VET Assistant jobs at Michigan State University - 7 jobs

Minimum Qualifications * Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from a school or college accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Education, or equivalent training with Education Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates certification. * A minimum of six (6) years experience plus two (2) years of supervisory/management experience. * License to practice veterinary medicine in Michigan or eligible to apply. * Accreditation through the National Accreditation Program by the USDA/APHIS in Michigan or eligible to apply. * License to purchase controlled substances or eligible to apply for a practitioner license. * Experience or education related to research animal care and facilities. * Evidence of strong communication skills, i.e. the ability to organize and present information in a logical manner. * Demonstrated ability to foster constructive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. * Excellent organizational and analytical skills. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Ability to communicate effectively with others. Desired Qualifications * Experience managing an IACUC and/or applying regulations relating to the use of animals in research and teaching (includes the Animal Welfare Act, Public Health Service policy, USDA/APHIS). * Experience working in an AAALAC-accredited Animal Care Program. * Experience with aquatic species. * Evidence of experience serving on committees, including developing agendas and minutes. * Experience with enforcement, application and knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and accreditation guidelines. All Qualifications Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered. Position Details Position Purpose Oversee the care and use of animals used in research, testing, and teaching and provides professional veterinary care. Designs and implements programs and provides expert guidance to research staff and animal care/use committees to support the wellbeing of animals used in teaching and research. Develops the unit's strategic plan and budget, establishes operational standards and protocols for all animal-related services, and supervises staff to ensure proper functionality and regulatory compliance. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, accrediting body requirements, and institutional policies. Serves as Attending Veterinarian of record. Job Open Date 11/21/2025 Job Close Date

Career-Technical Education Student Support District: Grand Blanc Community Schools To apply click on the following link: **************************************************** CTE Health/Medical Occupations Instructional/Lab Assistant $12.48 - $17.00 per hour based on experience. Job Summary: CTE Lab Assistant is responsible for supporting students and program instructors within the high school Career and Technical Education classroom/labs. Responsible for assisting instructors in classroom and lab environments by performing a variety of supportive activities within a diverse population of students. General assistance and coordination in all functions in the Career and Technical Education laboratories. Provide support services in the operation and maintenance of industry related lab environments/curriculum. Includes performing analyses: setup, operation, maintenance, and cleaning of equipment and maintaining stock supplies. May provide direction to students in labs and associate equipment, supervise students to ensure a safe working environment. The CTE Career Cluster assignment will be determined based on the needs of the CTE. Essential Duties: 1. Supports the faculty in setup, instruction, and maintenance of lab areas 2. Assists in demonstrations and hands on skill training 3. Assists in monitoring students in lab and classroom exercises/exams, reporting all student safety issues to program instructor 4. Assists with supervision of students during classroom/lab activities, emergency drills, assemblies and field trips 5. Implements curriculum materials under the supervision of a program instructor 6. Provides routine lab support Including all aspects of lab safety and preparedness 7. Cleaning, inspection and maintenance equipment and supplies 8. Mentor's students within the CTE Career Cluster and programs 9. Works with individual/small/large groups of students to reinforce instruction and support student learning 10. Prepares and Inventories supplies 11. Keeps current with new technologies and regulations 12. Maintains professional working relationships with staff, students, parents, and suppliers 13. Sensitive to the need for confidentiality in dealing with student/school/district matters 14. Responsible for other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: -Knowledge of basic techniques and trades background including related equipment and supplies -Knowledge of safety practices/requirements, rules and regulations associated with trade, lab, equipment and materials -Ability to use associated equipment/machines, know how they function and the ability to oversee proper/safe usage -Ability to work independently with minimum instruction and also cooperatively as a member of a team -Ability to communicate courteously, efficiently and effectively with a variety of individuals, including students, faculty, administrators, parents, and representatives of outside organizations, write routine reports and correspondence -Ability to effectively resolve conflicts and handle stress -Ability to show patience, respect and compassion in working with students -Minimum 1 year of industry related experience preferred, industry certifications/licenses preferred -Excellent communication, organizational and planning skills -Prior experience working with high school students is preferred Work Conditions: Work is performed in a high school laboratory environment and requires appropriate contact with machinery and other related trades equipment. Paid by Edustaff Nondiscrimination: The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The board-appointed coordinator for all concerns and complaints for issues relating to Title IX, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act and Title II is : Deputy Superintendent or Director of Personnel Administration Building • 11920 S. Saginaw • Grand Blanc, MI 48439 ************** • ************

Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors. Bargaining Unit: CSEA Job Summary: The Division of Comparative Medicine in the College of Medicine at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Laboratory Animal Caretaker. Laboratory Animal Caretakers handle, treat and observe animals used in laboratory experiments, biological tests and research. They handle laboratory animals to implement ongoing experiments; treat them to provide for the general health and comfort of the animals; and observe them to detect symptoms of disease and changes in condition. They come into contact with animals carrying a variety of communicable diseases including zoonosis, and may be exposed to the radiation used in the treatment of such animals. In handling, treating, feeding and all other contacts with such animals, incumbents use techniques designed to minimize the hazards of their own infection, as well as the contamination of uninfected stock or experimental animals. Incumbents communicate with physicians, veterinarians and research scientists to report unusual experimental results and to receive instructions concerning the handling and treatment of animals relative to specific experiments. Illustrative Duties Under the general supervision of a Senior Laboratory Animal Caretaker: * Teats animals as prescribed in guidelines to maintain the general health of laboratory animals. * Assists higher level positions, e.g., professional scientists and technicians, in performing experimental treatment procedures to provide data for research. * Monitors animals' conditions and behaviors to detect symptoms of disease and changes in conditions. * Attends to the physical needs of animals both in regular housing and in controlled environment chambers to ensure that animals are maintained in health and comfort within the constraints of experimental procedures. * Cleans and washes facilities and performs other housekeeping duties as scheduled and directed to ensure that facilities are clean and adequately supplied. * Perform a wide range of husbandry duties in the laboratory animal care facility, which includes, but is not limited to: * Cleaning and removing cages, equipment. * Performing room sanitation, including disinfecting/sanitizing cages using various detergents and washing methods. * Feeding animals and performing daily wellness checks. * Transferring animals from one cage to another, and removing waste. * Work well as a collaborative team member, but work just as well independently. * Participate in monthly staff meetings. * Complete all New York State required trainings. * Perform basic record keeping, environmental control monitoring for temperature and humidity as well as some maintenance equipment use. * Perform all husbandry work within strict accordance of the guidelines established by law and in the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals. * Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling, as needed, to work weekends and holidays based on the business need of the facility. * Be flexible, as other duties may be assigned, as needed, by the Facility Supervisor or Veterinarian. Required Qualifications: * There are no minimum education or experience qualifications. Preferred Qualifications: * Candidate should be able to use basic computer programs such as Internet, Microsoft Word for email, training, and basic data entry. * Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written, and be able to follow instructions from the Facility Supervisor or Veterinarian. * Must be able to lift 50+ pounds of animal feed and supplies. Work Schedule: Variable Days; 8:00am to 4:30pm (Full-Time) Salary Grade/Rank: SG-05 Salary Range: As per civil service guidelines * $34,312 - $42,565 Base Salary plus $4,000 Location Pay Executive Order: Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at ************** or via email at ****************. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at *****************

