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University of Michigan Animal Technician Senior (Aquatics) in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Animal Technician Senior (Aquatics)
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Job Summary
Responsible for day-to-day operations of both a multiuser, Zebrafish and aquatic frog facility as well as working in other laboratory animal colonies
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Responsibilities*
Provide for the daily care and handling of laboratory animals
Identify clinical and behavioral signs of illness in animals and report accordingly
Understand and follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Quality Assurance Standards
Ability to function independently and also positively in a team setting
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
Assist animal care supervisor with administrative team functions
Ability to handle complex details required to perform specific tasks
Perform tasks in rooms that require additional training and high skill level of animal care and facility knowledge such as maintaining and tracking a breeding colony, maintaining and calibrating equipment used for monitoring room parameters, and assisting to develop sops and procedures for both aquatics and non-aquatic species
Participate in advanced training to ensure comprehension of animal care SOPs
Package and organize tissue samples for shipment to internal or external laboratories
Assist Veterinary Technician staff in routine animal treatments and reports
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
This position requires considerable use of arms and legs and activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and the handling of materials which at times weigh as much as 50 pounds
Must be able to push and pull equipment weighing up to 1,000 pounds
Must be able to work at a level of 8" above the floor and up to 6' to 7' above the floor
Must be able to perform repetitive motions over extended periods of time
Must be able to perform in an environment with exposure to animals, animal dander, animal by-products, and materials used in the housing of animals for prolonged periods of time
Final candidates will be asked to demonstrate their ability to perform certain aspects of the job
Candidates will be asked to provide proof of degrees, licenses, certifications
Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against, and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents
Position is considered critical staff under University Reduced Operations' definition
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications*
High School diploma and at least 2 years of paid aquatic animal experiencepreferablyin a laboratory animal setting, or an equivalent combination of certification, education or experience providing animal care
Certification of American Association for Laboratory Animal Science - Certified Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) within 6 months of being eligible
Desired Qualifications*
Advanced knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in animal care and laboratory activities
Advanced knowledge of animal research and breeding procedures and practices
Some knowledge of the principles of medical asepsis
Experience working with aquatic vertibrates or providing daily care to laboratory animals is highly desirable
Skills that demonstrate the ability to communicate in a professional, positive, and helpful manner with coworkers, management and research community
Associate or Bachelor's degree
Work Schedule
Full time/40 hrs weekly/Day shift/Some weekends and Holidays
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
253911
Working Title
Animal Technician Senior (Aquatics)
Job Title
Animal Technician Senior
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Lab Animal Medicine Unit
Posting Begin/End Date
8/30/2024 - 9/13/2024
Career Interest
Research
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