Laboratory Animal Technician 1

Laboratory Animal Technician 1

Job no: 528104
Work type: Classified Staff
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Biology/Life Sciences, Research/Scientific/Grants

Department: Terrestrial Animal Care Services (TeACS)
Classification: Laboratory Animal Technician 1
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $13.73 to $17.90 hourly
FTE: 0.75

Review of Applications Begins
Position closes September 13, 2021.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Please submit your resume along with your completed application.

Department Summary
Terrestrial Animal Care Services (TeACS) is responsible for managing and administering a centralized program of laboratory animal care. The functions of TeACS include daily animal care, veterinary care, research and surgical support, and training of research and technical personnel who use live animals for research or teaching. TeACS is an academic service unit (for research and teaching) which reports to the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation (OVPRI), who promotes excellence in research at the University of Oregon.

This department cares for animals in compliance with the federal Animal Welfare Act, the NIH Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, the Public Health Service Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, and the U.S. Government Principles for the Utilization and Care of Vertebrate Animals Used in Testing, Research, and Training.

Position Summary
The Lab Animal Technician provides animal facility support and care for a variety of laboratory research animals, primarily rodent. The technician is the first line of defense in spotting and responding to health and environmental problems.

Responsibilities include following standard operating protocols for animal care and room/facility maintenance, providing care for laboratory animals including health checks, feeding, changing cages, and keeping detailed records of tasks performed.

Individuals within this position work as a member of a highly interdependent team providing direct animal care and technical services. This includes regular communication with students, staff, and faculty working in TeACS, as well as veterinary staff.

Minimum Requirements
Six months of experience caring for animals (e.g. watering, feeding, bedding, housing, checking animals' health, etc.)

Professional Competencies
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Preferred Qualifications
- One year of experience in the care of animals in a work setting; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Experience handling rodents
- Experience utilizing large equipment (e.g. autoclave, cage/rack washer)
- Experience working in a self-directed environment with minimal direct supervision
- Certification as an Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician through the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science
- Veterinary Technician degree or Bachelor's degree in animal science, zoology or other relevant field

FLSA Exempt: No

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.

This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.

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To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/528104/laboratory-animal-technician-1

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