Animal Technician II
$48,526–$69,077 year
On-siteSeattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Independently perform daily care for small animal species including mice and rats, evaluating general health and reporting abnormalities. Execute husbandry operations by maintaining housing and changing a minimum of 160 cages daily while mastering procedures in special care areas like quarantine and BSL2. Operate equipment washers, automatic water bottle filling systems, and autoclaves while performing housekeeping duties such as sweeping, mopping, and garbage removal. Communicate effectively with research staff and follow established procedures under close supervision with no responsibility for supervising others. Requires ability to lift 50 lbs, wear personal protective equipment, and work during all center closures except major disasters.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Six months experience as an Animal Technician I or equivalent.
- Good verbal and written English communication skills.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to lift and move 50 lbs on a regular basis and sustained physical activities such as bending, balancing, stooping, reaching, and remain standing for long periods of time.
- Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment including scrubs, gloves, shoe covers, gowns, ear plugs / muffs, face mask, and eye protection.
- Intermediate knowledge of regulatory and safety regulations surrounding biomedical research.
Desired Qualifications
- 2 years' experience in lab animal or related animal or related field.
- Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) Certification.
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