Purpose of Role:

The focus of this role is to provide daily care for the pets within the MARS Petcare Feeding Facility including cleaning of the facilities and implementation of the environmental enrichment programs.

Principal Accountabilities:

This position may include any of the following accountabilities:

Execute the daily operations of the care unit of the MARS Pet Feeding Facility to ensure pet safety and well-being, efficient running of the facility, and that quality data are gathered from the protocols and delivered to the business.

Accurately record the requested data according to study protocols (i.e. consumption timing, amounts eaten, body weights, etc.)

Evaluate pet health (both mental and physical) for any veterinary and/or enrichment needs.

Daily cleaning of pet housing quarters (interior and exterior) in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Implementation of environmental enrichment programs as directed by the Pet Enrichment Specialist.

Implementation of exercise programs in accordance with the standard operating procedure and/or veterinary recommendation.

Provision of basic animal health tasks for pets such as grooming, nail trimming, weighing, etc.

Collection and evaluation of feces quality

Key Functional Skills/Knowledge:

Knowledge in animal facility operations

Computer skills

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Knowledge of animal health and management issues

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 6 months of experience working with cats/dogs

Preferred Qualifications

• BS or MS in a biological science
• Experience working in an animal facility or Veterinary Hospital