Careers @ MSU

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

Daily tasks include feeding fish, monitoring their health, cleaning and disinfecting fish tanks, controlling water quality, and maintaining records. 

On required days, set up pairs for breeding. perform egg and sperm collections and in vitro fertilization. Food preparation, including live shrimp and paramecia. Prepare and resupply buffer and salt solutions for fish systems.

Supervise and train new student employees in zebrafish maintenance, including feeding, tank cleaning, and animal breeding. 

Maintain fish room stocks and supplies and notify supervisor when new ones are required. 

Desired Qualifications

Experience in caring for fish in an aquarium feeding them, monitoring water quality, and maintaining multiple fish tanks.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover letter and resume 

Work Hours

Weekends may be required.