Laboratory Animal Technician II - Comparative Medicine

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis, MO, seeks a Laboratory Animal Technician II to provide daily husbandry and care for rabbits, non-human primates, canines and rodents. Duties include feeding, cleaning, enrichment, and room sanitation in a high-standard facility.

Role requires observation of animals, reporting health concerns to veterinary staff, and adherence to SOPs, with potential training of junior technicians. Rotating weekends/holidays and lifting requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Animal Care Learning Program - Purina Institute within 6 months.
• Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) within 2 years (AALAS).
• No specific work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document daily husbandry care to multiple species.
• Sanitize and maintain rodent colony rooms and equipment.
• Observe animals for illness and report findings to veterinary staff.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous wastes per SOPs.
• Assist with training of junior technicians when required.

Skills

Biomedical Research

English Language

Heavy Lifting

Quality Care

SOP Writing

Education

Associate degree

Animal Care Learning Program (Purina Institute) within 6 months

Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) within 2 years

Job description

## Laboratory Animal Technician II - Comparative MedicineApply: On Campus/Onsite: Washington University Medical Campus: Full time: Posted Today: JR98118# **Location**ST. LOUIS, MO 63110# **Scheduled Hours**40# **Position Summary**Provide and document care and husbandry for multiple animal species in accordance with departmental SOPS and regulations and guidelines of the Animal Welfare Act and the Public Health Service, to assure a quality animal care program that supports the research and teaching at WashU. Provide care in specialized situations including biohazard, quarantine, and bioexclusion. Rotating weekend and holiday work is required.# **Job Description****Primary Duties & Responsibilities:*** Provide and document daily husbandry care to multiple species including rabbits, non-human primates, canines and rodents. Care includes the provision of feed, water, clean cages and enrichment.* Sanitize and maintain rodent colony rooms according to schedule to include sweeping and mopping animal quarters and procedure rooms, disinfecting all areas in room, rotating animal cages, cleaning large equipment and stocking room supplies.* Observe animals daily for clinical or behavioral signs of illness and provide treatments as directed by veterinary staff. Report findings to Supervisor, Facility Manager or DCM Veterinary staff in a timely fashion.* Correctly handle and dispose of hazardous wastes according to standard operating procedures.* Perform additional duties as required by supervisor/manager/department, which may include hands-on training of junior-level technicians. **Working Conditions:** Must be able to lift 30 lbs. and pass a pre-employment physical exam. Appropriate vaccinations and hearing protection and other PPE are required through participation in the Occupational Health and Safety Program.Job Location/Working Conditions:* Requires extensive safety training.* Alternative work schedules.* Exposure to chemicals.* High noise environment.* Requires protective devices.* Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements.* Exposure to animals.Physical Effort:* Typically standing or walking.* Typically bending, crouching, stooping.* Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.* Frequent lifting (30 lbs. or more). Equipment:* Lab/research equipment.* Simple hand tools.* Heavy equipment (buffers, mowers, forklift, etc.).The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.# **Required Qualifications****Education:**Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.**Certifications****/Professional Licenses****:**The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.Animal Care Learning Program - Purina Institute, Animal Care Learning Program within 6 months - Purina Institute, Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS), Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) - within 2 years - American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS)**Work Experience:**No specific work experience is required for this position.**Skills:**Not Applicable**Driver's License:**A driver's license is not required for this position.# **More About This Job**WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.## # **Preferred Qualifications****Education:**No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Certifications****/Professional Licenses****:**No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Work Experience:**Laboratory Animal Science (2 Years)**Skills:**Biomedical Research, English Language, Heavy Lifting, Quality Care, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing# **Grade**R05-H# **Salary Range**$16.67 - $24.40 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.# **Questions**For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.# **Accommodation**If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.# **Pre-Employment Screening**All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.