What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Animal Technician position at Indiana University Bloomington?
Job Summary
- Performs animal husbandry (care, feeding, watering, and cleaning); monitors animal health and observes for overt signs of disease; reports any changes; handles, restrains and transfers animals as directed; performs euthanasia and disposes of remains and / or carcasses as needed.
- Administers medications and performs treatments on animals as directed; assesses active clinical cases and reports findings; collects specimens, such as blood and / or microbiological swabbing, as directed; provide assistance in various procedures and operations.
- Maintains sanitation of both the animal care equipment and the animal facility; removes excreta and debris; uses detergents and disinfectants to clean and sanitize cages, animal rooms and related areas.
- Maintains / verifies proper record keeping (census, breeding records, animal health, surgery and maintenance records, document, sanitation, and equipment maintenance); participates in receiving, storing, and rotating feed, bedding, and other animal husbandry supplies and equipment.
- Demonstrates proper techniques and may provide guidance to less experienced technicians.
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
SKILLS
Required
Working Conditions / Demands
This position requires the ability to move about for long periods of time, perform repetitive movements, and operate equipment, tools, or controls. It also requires the ability to move items weighing up to 40 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential duties with or without an accommodation.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including :
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level : Intermediate
FLSA : Nonexempt
Job Function : Research
Job Family : Animal Research
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Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11 : 59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
