Animal Husbandry/Cage Wash Technician

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The Gene Therapy Program (GTP) and Orphan Disease Center (ODC) are entering a new era of unprecedented opportunity with great potential to reshape the face of medicine as we know it. Our discoveries have set the stage for successful treatments and possibly even cures for devastating genetic diseases.  Our R&D organization has a translational infrastructure that includes: technology discovery, specialized immunology assays operating under GLP, a Vector Core/Manufacturing unit that conducts GMP comparable work, and a large non-clinical program for animal testing under GLP including large NHP and rodent vivaria. 

Our Animal Models Core is looking for Animal Husbandry/Cage Wash Technicians that will ensure the humane care and treatment of laboratory animals

As an Animal Husbandry/Cage Wash Technician, you will actively support GTP discovery and pre-clinical research programs by contributing to the care and upkeep of rodents. You will be performing basic husbandry duties such as cleaning/sanitizing caging and accessory equipment; sanitizing/decontaminating all work areas; performing routine cleaning and preventative maintenance on cage washers/autoclaves; prepare for animal arrivals (preparing cages with appropriate bedding, watering/feeding accessories, etc) observing animals, reporting abnormalities to Supervisor and/or Veterinarian; monitor and maintain inventory and stock for assigned area; and perform accurate data collection/reporting.

Employees in this position will participate in an occupational safety and health program which requires tuberculin testing and potentially immunization. Weekend work, holiday work and overtime hours are a requirement of this position. May be designated as essential personnel during a storm/natural disaster. Responsibilities must be performed with minimal instruction and persons will be expected to independently perform duties as described.

Qualifications:

• A High School diploma or GED and 1 year to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience are required; Training or coursework beyond High School is a plus..
• Assistant Laboratory Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification preferred.
• Must have experience animal handling and be dedicated to the humane care of lab animals. 
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping a must!

Position contingent on funding

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Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.