Top 106 Biologists Jobs in Newark, Nj

Animal Keeper
Bergen County, NJ —Hackensack, NJ
- $17 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Employee assistance program
Research Associate II
Rutgers University —Newark, NJ
- $65,272 a year
- Full-time
- Medicine
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Animal Keeper
Z&A Management —Woodbridge, NJ
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Public speaking
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Animal Keeper – Bergen County Zoo – Department of Parks
Bergen County, NJ —Hackensack, NJ
- From $37,440 a year
- Overtime
- Bachelor of Science
- Residential
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Microbiologist II
SGS —Fairfield, NJ
- $63,378 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
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Senior Animal Keeper – Bergen County Zoo – Department of Parks
Bergen County, NJ —Hackensack, NJ
- $52,000 a year
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Visiting Researcher
Rutgers University —New Brunswick, NJ
- $25,000 - $250,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Postdoctoral Associate
Rutgers University —Newark, NJ
- $20,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Office
- University
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Animal Associate
Wildlife Conservation Society —New York, NY
- $17 an hour
- Temporary
- Maintenance
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
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Wild Animal Keeper, Oceans, Wonders: Shark!
Wildlife Conservation Society —New York, NY
- $48,119 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
Post-Doc Assocaite - Verzi
Rutgers University —Piscataway, NJ
- $63,968 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Post Doctoral Associate (Singson)
Rutgers University —Piscataway, NJ
- $63,698 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Microbiologist
Consumer Product Testing Company —Fairfield, NJ
- 8 hour shift
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Windows
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Microbiologist
RK PHARMA INC —Pearl River, NY
- $55,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Ability to sit for extended periods
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Non-Student Short-Term Casual
Columbia University —New York, NY
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- Databases
- High school diploma or GED
Aquarist
City Aquarium LLC —Brooklyn, NY
- $22 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Cleaning
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Post-Doc Nakamura Lab
Rutgers University —Piscataway, NJ
- $63,968 a year
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Mid-level
- University
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Scientist, Analytical R&D
Merck —Rahway, NJ
- $87,300 - $137,400 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Inventory management
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Microbiologist (Micro) I, II, & III
Kashiv BioSciences, LLC —Piscataway, NJ
- $70,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Travel reimbursement
- Health savings account
Postdoctoral Associate (Singson)
Rutgers University —Piscataway, NJ
- $63,968 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance

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Animal Keeper

Bergen County, NJ -
Hackensack, NJ

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Job Details

Per diem
$17 an hour

Benefits

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

Employee relationship building
Animal feeding
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Not hiring now

Organizational Overview:

The Bergen County Zoo provides a clean, aesthetically pleasing facility that meets or exceeds the physical, environmental, and behavioral needs of the animals in its care. The goal of the zoo is to develop and maintain exhibits which emphasize natural behavior, encourage longevity, and promote breeding success. The zoo provides a unique and effective educational experience that fosters an appreciation for the interrelationships between the animals and their environments. It provides an enjoyable recreational experience for the residents and visitors of Bergen County.

Job Description:

This employment opportunity is to serve as the Animal Keeper at the Bergen County Zoo. Under direction, feeds and cares for mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians in accordance with established programs; carries out regular husbandry programs of cages, pens, paddocks, and other areas; provides daily enrichment to animal collection in accordance with AZA and USDA guidelines. Does related work as required.

Job Responsibilities:

Ability to care for and feed domesticated and non-domesticated animals.
Works with other animal keepers and staff members to ensure optimal care for the animals housed within the facility.
Carries out a regular scheduled program designed to ensure prompt feeding, cleaning and care to the animal collection assigned.
Reports immediately any mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians that are not well.
Carries out regular daily maintenance program involved in keeping cages, pens, paddocks, and animal areas in good repair and in a manner that ensures maximum cleanliness and neatness.
Performs minor repairs to animal displays and exhibits.
Carefully enforces established zoo safety regulations relating to the protection of mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians in a manner that ensures maximum protection to them and maximum safety to the public.
Works to meet and exceed the AZA guidelines for animal welfare. Supports the Bergen County’s Zoo vision and mission statement.
Actively participates in professional development through webinars, online courses and county mandated courses to improve job knowledge.
Maintains positive relationships within the work environment. Ability to work harmoniously with associates and people visiting the zoo.
Ability to interact with the public in a positive manner, providing educational information regarding the zoo and the animals.
Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Schedule:

Standard Hours: 19.5 hours per week (per diem basis)
Weekly Schedule: Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays
Additional Availability: Flexible hours, weekends, and holidays as needed

Education Requirements:

A.S or B.S. degree in biology, life sciences or related field. Sufficient relevant experience will be considered.

Other Requirements:

One year of experience in the care and feeding of non-domesticated animals in a zoological park, game, nature farm or other animal sanctuary
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
Valid New Jersey Driver’s License.

What we offer:

Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
Employee Assistance and Employee Wellness Programs

Salary: $17.00 / per hour

Please send resume and employment application to [email protected] – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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