Animal Technician II: Research Animal Care

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Family life support

Employee assistance program

Onsite health clinic

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle seeks an Animal Technician II to perform routine animal husbandry, care for mice and rats, and support research staff under supervision. This entry-level role emphasizes skill development and adherence to SOPs.

The position requires working under supervision with opportunities to learn advanced techniques, while contributing to essential biomedical research and maintaining compliant animal facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months experience as an Animal Technician or equivalent.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to lift and move 50 lbs on a regular basis and sustained physical activities such as bending, balancing, stooping, reaching, and remain standing for long periods.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment including scrubs, gloves, shoe covers, gowns, ear plugs / muffs, face mask, and eye protection.

Responsibilities

• Animal Care: Independently perform care for all small animal species (mice, rats) on a daily basis in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Husbandry Operations: Independently perform animal husbandry procedures including using and maintaining animal housing.
• Sanitation Operations: Be proficient in performing housekeeping duties such as sweeping, mopping, garbage removal, and equipment washing in animal housing areas and surrounding premises.
• Researcher Support: Be proficient in effectively communicating with research staff through verbal, written, or electronic means
• Regulatory: Have intermediate knowledge of regulatory and safety regulations surrounding biomedical research.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication

Follow instructions

Job description

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle seeks an Animal Technician II to perform routine animal husbandry, care for mice and rats, and support research staff under supervision. This entry-level role emphasizes skill development and adherence to SOPs.

The position requires working under supervision with opportunities to learn advanced techniques, while contributing to essential biomedical research and maintaining compliant animal facilities.