Prin Laboratory Animal Caretaker - Grade 11
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| Title | Grade | Hiring Rate/yr | Job Rate/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laboratory Animal Caretaker | 05 | $33,313 | $41,328 |
| Senr Laboratory Animal Caretaker | 08 | $39,215 | $48,294 |
| Prin Laboratory Animal Caretaker | 11 | $46,306 | $56,743 |
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Job Duties
As a Principal Laboratory Animal Caretaker, you would supervise a staff in breeding, raising, and caring for animals used in laboratory experiments, biological tests, and research; direct day-to-day care of animals housed in a laboratory animal facility, or any related satellite locations or both; serve as direct liaison or coordinator between caretakers, investigators, and other department staff to ensure proper interpretation of their various needs; and may provide assistance in more complex veterinary care activities. In addition, you would be required to perform the duties of the Senior Laboratory Animal Caretaker as necessary.
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Summary of Minimum Qualifications
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26-972010 38-977010
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