Christiansburg, VA

108 Oak Tree Blvd

Christiansburg, VA 24073

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