Animal Technician III

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 33,751 - 48,050; Full time

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle seeks an Animal Technician III to perform routine animal husbandry, specialized care, and program support under supervision. The role requires physical work and strict adherence to welfare standards.

The incumbent will handle animal transport, data collection, and routine maintenance while contributing to research programs. A strong work ethic and compliance with safety protocols are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three full years of experience as an Animal Technician II or equivalent.
• Understanding of federal, national, and institutional animal welfare regulations, policies, guidelines, and SOPs.
• Good computer skills.
• Good verbal and written English communication skills. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to prepare written reports.
• 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 of time.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment including scrubs, gloves, shoe covers, gowns, ear plugs / muffs, and eye protection.

Responsibilities

• Mastery of all Animal Technician II essential tasks. May assist in training new and lower-level technicians. (40%)
• Husbandry Operations: Become proficient at packing/ unpacking of animals for transport, injection, and collection procedures. (20%)
• Administrative Operations: Become proficient in assigned administrative procedures in support of animal facility management and operations, including software functions, data collection, record keeping. (20%)
• Maintenance and Sanitation Operations: Become proficient at routine equipment maintenance, collection of environmental samples for sanitization efficacy. (5%)
• Researcher Support: Become proficient at colony management, colony record keeping, and sample collection. (10%)
• Perform other duties as assigned. (5%)

Skills

Good verbal and written English

Good computer skills

Lift 50 lbs

Follow written instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Animal Technician III

Job Information

• Job ID: 31613
• Type: Regular Full-Time
• Location: US-WA-Seattle
• Category: Labor/Skilled Trade

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

The Animal Technician III performs routine animal husbandry, custodial care for the animal areas, and processes equipment. In addition, the Animal Technician III performs specialized skilled animal husbandry functions, preforms tasks in support of specialized programs, projects, or administrative duties requiring an advance level of technical and/or mechanical skill and knowledge. The incumbent works under the Animal Technician Lead following established procedures in performing daily responsibilities. The Technician III position reports directly to the Animal Husbandry Manager. This position is under supervision with no responsibility for supervision others. Incumbent is expected to acquire skills and knowledge to perform more advanced work through training. Uses discretion and judgement in carrying out tasks.

NOTE: The Animal Technician III is classified as essential personnel and, as such, is required to work with a minimal number of absences and during all Center closures except in the event of a major disaster when access to animal housing and use facilities is prohibited by governmental emergency personnel.

Responsibilities

• Mastery of all Animal Technician II essential tasks. May assist in training new and lower-level technicians. (40%)
• Husbandry Operations: Become proficient at packing/ unpacking of animals for transport, injection, and collection procedures. (20%)
• Administrative Operations: Become proficient in assigned administrative procedures in support of animal facility management and operations, including software functions, data collection, record keeping. (20%)
• Maintenance and Sanitation Operations: Become proficient at routine equipment maintenance, collection of environmental samples for sanitization efficacy. (5%)
• Researcher Support: Become proficient at colony management, colony record keeping, and sample collection. (10%)
• Perform other duties as assigned. (5%)

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three full years of experience as an Animal Technician II or equivalent.
• Demonstrated understanding of federal, national, and institutional animal welfare regulations, policies, guidelines, and SOPs.
• Good computer skills.
• Good verbal and written English communication skills. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to prepare written reports.
• 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 of time.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment including scrubs, gloves, shoe covers, gowns, ear plugs / muffs, and eye protection.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Four years experience in animal husbandry or related field.
• Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) Certification with the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS).

The hourly pay range for this position is from $24.50 to $34.88 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).

Additional Information

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at [e-mail] or by calling 206-667-4700.