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Laboratory Animal Tech II
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Job no: 500275
Work type: Staff - Full-Time
Location: Health Science Campus College Toledo, OH
Categories: Healthcare Positions, Full-Time, AFSCME
Title: Laboratory Animal Tech II
Department Org: Dept of Lab Animal Resources - 107960
Employee Classification: B1
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME HSC
Primary Location: HSC H
Shift: 1
Start Time: 7:15 AM End Time: 3:45 PM
Posted Salary: $18.63
Float: False
Rotate: False
On Call: False
Travel: False
Weekend/Holiday: True
Job Description:
This position is directly responsible for providing husbandry care for the animals in compliance with regulations and accrediting bodies . This includes observations of animals, handling and restraint, feeding and watering, changing cages/racks, and sanitizing animal areas and equipment. Functions as an operational lead and assists with more advanced husbandry duties under minimal supervision. Maintains the facility in compliance with regulations and accrediting bodies. Provides direct oversight of research activities to ensure compliance with approved protocols and regulations with minimal supervision. Weekend and holiday shifts are required on a rotational basis.
Minimum Qualifications:
• High school or equivalent certification required
• LAT certification required. If not LAT certified, must obtain certification within specified timeframe.
• Knowledge of laboratory animal care, safety and sanitation practices required
• No health or physical conditions that would prevent working with animals in a research setting
Preferred Qualifications:
• Veterinary Technology/Science degree preferred
• 3 years of relevant work experience preferred
Conditions of Employment:
To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.
The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.
The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.
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