Part-Time Technologist, Animal Care

Job Title:

Part-Time Technologist, Animal Care (Contract) (2 Vacancies)

Requisition #: 26-0224R1

Department:
School of Community Services

Payband: J

Starting Rate: $43.97

Hours/Week:
Up to 16

Closing Date:
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

Vacancy Type:
Support Staff - Part-time Casual

Casual Part-Time Support Staff, new positions (Immediate need to April 30, 2027)

Conestoga College's Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Assistant programs offer students high-quality, hands-on education in animal health care, preparing graduates to meet the evolving needs of veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, and related settings. These programs, based at our newly renovated Kitchener-Doon campus, are designed to address the growing need for skilled professionals in animal care.

Our programs feature state-of-the-art laboratory facilities where students will engage in hands-on learning experiences. These labs are equipped with realistic animal models and advanced simulation technology, allowing students to develop essential veterinary skills in a controlled environment. Students will participate in various lab activities, including animal anatomy, clinical pathology, and surgical procedures, before applying their knowledge in real-world clinical placements. Students also participate in live animal opportunities to gain experience throughout their curriculum.

We are seeking a Part-Time Technologist to join our team and support these innovative lab experiences. In addition, Part-Time Technologists will supervise students in live animal interactions during their animal husbandry and housing courses. The Technologist, Animal Care plays a crucial role in supporting our animal care programs within the School of Community Services .Their responsibilities encompass various laboratory activities across the Veterinary Assistant, and Veterinary Technician programs.

Successful candidates will be required to work on-site at the Doon campus, located at 299 Doon Valley Dr. in Kitchener, and off-campus at animal kennels in the Greater Kitchener-Waterloo area. During the fall term, September to December 2026, the Technologist will be scheduled up to 16 hours/week, including early mornings (6:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.), 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., or early evenings (5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.).

Flexibility in scheduling is required to meet operational needs. Travel between sites is required.

• Responsible for preparing all laboratory materials including models, cadavers, solutions, chemicals, media, tissue preparations, blood, & feces
• Ensures samples are available for student labs, which may require picking up samples from requisite sites both on-campus and off-campus
• Maintains the cleanliness and organization of lab spaces, equipment and models
• Contributes to effective learning experience for students by providing a well-prepared and hygienic environment

• Under the direction of faculty, contributes to the evaluation of student performance in the lab, in relation to program standards, documents and consults findings
• Provides remedial skill assistance to students on referral from faculty
• Tests student performance following remedial assistance as well as return demonstration of a skill
• Supervising and evaluating students throughout the Animal Care (Kennel Duty) courses at the off-site location

• Maintains and operates laboratory equipment within the Animal Care lab spaces in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and requirements
• Promotes good public relations through contacts with personnel from other educational facilities, agencies and commercial sales representatives
• Participates in program promotional activities related to…