PAY GRADE: 27N

CONTEXT OF THE JOB:

Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical laboratory duties in support of instructional and/or research programs. The principal emphasis is on laboratory animal care & husbandry. Independent judgment and practical understanding of the application of scientific techniques are required.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the daily care and health of laboratory animals in compliance with USDA and PHS policies and guidelines.
• Performs a variety of technical duties involved in conducting or assisting in scientific test.
• Responsible for the maintenance of animal facilities and equipment in compliance with USDA and PHS policies and guidelines. Administers treatments, including injections, to laboratory animals as prescribed.
• Maintains and operates standard laboratory equipment, which may include cleaning and sterilizing instruments, glassware, cages, etc. Maintains necessary records for reports.
• Responsible for requisition, security and inventory of animals, supplies and/or equipment.
• Prepares and/or processes samples for analyses.
• Under the direction of the attending veterinarian, facility manager and the principal investigator, maintains animal breeding colonies. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED and two years of experience working with laboratory animals.
• American Association for Laboratory Animal Science [AALAS] Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician certification.
• Must be able to obtain the certification within one year of hire date.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of laboratory animal techniques, procedures, instrumentation and principles of the appropriate science; scientific math including conversions.
• Basic computer skills; ability to work independently from oral and written instructions; technical aptitude; ability to train and instruct others.
• Ability to work well with faculty and students and communicate effectively and interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURES:

• Daily requirement to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• With or without assistance, must be able to routinely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Requires dexterity in handling delicate and hazardous materials.
• Ability to accurately discern colors and measure laboratory materials.
• Valid vehicle operators license.
• Evening, weekend and holiday working hours.
• In certain units, employment is dependent upon passing a University-specified medical evaluation related to the use of respiratory protection equipment.