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EEO Statement Wright State University, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, is committed to an inclusive environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Faculty Rank or Job Title Lab Animal Technician, Assistant (Part-time; 10 hrs/wk) Job Category: Classified (non-exempt) Department Research Affairs-SOM EEO number: 23C225 Position FTE 25% FTE
Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate $13.56/hr Salary Band: CS 13 Job Summary/Basic Function: Under general supervision maintains biosecurity of facility according to standard operation procedures, including operation of sanitization equipment. Under immediate supervision provides care for laboratory animals, performs general health evaluations of research animals, and maintains records.
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED and 1 year (FT) basic animal related work experience, working in an animal or a research setting. Must be able to review, comprehend, and comply with standard operating procedures. Excellent verbal/written communication skills. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and move heavy equipment. Must be able to stand, kneel, bend, reach, or crouch while working. May be required to work on weekends and holidays.
Pre-employment physical exam is required.
Obtaining an Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science ( American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (aalas.org)) within eighteen (18) months of employment is a requirement for continuing employment.
Preferred Qualifications Essential Functions and percent of time: Pre-employment physical exam is required.
Obtaining an Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science ( American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (aalas.org)) within eighteen (18) months of employment is a requirement for continuing employment.
(40%) Maintains sanitation programs for animal cages, racks, watering devices and disposes of waste in accordance with established guidelines. Maintains records of sanitization equipment verification tests, facility cleaning, and sanitization activities and animal husbandry duties as applicable.
(20%) Operates cage washer, tunnel washer, autoclave and other equipment.
(10%) Performs routine cleaning and sanitization of animal rooms, equipment, corridors and support areas according to written standard operating procedures.
(10%) Handles and restrains laboratory animals by using appropriate techniques.
(10%) Observes animal appearance and behavior, and reports subtle changes.
(5%) Receives and stores food, bedding, and other materials in accordance with established guidelines. May transport experimental animals, caging, supplies, and equipment to various sites.
(5%) Provides assistance during special procedures by acting under the direction of others to facilitate research and/or clinical activities.
Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd): Non-Essential Functions and percent of time: Working Conditions (20%) Operates cage washer, tunnel washer, autoclave and other equipment.
(10%) Performs routine cleaning and sanitization of animal rooms, equipment, corridors and support areas according to written standard operating procedures.
(10%) Handles and restrains laboratory animals by using appropriate techniques.
(10%) Observes animal appearance and behavior, and reports subtle changes.
(5%) Receives and stores food, bedding, and other materials in accordance with established guidelines. May transport experimental animals, caging, supplies, and equipment to various sites.
(5%) Provides assistance during special procedures by acting under the direction of others to facilitate research and/or clinical activities.
Wright State University, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, is committed to an inclusive environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities.
There are conditions, equipment and materials present which require proper handling to ensure safety. Requires moderate physical effort to include frequent lifting of up to 40 pounds. Frequent walking, bending, and standing. Exposure to cleaning chemicals and animal allergens is expected. Training and personal protective equipment will be provided. May be required to work on weekends and holidays.
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer to conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. This position may involve work with regulated materials, including controlled substances. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon review of a job-related criminal background check. Information furnished or recovered as a result of any inquiry will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered as part of an overall evaluation of the applicant's qualifications. Some criminal offenses may preclude employment.Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human Resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.
Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Date 07/05/2023 First Consideration Date: 07/18/2023 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes There are conditions, equipment and materials present which require proper handling to ensure safety. Requires moderate physical effort to include frequent lifting of up to 40 pounds. Frequent walking, bending, and standing. Exposure to cleaning chemicals and animal allergens is expected. Training and personal protective equipment will be provided. May be required to work on weekends and holidays.
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer to conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. This position may involve work with regulated materials, including controlled substances. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon review of a job-related criminal background check. Information furnished or recovered as a result of any inquiry will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered as part of an overall evaluation of the applicant's qualifications. Some criminal offenses may preclude employment.Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human Resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.
