What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pooled Position Limited Tempor - Vivarium Laboratory Aid in the School of Pharmacy position at UW Candidate Experience?
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JOB TITLE:
Vivarium Laboratory Aid I in the School of Pharmacy
JOB PURPOSE:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Change and clean mice and rat cages;
- Operate cage washer to wash dirty cages;
- Feed and water rodents;
- Wash and fill water bottles;
- Feed zebrafish and test water levels;
- Routine functional checks and cleaning for the animal facility (check temperatures and ventilation, sweep/mop, etc.);
- Miscellaneous related tasks.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
- Be able to keep a consistent working schedule every semester. The working schedule can be adjusted to your class schedule at the beginning of every semester.
- Be able to work during the summer and winter holiday season. Pre-arranged shift coverage with colleagues is available.
- At least one-year commitment to work.
COMPETENCIES:
Attention to Detail
Consistency
Analysis/Problem Identification
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Ability to work on your feet for extended periods of time (up to three hours)
Effectively and safely perform the essential duties of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. Understanding that, this position requires physically handling rodents, working in close proximity to their waste and cages, working around significant amounts of sawdust and other allergens, and other miscellaneous tasks.
- Candidates with allergies and severe sensitivities may have a difficult time with these conditions. Please review all requirements of the position
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working with rodents and fish
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/
