What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Lab Assistant, Animal Care Facility (3190) position at Idaho State University?
Animal Lab Assistant, Animal Care Facility (3190)
Pocatello - Main
Institution Information
Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!
**This position includes full State benefits.**
Majority employer paid medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents;
tuition discount which includes $5 per credit for employees and spouses, as well as 50 percent off of tuition for dependent children up to age 26;
12 paid holidays; as well as accruing sick and vacation leave;
8 weeks paid parental leave; and a generously matched retirement.
Job Description
To care for laboratory animals used in university teaching and research projects; perform related work. This position works 30 hours per week, requiring some weekends and holidays.
Typical Duties
The successful candidate feeds, waters, and exercises laboratory animals; cleans facilities and animal cages; observes animals for symptoms of disease or illness; participates in obtaining blood, urine, and fecal samples; administers injections and other treatments; restrains and prepares animals for operating procedures; provides post-operative care; performs euthanasia on various species of animals; operates incinerator, sterilizer, and cage washing machines; quarantines animal shipments; maintains small animal colonies; records animal immunizations, breeding, and research projects; repairs cages and enclosures; transports animals between buildings; maintains inventory of supplies and animals; consults with veterinarian regarding animal care; advises students and faculty on animal care; trains and supervises part-time helpers.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
- Caring for animals.
- Reading, writing and following written and oral instructions.
Specialty Requirement
- Some positions at ISU require a valid driver's license.
Supplemental Information
- Employees are exposed to infectious diseases and toxic materials including pentobarbital.
- They are subject to emergency call-back after normal working hours, on weekends, and holidays.
- Work is performed in damp, hot, and odorous surroundings.
- Employees are required to handle, restrain, and care for laboratory animals including rodents, dogs, cats, and rabbits and must administer medications and be willing to perform euthanasia on animals.
- These positions involve exposure to diseased animals who may bite or scratch and employees are subjected to annual medical monitoring.
- These positions involve lifting and carrying 50 pounds. These positions involve standing and walking for the majority of an eight hour shift.
Additional Information
ISU minimum for this classification is $15.50/hour. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. To be considered for this opportunity, apply on or before February 24, 2025. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.
Posting Number: req2410
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Classified Staff
Division: Office for Research
Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
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