Cage Wash Technician & Animal Care Support

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Northwestern University’s Ctr for Comparative Medicine seeks a detail‑oriented cage wash worker to perform cleaning, sterilization and basic animal caretaking as part of a training program. Tasks include following CCM SOPs, maintaining washers and supplies, and reporting deviations to the Group Leader.

Duties emphasize safety, attendance, and documentation. This full‑time role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within a respected biomedical research

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Valid state driver's license if driving animal transport van.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sterilizes cages, equipment, supplies, and rooms.
• Prepares refuse for disposal.
• Maintains efficient organization and flow of supplies and equipment through cage wash area.
• Monitors and maintains washers and sterilizers in proper working condition.
• Delivers clean and/or dirty equipment and cages to and from cage wash as required.
• May complete daily and periodic housekeeping of other areas as assigned (e.g., bathrooms, locker rooms and surgery space).
• Completes cage wash activities check-lists, logs, and documentation accurately and within appropriate timeframes.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Northwestern University’s Ctr for Comparative Medicine seeks a detail‑oriented cage wash worker to perform cleaning, sterilization and basic animal caretaking as part of a training program. Tasks include following CCM SOPs, maintaining washers and supplies, and reporting deviations to the Group Leader.

Duties emphasize safety, attendance, and documentation. This full‑time role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within a respected biomedical research