Laboratory Animal Technician II - Comparative Medicine

at  Washington University in St Louis

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide and document care and husbandry for rodent animal species in accordance 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.

EDUCATION:

Associate degree

WORK EXPERIENCE:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

SKILLS:

Not Applicable

EDUCATION:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Laboratory Animal Science (2 Years)

SKILLS:

Not Applicable

• Provides and documents 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.
• Sanitizes and maintains 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.
• Observes animals daily for clinical or behavioral signs of illness and provide treatments as directed by veterinary staff. Reports findings to Supervisor, Facility Manager or DCM Veterinary staff in a timely fashion.
• Correctly handles and disposes of hazardous wastes according to standard operating procedures.
• Performs additional duties as required by supervisor/manager/department, which may include hands-on training of junior-level technicians.