VETERINARY ASSISTANT CLASSROOM AIDE - PART TIME - DAYS - UP TO 9 HRS/WK - MONDAY - FRIDAY Are you a Ross VA grad or a Veterinary Tech looking for a way to inspire future Veterinary Assistants? Classes run year round M-F 8:30-2:30 - let us know your availability! Job Summary The Classroom Aide may provide assistance to Primary or Secondary Instructors in the classroom, and students who need tutoring in individual and group sessions. The Classroom Aide works under the direct supervision of the Associate Director and with support from the Full Time Instructor or other faculty. The Classroom Aide must never be delivering Primary Instruction or Proficiency Completion to students, but can be a resource to support student tutoring and remediation needs. It is expected that the aide will continue to work in the Veterinary field and gain work experience. Job Duties and Responsibilities Classroom Duties may include: * Aiding with computers and other technology in the classroom * Setting up labs and doing other classroom prep at the direction of the Primary or Secondary Instructor * Helping with hands-on activities in the classroom * Other non-teaching classroom or tutoring duties as assigned Outside of Class * Giving tutoring to students as scheduled by the Associate Director * Assisting with restocking and cleaning of the classroom * All work is to be performed on campus At all times, Classroom Aides must conduct themselves in accordance with the Ross Guidelines, which include but are not limited to the following: * Maintaining a positive attitude towards faculty, classmates, and tutees * Maintaining confidentiality of student information and academic performance * Abiding by all standards of academic integrity including cheating and plagiarism * Refer to Campus Leadership, for any problem which arises that seems to exceed the aides ability

VETERINARY ASSISTANT CLASSROOM AIDE - PART TIME - DAYS/EVENINGS - UP TO 9 HRS/WK - MONDAY - FRIDAY The Classroom Aide may provide assistance to Primary or Secondary Instructors in the classroom, and students who need tutoring in individual and group sessions. The Classroom Aide works under the direct supervision of the Associate Director and with support from the Full Time Instructor or other faculty. The Classroom Aide must never be delivering Primary Instruction or Proficiency Completion to students, but can be a resource to support student tutoring and remediation needs. It is expected that the aide will continue to work in the Veterinary field and gain work experience. Job Duties and Responsibilities Classroom Duties may include: * Aiding with computers and other technology in the classroom * Setting up labs and doing other classroom prep at the direction of the Primary or Secondary Instructor * Helping with hands-on activities in the classroom * Other non-teaching classroom or tutoring duties as assigned Outside of Class * Giving tutoring to students as scheduled by the Associate Director * Assisting with restocking and cleaning of the classroom * All work is to be performed on campus At all times, Classroom Aides must conduct themselves in accordance with the Ross Guidelines, which include but are not limited to the following: * Maintaining a positive attitude towards faculty, classmates, and tutees * Maintaining confidentiality of student information and academic performance * Abiding by all standards of academic integrity including cheating and plagiarism * Refer to Campus Leadership, for any problem which arises that seems to exceed the aides ability

PART TIME - VETERINARY ASSISTANT - CLASSROOM AIDE - MONDAY - FRIDAY - MORNINGS The Classroom Aide may provide assistance to Primary or Secondary Instructors in the classroom, and students who need tutoring in individual and group sessions. Aides may also proctor exams. The Classroom Aide works under the direct supervision of the Associate Director and with support from the Full Time Instructor or other faculty. The Classroom Aide must never be delivering Primary Instruction or Proficiency Completion to students, but can be a resource to support student tutoring and remediation needs. Job Duties and Responsibilities Classroom Duties may include: * Aiding with computers and other technology in the classroom * Setting up labs and doing other classroom prep at the direction of the Primary or Secondary Instructor * Helping with hands-on activities in the classroom * Other non-teaching classroom or tutoring duties as assigned Outside of Class * Giving tutoring to students as scheduled by the Associate Director * Assisting with restocking and cleaning of the classroom * Assisting with orientation prep and other orientation tasks to assist students * Proctoring exams for nursing students while following guidelines established in proctor training * All work is to be performed on campus At all times, Classroom Aides must conduct themselves in accordance with the Ross Guidelines, which include but are not limited to the following: * Maintaining a positive attitude towards faculty, classmates, and tutees * Maintaining confidentiality of student information and academic performance * Abiding by all standards of academic integrity - including cheating and plagiarism * Refer to Campus Leadership, for any problem which arises that seems to exceed the aide's ability