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Animal Care within the Department of Animal Care and Veterinary Services (ACVS) provides
husbandry support to animal-based research at Western.

Responsibilities

The Animal Care Assistant is responsible for holiday and weekend coverage for designated animal husbandry services, housekeeping duties and maintenance tasks, including associated documentation, record keeping and reporting. Incumbents must be able to work with all current species within the ACVS managed facilities at various containment levels. Responsibilities assigned will be performed following all standard operating procedures (SOPs); in accordance with prescribed ergonomic methods and practices; and in compliance with all regulatory requirements, university policies and Animal Use Protocols (AUPs).

Schedule availability (one day shift on weekends, all statutory holidays, university holidays and planned closure days. Hours may include starting before 7:00 a.m. and finishing after 4:30 p.m. on weekends.

Qualifications

Education:

• Enrollment in a post-secondary science or other research-based program would be considered an asset

Experience:

• Previous work experience in a similar role (e.g., veterinary clinics, animal shelters, farms, stables) or within ACVS

Demonstrated Skills and Abilities:

• Compassion for research animals
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Effective communications
• Attention to detail
• Organization, prioritization, time management and multi-tasking
• Exemplary attendance, punctuality, reliability, and maturity
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Confidentiality and discretion

Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Background Checks

While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory prior to any offer of employment.

Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce current record check(s) (e.g. vulnerable sector, criminal record and police information) from a police service prior to commencing employment.

Applying at Western

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.