Animal Scientist jobs in Nevada
Animal Scientist conducts research, and analyzes and experiments on the selection, breeding, feeding, management, and marketing of animals. Determines and evaluates their applications to scientific study. Being an Animal Scientist requires a degree in animal science. May be expected to have an advanced degree in area of specialty with 0-2 years of experience. Additionally, Animal Scientist has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a project manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Animal Scientist jobs
Animal Admissions/Pet Support Counselor
- The Animal Foundation
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Las Vegas, NV
FULL_TIME
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FLSA: Non-exempt (Hourly) REVISED: 08/22/22
REPORTS TO: Pet Support Services Supervisor
SUPERVISES: None
Position Summary: Responsible for interacting with guests to provide information in response to inquiries about services offered by the organization. Responsible for the resources necessary to keep pets with owners. Responsible for the care and concern for animals in the initial shelter intake.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Answers guests' questions and provides accurate information on The Animal Foundation’s policies and procedures in person or on the telephone.
- Provides resources and referrals for pet owners needing assistance.
- Obtains and ensures detailed records are kept on animals entering the shelter.
- Triage incoming animals;ensures that all animals are properly tagged with animal identification numbers issued through the Chameleon software system; takes photos for every animal upon arrival and ensures the photo is uploaded to Chameleon; performs Parvo test, verification of death, or vaccinates the animal, as applicable. Creates a kennel card.
- Assists guests with completion of setting appointments.
- Receives incoming telephone calls, checks voice mail messages throughout the day, and makes follow up calls to ensure accurate and timely information is provided to guests.
- Handles a variety of animals throughout the day.
- Cleans kennels in compliance with proper cleaning protocols.
- Processes return to owner transactions; sets up a microchip, if needed, and assures vaccinations are up to date; issues licenses and rabies vaccination certificates/tags if absent; assures animals are spayed or neutered or authorized by the applicable Animal Control department to remain intact.
- Ensures that all necessary forms and supplies are available and in adequate supply.
- Dresses appropriately to project a positive image to the public.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization’s service to its guests by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team.
- Provides responsive, meaningful and compassionate service to all guests.
- Applies the principles of The Animal Foundation’s Core Values toward the goal of bettering self, the organization and others.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements:- HS/GED minimum
- Minimum of one (1) year of customer service experience
License & Certification Requirements:- Some positions may require the incumbent to be at least 21 years of age, and possess and maintain a valid Class C Nevada Driver License. For these positions, incumbents under age 25 must possess and maintain a clean driving record, and be licensed for at least three years prior. Those over age 25 must possess and maintain a safe driving record that will allow for acceptable insurance risk to the Foundation.
Required Knowledge and Skills:Knowledge of:- Principles and practices of customer service.
- Basic knowledge of administrative practices and procedures.
- MS Word, MS Excel, Google Chrome, Google Apps and other basic computer related skills.
Skill in:- Techniques for dealing effectively with co-workers and the public, both in person and over the phone
- Communicating effectively in oral and written form.
- Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:Physical ability and mobility to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop , kneel, crouch and crawl. Strength to lift and/or move materials weighing up to 25 pounds frequently, 50 pounds occasionally. Vision to read printed materials. Stamina to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time. Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
Job incumbents are continuously exposed to animals, animal waste, potentially harmful cleaning chemicals, high noise and potentially hazardous conditions, including risk of animal bites.
All Team Members work in a culture of continuous improvement and are expected to support our mission. Team members must be able to clearly articulate our goals, actively participate in outstanding guest service and accept responsibility for maintaining our culture of philanthropy.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected of this position. This description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive listing or description of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of incumbents in the job.
I have read and understand the above to be a general description of the duties, physical demands and occupational exposures of the position for which I am being hired. - 5 Days Ago
Kennel Assistant for Animal Hospital
- West Charleston Animal Hospital
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Las Vegas, NV
FULL_TIME
- Are wagging tails and soothing purrs your kind of therapy? If you're all about furry comfort and want to turn your love for animals into a fulfilling career, consider becoming a Veterinary Kennel Assi...
