The Freeman Lab in the Department of Biology is seeking to hire a part-time assistant for Winter/Spring 2027, with potential extension into Summer 2027 and beyond, depending on performance and funding availability. The assistant will be expected to work around 10-20 hours a week, Monday through Friday. The number of hours per day will vary and may range from 0 to 8 hours/day, as needed.

Responsibilities will mainly entail animal care duties (e.g., feeding coyotes, preparing equipment for animal captures, cleaning, etc.) and helping with some research-related operations (e.g., helping with coyote captures). The assistant will need to work in relatively close proximity to live carnivores and outdoors.

Minimum Qualifications

The assistant will be expected to have already completed CITI training for working with research animals and must be committed to following all standard operating protocols to maintain the highest levels of safety during activities. The assistant will need reliable access to transportation to and from the facility in Millville.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants with previous experience with carnivores and canids (particularly coyotes) will be preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The assistant will be expected to be responsible, punctual, communicative/responsive via email, phone, and text. They will also need to be capable of working safely and independently with minimal supervision. It is expected that the assistant will take directions well, maintain detailed and accurate records, exhibit a positive attitude, and work well with others, as this position will require working in teams with current students, staff, and other team members.

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume/CV (1-2 pages) to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
• Transcript (unofficial is permitted) to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”
• Cover letter (1 page) summarizing your relevant skills and experiences and how this job aligns with your educational goals, to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

The position requires considerable physical activity. The assistant must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting (50 pounds) and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects. The assistant must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Additionally, the work environment can include confined or narrow spaces. The assistant must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment. They will also need to be capable of working safely and independently with minimal supervision. Outdoors, the assistant may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required.

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