Top 88 Animal science Jobs in Connecticut

Animal Care Manager and Environmental Educator- Small Mammals, Reptiles, Birds of Prey REQ
New Canaan Nature Center —New Canaan, CT
- $39,000 - $42,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Word processing
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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5d
Animal Care and Research Assistant
Pfizer —Groton, CT
- $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
Associate Veterinarian - Small Animal
Peake Brook Veterinary Center —Woodstock, CT
- $120,000 - $180,000 a year
- Part-time
- Private practice
- Doctoral degree
- Medical-surgical
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
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Veterinarian
Global Talent Partners —New Milford, CT
- $135,000 - $165,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Surgery
- Operating room
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
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6d
Veterinarian Medical Director
Global Talent Partners —Hartford, CT
- Up to $190,000 a year
- Management
- Surgery
- Operating room
- Paid parental leave
- Dental insurance
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6d
Associate Veterinarian - East Hartford, CT
Global Veterinary Careers —East Hartford, CT
- $140,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
- Continuing education credits
- Paid parental leave
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Veterinarian
Global Talent Partners —Manchester, CT
- Mid-level
- Surgery
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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6d
Kennel Attendant - EXPERIENCE NEEDED
ECAD, Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities —Winsted, CT
- $16.35 - $17.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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9d
AVS Bio Associate Animal Care Technician
The Staffing Resource Group, Inc —Preston, CT
- $19 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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12d
AVS Bio Assistant Manager
The Staffing Resource Group, Inc —Voluntown, CT
- From $58,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Program Coordinator
Outdoor Classroom —Lakeside, CT
- From $950 a week
- Temporary
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Bachelor's degree
- Mileage reimbursement
- Relocation assistance
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2d
Technical Specialist for Science Departments
Eastern CT State University —Willimantic, CT
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Embryology Laboratory Assistant
The Fertility Partners US —Norwalk, CT
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Production Chemist
Yale University —New Haven, CT
- $61,500 - $91,875 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Current TB test
- Mid-level
13d
Agriscience and Technology Teacher (Engineering or Animal/Equine Science)
Region 14 School District —Woodbury, CT
- Online Application
- Classroom
- High school
- Mid-level
14d
Technical Specialist for Science Departments
Eastern Connecticut State University —Willimantic, CT
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Research Assistant 2
Yale University —New Haven, CT
- $31.83 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
10h
Estate Operations Manager
Sage Haus —Redding, CT
- $160,000 - $220,000 a year
- Email
- Background check
- 7 years
- Microsoft Excel
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Student [Service Worker]
University of Connecticut —Farmington, CT
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
Process Technology Manager - Food & Beverage (Multiple Locations)
Burns & McDonnell —Wallingford, CT
- $215,000 - $390,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- 401(k)
- Employee stock ownership plan

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Animal Care Manager and Environmental Educator- Small Mammals, Reptiles, Birds of Prey REQ

New Canaan Nature Center
New Canaan, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$39,000 - $42,000 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Flextime
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Driver's License
Animal handling
Animal care
Teaching

Full Job Description

Job Summary
The Animal Care Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the health and well-being of animals under our care. This position involves overseeing daily operations of Animal Care, and providing exceptional care to a variety of animals. The ideal candidate will have a passion for animal welfare, strong leadership skills, and the ability to communicate effectively. The Animal Care Manager also teaches a variety of educational programs using our animal ambassadors.

This position reports to the Education Program Manager.

Responsible for the care and upkeep of teaching animals and their respective displays and enclosures.
Maintain animal care logs and weekly check sheets to ensure all tasks are being completed.
Maintains overall cleanliness and sanitation of the animal care facilities.
Maintains and creates educational signage for animals on display.
Manages all AC supplies.
Researches and adds enrichment to enclosures to improve mental health of animals.
Manages animal care volunteers and interns to optimize efficiency, ensure the highest standard of animal care, and engage volunteers to have active and meaningful role at NCNC.
Check in regularly with Education Program Manager, sharing needs and projects for animal care as well as developing action plans for old and new projects.
Transportation of animals to and from veterinarian visits
Work with Executive Director and Education program Manager on the acquisition of new animals
Work with Education Program manager and Director of Finance to create and Maintain the Annual Budget.

Environmental Education Duties

Teach, lead and coordinate Nature Center programs on a wide variety of natural science topics both on and off site throughout the school year for school and other groups from PreK-adult ages
Be adept at teaching with all NCNC live animal ambassadors for programs
Working with Education Program Manager and other EE’s, develop new and innovative education programs and activities for school and other groups
Assist with the support and training of Center intern(s) and volunteers
Work with event coordinators to provide support for and implement events

This is a brief summary description of the responsibilities of this role. Additional unlisted tasks needed in order to fulfill the obligations of this role may be required. Additional tasks may be assigned by the Executive Director.

The Nature Center’s regular open hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday. As the Animal Care Manager you will work a schedule of Tuesday through Saturday from 8:30 to 4:30. At times, this position requires a need for work extending beyond our regular open hours. Flex time will be used to offset these hours, dependent on schedules and with supervisor approval.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Considerable experience (3 or more years) working with and caring for live animals, including birds-of-prey, reptiles, small mammals, and a range of invertebrates.
Strong interest in animals and making a difference.
College degree or equivalent experience in biology, zoology, or another related field preferred.
Working knowledge of word processing, excel and current technologies that relate to animal care.
The ability to take initiative and work alone or as a team.
Communication skills especially with visitors, volunteers and the general public.
Ability to coordinate and supervise volunteers and interns in a professional manner.
Organizational skills and the ability to maintain records and a clean workspace.
Creative problem-solving skills
Experience in teaching with animals is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Do you have experience handling and caring for various small mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds of prey?

Work Location: In person

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