Job description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Position Number:
04321014
Title:
Laboratory Animal Technician Assistant
Functional Title:
Laboratory Animal Technician Assistant
Category Status:
31-Nonexempt,Contingent 1
Applicant Search Category:
Staff
University Authorized FTE:
Unit:
SVPAAP-Institute for Bioscience & Biotechnology Research
Hiring Range Minimum:
Hiring Range Maximum:
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Vaccine Protocol
The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
A Laboratory Animal Technician Assistant position (20hrs/week) is available at the University of Maryland Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research, Insect Transformation Facility to assist with the care and maintenance of laboratory mice colonies. Duties will include ensuring appropriate care and feeding of mice, cleaning and changing cages, cleaning and upkeep of animal facility, animal facility documentation and communication, maintaining proper temperature, light, and humidity levels, performing routine research related activities such as collecting, measuring and analyzing specimens, transporting and weighing animals, assisting with experimental procedures, coordinating animal care activities with other staff and the University Veterinarian.
The University of Maryland Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research at Shady Grove conducts research and provides interdisciplinary training in molecular genetics of plant, animal and microbial systems, biomolecular structure and function, biomolecular systems and biometrology, and develops new technologies for measurement, analysis, and design.
This position is located at the IBBR Facility in Shady Grove (Rockville, MD).
The University of Maryland Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research at Shady Grove conducts research and provides interdisciplinary training in molecular genetics of plant, animal and microbial systems, biomolecular structure and function, biomolecular systems and biometrology, and develops new technologies for measurement, analysis, and design.
This position is located at the IBBR Facility in Shady Grove (Rockville, MD).
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
High School Diploma or GED.
High School Diploma or GED.
Experience:
Six months in a laboratory animal facility supporting a research project similar to the type being recruited for.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of husbandry practices as routinely required in a laboratory animal environment.
- Ability to operate standard laboratory animal equipment including scales, autoclaves, pressure washers, cage washers, steam cleaners, etc.; to lift 50lb bags of feed and bedding; to follow standard operating procedures; to move heavy stainless steelracks, clean cages, etc.; to wear and work in personal protective equipment; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
Applicants will be required to complete an occupational health survey and cleared by the University of Maryland Health Center for work with animals.
Preferences:
Comfortable working with and handling small animals.
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
This position is located at the
IBBR
Facility in Shady Grove (Rockville, MD).
Posting Date:
10/14/2022
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Yes
Best Consideration Date
06/09/2023
Physical Demands
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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