Laboratory Animal Technician II, Division of Laboratory Animal Resources

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Laboratory Animal Technician II, Division of Laboratory Animal Resources at its Detroit campus location.

Perform a variety of simple routine tasks related to the care, feeding, and maintenance of various laboratory animal species within animal care facilities at the University.

• Perform routine animal husbandry activities in accordance with NIH, AAALAC, USDA and established research protocols.
• Provide and maintain housing and food for all laboratory animal species.
• Observe, monitor, and report health status of laboratory animals.
• Clean and disinfect animal cages, pens and heavy floor grates via water hosing method or automatic machine cage washing device.
• Mix chemical cleansing agents and solutions (e.g., bleach, acid cleaner and tri‑quat) to sanitize and disinfect bottles, pans, pails, cages, pens and entire work area.
• Sweep and mop floors using push broom, dry mop or wet‑n‑dry vacuum.
• Remove soiled bedding and feces into refuse cans to be incinerated or disposed of in dumpster.
• Place fresh bedding materials and animal enrichment materials in animal cages, pens and pans.
• Receive animal feed, bedding, and supplies.
• Transport heavy animal feed and bedding bags using moving equipment to appropriate locations.
• Assist in animal identification procedures; maintain applicable charts and records; catch and restrain light to heavy animal species ranging in weight from 70g‑100 lbs.
• Store feed, bedding, and supplies.
• May assist in the transportation of animals and supplies via motor vehicle.
• Transport refuse and empty into large outdoor dumpsters.
• Assist in the care of sick animals; may administer prescribed medications and treatments; collect laboratory samples as requested by principal investigator, clinical veterinarian or research personnel.
• Attend departmental staff meetings and participate in continuing education and employee training programs.
• May require rotation through several on-campus and off-campus research facilities.
• Perform related work as assigned.

• Possession and maintenance of a valid Michigan vehicle operator's license and satisfactory driving records as determined by University policy.
• Ability to transport a variety of light to heavy laboratory animal species ranging in weight from 70g‑100 lbs.
• Must obtain security clearance.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from or presently enrolled in an accredited Veterinary Technician training program, LAT level AALAS certification, or Bachelor's degree in a related science field.

Reasonable experience and knowledge in the care, feeding and handling of various laboratory animal species is preferred.

• Possession and maintenance of a valid Michigan vehicle operator's license and satisfactory driving records as determined by University policy.
• Ability to transport a variety of light to heavy laboratory animal species.
• Ability to perform a variety of medical procedures and treatments utilizing specialized instruments and apparatuses (e.g., syringe, thermometer, EKG, swab, bandage).
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Must obtain security clearance.
• Knowledge of NIH, AAALAC and USDA standards and guidelines is preferred.

• Regular Employee
• Job type:
  Full Time
• Job category:
  Staff/Administrative

• Compensation type:
  Hourly Wage
• Hourly rate: $20.59

• Maintain safe working conditions at all times by using equipment and supplies following appropriate safety procedures; protect against controllable hazards by following applicable policies, including wearing safety masks, goggles, gloves, boots and other protective clothing.
• Complete work assignments represented by frequent handling and transporting of light to heavy animal species and other equipment and supplies.
• On your feet most of the day.
• Some exposure to animal noise and odor.

This position is a unionized role represented by AFSCME. This position must be filled pursuant to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement, and as such may be filled by a qualified bargaining unit member, should one apply.

H09 - Research

H6901 - Laboratory Animal Resources

• Number of openings: 1
• Reposted position:
  No

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.