Animal Care Technician

American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB); Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University seeks an Animal Care Technician to provide routine care for laboratory animals, monitor their health, and assist veterinary staff. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, have experience in animal care, and be committed to maintaining a high standard of professionalism. The position includes significant responsibilities in an academic setting, contributing to both health and research advancements.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Health savings account with IU contributions

Flexible spending accounts

Paid holidays and generous time off

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members

Qualifications

• 6 months of animal care experience required.
• Must obtain ALAT Certificate within 1 year from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides routine care for laboratory animals, monitors health, and handles transfers.
• Participates in maintaining supplies and assists veterinary staff as needed.

Skills

Proficient written and verbal communication skills

Maintains a high degree of professionalism

Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills

High commitment to quality

Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Thorough and dependable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (HSED or GED)

Job description

Indiana University Indianapolis School of Science is a vital part of Indiana's life, health, and technology industries and allows for unparalleled research and collaboration. We are home to 8 departments and programs representing many different aspects of the science world. Our faculty and staff are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service.
Our faculty engage in cutting-edge research in a wide variety of fields, including biochemistry and molecular biology, clinical psychology, forensic science, pure and applied math, and more.
We pride ourselves on our interdisciplinary approach, extensive undergraduate research opportunities, professional school placements, and service to our students. Our graduates are the life blood of an economy that needs innovative thinkers, contributing team members and eager learners. Committed to having real impact in their work and community, our graduates emerge from the School of Science as well-rounded scientists whose experiences have prepared them to solve the problems of the future.

Job Summary

• Provides routine care for laboratory animals and breeding colonies (feeding and watering)
• Monitors animal health and observes for overt signs of disease and reports any changes to supervisor and veterinary staff
• Handles, restrains, and transfers animals as directed
• Performs euthanasia and disposes of remains and/or carcasses
• Provides occasional assistance in basic procedures such as maintaining animal and experimental records, collecting specimens for diagnostic or environmental controls, and assisting with treatments as directed by veterinary staff
• Participates in receiving, storing and rotating feed, bedding, and other animal care supplies and equipment
• Assists higher level Animal Care Technicians, facility supervisors, veterinary staff, and facility users as directed

Qualifications

EDUCATION
Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE
Required

• 6 months of animal care experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required

• Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician ALAT Certificate within 1 year from date of hire

SKILLS
Required

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Highly thorough and dependable

Working Conditions / Demands

This position requires the ability to move about for long periods of time, perform repetitive movements, and operate equipment, tools, or controls. It also requires the ability to move items weighing up to 40 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential duties with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Indiana University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Indiana

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure .

Job Classification

Career Level: Intermediate
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Research
Job Family: Animal Research
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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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