Laboratory Animal Technician II (NHP) - Comparative Medicine

Provide and document care and husbandry for non-human primate and rodent 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 Washington University. Work on a rotating weekend and Holiday schedule is required. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Provide and document daily husbandry care primarily for non-human primates (NHPs) and mice, but can also provide care for additional species, including rabbits, canines, and other rodents. Care includes the provision of feed, water, clean cages, and enrichment. Sanitize and maintain animal colony rooms according to schedule, including sweeping and mopping animal quarters and procedure rooms, disinfecting all areas in the 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: 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). Pass pre-employment physical exam. Equipment: Lab/research equipment. Simple hand tools. Heavy equipment (buffers, mowers, forklift, etc.). Required Qualifications: Education: Associate degree. Certifications: 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. Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. Preferred Qualifications: Laboratory Animal Science (2 Years). Skills: Biomedical Research, English Language, Heavy Lifting, Quality Care, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing. Additional information includes benefits, pre-employment screening, and equal employment opportunity statements.