Cage Washer/Animal Attendant

New York University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated individual for a vital role in maintaining laboratory animal facilities. This position emphasizes cage sanitation, equipment operation, and animal husbandry, requiring physical stamina and attention to detail. The role is essential, demanding weekend and holiday work, and involves regular exposure to laboratory animals. Join a forward-thinking institution committed to sustainability and excellence in service, where your contributions will support critical operations and enhance the welfare of research animals.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in animal facility operations with mechanical washers.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 55 pounds routinely.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cage sanitation and physical plant maintenance.
• Supervised assistance in animal husbandry procedures.

Skills

Ability to operate standard office equipment

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Adaptability to changes

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mechanical washers

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for cage sanitation, physical plant maintenance, safe operation of sanitation equipment, observation and reporting of abnormal conditions in cage-wash facility, and supervised assistance in animal husbandry procedures. This position is considered an essential service requiring weekend and holiday work hours, and involves daily exposure to laboratory animals and their waste products. Essential service staff are required to maintain basic university operations during scheduled and unscheduled work closures due to emergencies, events or other situations (including inclement weather, natural or man-made disasters, pandemics, etc.).

Qualifications

Required Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience:

1+ years experience in a related position involving operation of mechanical washers in animal facility.

Preferred Experience:

1+ years experience performing repairs and maintenance of cage washing equipment.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Ability to operate standard office equipment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 55 pounds routinely. This position is highly physical and involves standing for long periods, grasping and holding items, reaching above shoulder; pulling & pushing heavy items; some regular crouching, bending and kneeling, and working in wet areas. Understand and follow appropriate SOPs, safety procedures (Including wearing personal protective equipment), and quality assurance guidelines. Well-organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to changes.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

American Association of Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Certification.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is USD $32.972. This rate is based on bargaining unit contracts. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items. NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity