Top 108 Animal science degree Jobs in Chicago Il

Research Assistant
Lincoln Park Zoological Society —Chicago, IL
- $22.00 - $24.75 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Current TB test
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Free parking
- 403(b) matching
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Animal Care Technician I
Charles River Laboratories —Chicago, IL
- $20.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Associate's degree
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
NatureStart Programs - Coordinator, Play Programs
Brookfield Zoo Chicago —Brookfield, IL
- $48.82 - $296.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Part-Time Research Assistant
Loyola University Chicago —Maywood, IL
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Word
- Nursing
- Computer literacy
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Veterinary Technician (Certification preferred)
Bevlab Veterinary Hospital —Blue Island, IL
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Technical Reviewer & Auditor – Meat, Dairy & Food Manufacturing
IFANCA —Des Plaines, IL
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Aquarist - Lakes, Rivers, Coasts
Shedd Aquarium —Chicago, IL
- $26 - $28 an hour
- Email
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Guest Engagement Facilitator
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry —Chicago, IL
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Free parking
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Research Technician
The University of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Engineering
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Research Assistant- IL- Physiology
Midwestern University —Downers Grove, IL
- $24.36 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- Computer literacy
- University
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Adjunct Faculty
City Colleges of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $943 per contact hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Anatomy knowledge
- Mid-level
ATHLETIC COACH SPIRIT
Loyola University Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $8,000 a month
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Bachelor's degree
Research Scientist
University of Illinois —Chicago, IL
- $63,960 - $75,000 a year
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Research Scientist - IM Rheumatology - Full-time
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center —Chicago, IL
- $29.36 - $42.61 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Doctoral degree
- Word processing
- Mid-level
Bioinformatics Research Assistant
Loyola University Chicago —Maywood, IL
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Computer literacy
- No experience needed
- Analysis skills
3d
Visiting Research Specialist – McLachlan lab, Department of Microbiology and Immunology
University of Illinois —Chicago, IL
- $43,888 - $60,000 a year
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Research Assistant I- Nishimura Lab
Loyola University Chicago —Maywood, IL
- $16.60 - $20.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Surgery
- Computer literacy
- No experience needed
Seasonal Browse Keeper
Lincoln Park Zoological Society —Chicago, IL
- $16.60 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Current TB test
- English
- Free parking
- Health savings account
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Naturalist Educator
Oakbrook Terrace Park District —Oakbrook Terrace, IL
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
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ACADEMIC ADVISOR
Loyola University Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $50,000 - $55,170 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Master's degree

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Research Assistant

Lincoln Park Zoological Society -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$22.00 - $24.75 an hour

Benefits

Free parking
403(b) matching
Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Work from home
Vision insurance
403(b)

Qualifications

Animal behavioral observation
Biology research
Observational assessments for behavioral monitoring
Bachelor's degree
Field research
Behavior analysis
Productivity software
Field data collection
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

Lincoln Park Zoo inspires communities to create environments where wildlife will thrive in our urbanizing world. The zoo is a leader in local and global conservation, animal care and welfare, learning, and science. A historic Chicago landmark founded in 1868, the not-for-profit Lincoln Park Zoo, is a privately-managed, member-supported organization and is free and open 365 days a year. Visit us at lpzoo.org.

The Lester E. Fisher Center for the Study and Conservation of Apes is located within the Regenstein Center for African Apes, a world-class facility that features dynamic habitats for chimpanzees and gorillas. The center’s mission is to conduct multidisciplinary research that advances the knowledge of ape behavior and biology, improve the care and management of apes in human care, and conserve and protect wild chimpanzee and gorilla populations.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Assist with conducting touchscreen research with chimpanzees and gorillas housed at the Regenstein Center for African Apes. Also provide support for the following: touchscreen research with Japanese macaques housed at the Regenstein Macaque Forest; behavioral observations of chimpanzees, gorillas, and macaques; scoring data associated with the Goualougo Video Analysis Laboratory (Congo Apes, Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park, Republic of Congo); and, research or administrative tasks for Project ChimpCARE.

This is a 2-year position with the possibility for renewal or extension based on continued funding and satisfactory job performance.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter and CV/resume.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Conduct daily touchscreen sessions with zoo-housed chimpanzees and western lowland gorillas, both in view of zoo guests and in off exhibit animal care spaces
Assist with educational programs interpreting research methods and findings to zoo guests and donors
Liaise with members of the Zoo’s Animal Care, Commissary, and Learning Department staff to schedule and run touchscreen sessions and to share research updates
Maintain a database of data collected during research sessions
Assist with data analysis and interpretation for dissemination of research findings at conferences and via published peer-reviewed articles
Present research at national and international academic conferences
Assist with interpreting research to school groups, zoo guests, and donors
Assist with supervision and training of Center interns as required
The ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required
Safely navigate and work within off-exhibit animal care spaces
Performs other research and administrative duties as assigned

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Bachelor’s degree in biology, psychology, anthropology, zoology or related field
Observational data collection experience with primates
Experience conducting noninvasive cognitive or behavioral research with primates in human care
Proficiency with MS Word and PowerPoint
Ability to organize and analyze data using software such as MS Excel and R
Strong organization and communication skills (written and spoken)
Ability to work well in a team, in shared office spaces, as well as independently
Interest and ability to live within the greater Chicagoland community

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Master’s degree in biology, psychology, primatology, anthropology, zoology or related field
Experience running computer-based (e.g., touchscreen) research with primates in human care
Experience programming customized computer applications and graphical user interfaces (GUIs)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit for long periods of time
Ability to work in open office environment
Ability to traverse zoo grounds

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

This is an on-site position with a Monday-Friday schedule. Ability for hybrid work (work from home) schedule may be discussed in consultation with manager
Must provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination
Annual TB test required

SALARY

$22.00-$24.75/hr

Our Commitment

Lincoln Park Zoo is committed to an environment that is inclusive and welcoming. We celebrate the diverse qualities, perspectives, values, and experiences of all people. For Wildlife. For All.

LINCOLN PARK ZOO BENEFITS

In addition to such standard benefits ( Blue Cross Blue Shield) as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages, and a 403(b) savings plan with an institutional match, benefits of working at the zoo include (benefits are for regular full time employees):

Free admission to many other Chicago cultural institutions
Free on-site parking anytime with access to Lincoln Park, Lakeshore Trail, and North Avenue Beach
Discounts on event tickets (free admission to select events), attractions, dining, and retail at the zoo
Quarterly staff mingle events and “LPZooU” training and educational sessions about the zoo, wildlife, ecology, and related subjects
Company contribution to Health Savings Account (Medical PPO only)
A working environment with green spaces and regularly available visits with wildlife!

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