Rodent Care Technician I – Comparative Medicine

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time & holidays

Health insurance

Metro transit U‑Pass

Retirement Savings Plan (403(b))

Wellness resources

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis on the Medical Campus in Saint Louis, MO seeks a Laboratory Animal Technician I to provide daily care and husbandry for rodent species in the vivarium, supporting research and teaching activities.

The role requires a high school diploma with preferred associate degree and ALAT certification. The position involves rotating weekends and holidays, adhering to AWA and PHS guidelines, and maintaining accurate animal census and records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree preferred.
• ALAT certification preferred.
• No specific work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provides daily husbandry care to rodents in the vivarium, including feed, water, cages and enrichment.
• Sanitizes and maintains rodent colony rooms per schedule and disinfects areas.
• Monitors animal health and reports concerns to supervisor or veterinarian.
• Maintains daily animal census and sanitation records.
• Performs duties as assigned.

Skills

Biomedical Research

Communication

Positive Thinking

Quality Care

SOP

Writing Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis on the Medical Campus in Saint Louis, MO seeks a Laboratory Animal Technician I to provide daily care and husbandry for rodent species in the vivarium, supporting research and teaching activities.

The role requires a high school diploma with preferred associate degree and ALAT certification. The position involves rotating weekends and holidays, adhering to AWA and PHS guidelines, and maintaining accurate animal census and records.