Laboratory and Animal Technician

Job Summary / Basic Function Job Summary : The Department of Agricultural and Life Sciences welcomes applications for a 12-month full-time salaried position for a Laboratory Technician II to provide support to the biology department faculty and animal house.Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Operate and maintain basic laboratory equipment.Support faculty with the coordination and preparation of lab courses.Set up basic laboratory equipment and solutions for classroom use.Assist undergraduate students and faculty in using equipment.Maintain data records of equipment use and comply with safety standards.Maintain chemical inventory database and safety data sheets (SDSs).Animal husbandry duties for rodents, snakes, and other animals kept at CSU.Daily and weekend checks of animals.Order supplies for the Animal Facility.IACUC coordinator duties.Assure compliance with Animal Facility and Protocols.Greenhouse maintenance.Supervise students in research and work-study students.Prepare biology labs for classes.Inventory and maintain supplies for biology labs.Carry out duties and responsibilities with limited supervision.Other related duties as assigned by the Department Chair.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Experience with basic maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.Understands and follows established standard operating procedures.Knowledge of biological and chemical hygiene.Knowledge of hazardous waste management.Ability to prepare solutions, reagents, and stains.Familiarity with interfacing with vendors and requisition input.Manage vendor accounts for equipment purchase and maintenance.Comply with and promote a culture of safety within the Department.Good oral and written communication skills.Minimum Qualifications : B.S. in biology, animal science, or commensurate laboratory and equipment experience.M.S. in biology a plus.Position Category : Staff - Monthly (Exempt)Budgeted Annual Salary : Commensurate with experienceOpen Until Filled : Yes#J-18808-Ljbffr