Laboratory Animal Sciences Technician II

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years of relevant post high school education (college, university or technical school) in a science curriculum or 1-5 years of equivalent work experience in a research, commercial or hospital laboratory
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Preferred computer proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Internet Explorer, Outlook and the ability to learn department-specific computer systems as needed

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a wet laboratory environment
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, performing lab- and desk-based computer tasks, performing laboratory techniques requiring grasping/pipetting/hand dexterity, performing repetitive motions, occasionally lifting objects that weigh up to 50 pounds
• Wear personal protective equipment which may include a respirator
• May work in close proximity to an environment containing research animals and may be required to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious agents are present which may require vaccinations

Preferred/Additional Qualifications

• ALAT and LAT certification preferred
• Incumbent encouraged to sit for ALAT and/or LAT within 12 months as a level 2 technician
• LAT and/or LATG within the first 24 months encouraged

Pay

Salary is commensurate with experience + $500 sign-on bonus.