- 14 Days Ago
Veterinarian | Cheyenne West Animal Hospital
- Cheyenne West Animal Hospital
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Las Vegas, NV
FULL_TIME
- Veterinarian Full-Time Cheyenne West Animal Hospital Here at Cheyenne West Animal Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we recognize what you and your team face each day. Through our collaborativ...
- 1 Month Ago
Veterinary Student Externship-Boca Park Animal Hospital
- Boca Park Animal Hospital
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Las Vegas, NV
FULL_TIME
- Description Overview: United Veterinary Care is delighted to host veterinary students for externships! This valuable clinical experience will let you take what you’ve learned in the classroom and put ...
- 14 Days Ago
Client Service Representative - VCA Decatur Animal Hospital
- VCA Animal Hospitals
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Las Vegas, NV
FULL_TIME
- VCA Decatur Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Client Service Representative to join our team.Full-Time /Part - timeStarting $15.00 DOEAt VCA Animal Hospitals, we take our mission statement – y...
- 25 Days Ago
Kennel Attendant-PROFESSIONAL ANIMAL CARE for pets of domestic violence
- Noah's Animal House
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Reno, NV
PART_TIME
- On-call position for Professional Animal kennel tech. 18 years old with at least six months of professional animal care or animal rescue experience required. Feed, walk, and care for pets impacted by ...
- 14 Days Ago
Animal Scientist jobs at Popular Companies
Director of Software Engineering (Platform Services Team)
- Coupang
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Mountain View, CA
- Location: Hybrid from Mountain View, CA. Coupang is reimagining the shopping experience with the goal of wowing each cus...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Scientist/Senior Scientist (Embryologist)
- Commonwealth Sciences, Inc.
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- Position located in Fort Worth, TX Responsibilities of the Scientist/Senior Scientist (Embryologist): Will perform Somat...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Manufacturing Associate
- Randstad Life Sciences US
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Boston, MA
- Manufacturing Processor 1 Year Boston, MA Max PR: $21-$23.00 SHIFT SCHEDULE Work schedule will be M-F 4:30am - 1:00pm un...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Reseach Associate (221400)
- Medix™
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Everett, WA
- Research Associate - Large Animal **This position is fully onsite in Everett, WA Do you love working with animals? Do yo...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Senior Staff Data Scientist
- Coupang
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Seattle, WA
- About Coupang We exist to wow our customers. We know we’re doing the right thing when we hear our customers say, “How di...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Scientist II, Formulations
- HDT Bio
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Seattle, WA
- HDT Bio is pioneering technologies that direct the host immune system to treat or prevent cancer and infectious diseases...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Postdoctoral Associate, Dr. Xiao-Nan Li's Lab
- Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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Chicago, IL
- Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the lates...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Technical Calf Nutrition & Business Manager
- Land O' Lakes
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Madison, WI
- Technical Calf Nutrition & Business Manager Technical Calf Nutrition & Business Manager (Land O'Lakes & Purina brands) T...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Nevada
Nevada is almost entirely within the Basin and Range Province, and is broken up by many north-south mountain ranges. Most of these ranges have endorheic valleys between them, which belies the image portrayed by the term Great Basin.
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Income Estimation for Animal Scientist jobs
$50,121 to $63,050
Most Popular Cities in Nevada for Animal Scientist Jobs
What does an Animal Scientist do?
Animal Scientist in Nashua, NH
Animal scientists play a key role in maintaining and improving the quality and quantity of the country's food supply.
January 30, 2020
Animal Scientist in Saint Petersburg, FL
An animal scientist plays an important role in maintaining the nation’s food supply.
February 11, 2020
Animal Scientist in Dothan, AL
Many animal scientists work with little supervision, forming their own hypotheses and developing research methods accordingly.
February 12, 2020