Top 109 Zookeeper Jobs in Boston Ma

Animal Care Technician
eTeam Inc —Cambridge, MA
- $21.42 - $25.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Sanitation
- Mid-level
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11d
Part- Time Zookeeper
Zoo New England —Boston, MA
- $19.52 an hour
- Overtime
- Current TB test
- Customer service
- Basic math
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Supervisor, Animal Resources
MIT —Cambridge, MA
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
Transgenic Specialist
Harvard University —Cambridge, MA
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
Research Technician 1, BS-Microbiology
Boston University —Boston, MA
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
- Bachelor's degree
3d
Executive Officer
City of Cambridge, MA —Cambridge, MA
- $97,826 - $132,057 a year
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
14d
Temporary Zookeeper
Zoo New England —Boston, MA
- $19.52 an hour
- Temporary
- Medication administration
- Customer service
- English
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Field instructor
BEE - Beyond Experiential Education —Boston, MA
- $1,500 - $2,000 a month
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Comparative Medicine Operation Team lead
Pfizer —Cambridge, MA
- $88,500 - $147,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
14d
Aquaculture Specialist I
Boston Children's Hospital —Boston, MA
- $19.83 - $29.49 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
4h
Living Collection, Animal Keeper I (Part-Time)
Museum of Science —Boston, MA
- $18.93 - $21.15 an hour
- Part-time
- Current TB test
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Computer skills
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4d
Research Technician Diet, Brain and Sensory Systems
Tufts University —Boston, MA
- $20.90 - $28.90 an hour
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- 1 year
Lead Research and Animal Care Technician - Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging
Tufts University —Boston, MA
- $30.65 - $42.30 an hour
- Writing skills
- Research
- Mid-level
Research Technician - Biology
Tufts University —Medford, MA
- $20.90 - $28.90 an hour
- Research
- Analysis skills
- University
Aquaculture Specialist- per diem
Boston Children's Hospital —Boston, MA
- $19.83 - $29.49 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
Comparative Medicine Technical Associate, Animal Care
Pfizer —Cambridge, MA
- $26.86 - $44.77 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
14d
Investigator - Family Justice Advocates/TAY - Children & Family Law Division
Committee for Public Counsel —Boston, MA
- $59,893 - $96,855 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
6d
Marine Scientist- Fisheries Observer
Fathom Resources LLC —Boston, MA
- $315 - $350 a day
- Multiple hires
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid training
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7d
Research Lab Tech II
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. —Boston, MA
- $24.28 - $39.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Opportunities for advancement
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Animal Technician I
Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences —Cambridge, MA
- Overtime
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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Animal Care Technician

eTeam Inc -
Cambridge, MA

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Job Details

Contract
$21.42 - $25.00 an hour
11 days ago

Qualifications

Laboratory procedures
Teamwork
Microsoft Outlook
Moving
High school diploma or GED
Attention to detail
Animal care

Full Job Description

Job Title: Animal Care Technician

Location: Cambridge, MA

Duration: 18 months

Pay Range: $(21.42 – 25.00)/hr on W2 all-inclusive without benefits

Shift timings: 7AM to 3 PM EST (Monday to Sunday) Days are not fixed

Role Summary:

Job Purpose :

· This role is an experienced animal care and vivarium operations position responsible for supporting research by providing high quality & consistent animal care/husbandry, vivarium operational service support and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards within a multi-building, multi-discipline research program.

Major Accountabilities:

· Principally responsible for daily husbandry to animals (predominantly rodents, some small animal USDA), clinical observations, maintenance of the animal facilities (sanitation of animal rooms & equipment), receipt of incoming animals & supplies, fulfilling research requests, animal transfers and relocations.

· Often responsible for ensuring compliance with all institutional and regulatory protocols, policies, and guidelines. Maintenance of relevant facility/animal records. Make independent decisions regarding operational standards/situations.

· Responsible for pursing continuous learning/professional development opportunities and enhancing/expanding skill set as time allows.

· Driven by the needs of our scientific partner/collaborator, limited routine technical procedures on animals may also be assigned.

· Other duties and responsibilities as may be required.

· Key Performance Indicators (Indicate how performance will be measured: indicators, activities…)

· Provide consistent and high quality on-site animal care and vivarium maintenance

· Effectively gain certification and proficiency on all applicable operational skills as required

· Team oriented and interactive. Foster peer/team development and performance

· Strong attention to completion of tasks in an efficient/consistent manner

· Continuously support Vivarium Operations Management in maintaining compliance with all internal and external regulatory agencies in accordance with the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals

· Continuously pursue educational and professional development opportunities to enhance and expand relevant skills and knowledge

· Identify and resolve on-site vivarium operational issues/challenges

· Execute detail-specific operational support

Ideal Background:
Education:

· GED or High School degree required, 2-year degree in Veterinary Technology, 4-year Science degree, or a combination of experience with higher education preferred

· ALAT Certification desirable or pursued after start

· Working knowledge of federal, state, local (Animal Welfare) laws and departmental SOPs

· Thorough understanding and comprehension of operational standards, processes, equipment, etc. as they relate to operational responsibilities

· Experience: Strong experience (2 – 4 years) working with animals or performing animal husbandry in a research setting.

· Qualified candidates will have a strong commitment to providing quality research support, be dedicated to providing consistent, humane animal care in accordance with Laboratory Animal Care regulations/standards.

· Candidates must be reliable, independent, work well in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment and have well developed interpersonal & communication skills.

· Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and move heavy objects.

· Must be able work from a standing position for prolonged time periods and perform repetitive motion tasks. Able to work weekends, holidays and during inclement weather.

Competency Profile:

Characteristics:

· Strong commitment to providing humane, consistent, and high quality daily care to research animals

· Strong interpersonal skills (transparency, professionalism, communication)

· Strong sense of personal accountability, reliability and integrity

· Team-oriented and interactive. Fosters peer/team development and performance.

· Organized, effective time management, detail-oriented, thorough and consistent

· Ability to independently identify and resolve standard vivarium operational issues/challenges

· Self-starter requiring no daily oversight

· Open to supporting transitional operations and schedule changes

· Committed to professional development and continuous learning

Knowledge:

· Thorough knowledge of animal care expectations/responsibilities

· Knowledge of facility operational parameters and standards

· Recognition of typical/atypical animal health and behaviors

· Effective time management/prioritization for operational expectations/responsibilities

· Knowledge of Federal, state and local Animal Welfare regulations and recommendations

· ALAT or higher certification desirable

Skills/Abilities:

· Strong communication skills (written and verbal required, presentation desirable)

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook required, database use desirable

· Able to lift 50 lbs., move heavy objects, work from a standing position for prolonged periods and perform repetitive motion tasks

· Able to perform standard animal care responsibilities.

· Able to work weekends, holidays and during inclement weather

Pay: $21.42 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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