Research Technician - Journey
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · Chapel Hill, NC · 1 wk ago
Information Technology$40k–$50k/yrPart-time
Position Summary
The Laboratory Animal Technician is responsible for the daily care of research animals, including cage cleaning and sanitation, animal observation, handling and restraint, treatments, investigator support/communication, and facility maintenance. This position will work in the Gnotobiotics Core and will perform the following specialized techniques: selecting and setting up breeders, weaning mice, gavage, IP injections, and ear punch. Emergency duties required during adverse weather and/or other emergency situations. Weekend and holiday work required occasionally on a rotating basis.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Management Preferences
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Animal technician training.
- Experience in a laboratory animal setting.
- Working knowledge of breeding, weaning, and record-keeping.
- Certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) at the ALAT level or higher strongly preferred.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
- Ability to move/lift 50 pounds with or without accommodation.
- Requires prolonged and/or repetitive reaching, bending, and twisting.
Position/Schedule Requirements
- Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
- Exposure to Hazardous Materials
- Laboratory
- Overtime occasionally
- Weekend work occasionally