Lab Animal Aide - LAA - 500467

University of Toledo•Toledo, OH

2d•$15•Onsite

About The Position

Provides daily husbandry of laboratory animals to include observations of animals, handling and restraint, feeding and watering, changing cages/racks, and sanitizing animal areas and equipment. Maintains the facility in compliance with regulations and accrediting bodies. Provides a supportive role in the oversight of research activities to ensure compliance with approved protocols and regulations.

Requirements

High school or equivalent certification required
No health or physical conditions that would prevent working with animals in a research setting
Demonstrates strong attention to detail and a consistent commitment to high-quality work.
Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues, supervisors, and the research community.
Capable of routinely lifting up to 50 lbs. and performing physically demanding work.
Able to understand, interpret, and follow written and verbal instructions.
Effectively manages fluctuating workloads and prioritizes tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Comfortable working in an environment that requires the routine use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Completes assigned tasks efficiently and proactively supports regulatory compliance and facility needs.
Available to work weekends and holidays as scheduled and maintains reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

ALAT certification
6 months of relevant work experience
Knowledge of laboratory animal care, safety and sanitation practices

Responsibilities

Monitors daily animal health and welfare while performing health observations and animal husbandry duties to maintain the quality and health of research animals
Performs daily health checks, provides appropriate food and water, completes cage changing as assigned, and provides clinical care as directed.
Maintains all records associated with duties and reports any abnormalities or irregularities.
Cleans, sanitizes, disinfects, and/or sterilizes animal facility, equipment and department space and manages waste according to established procedures.
Performs routine maintenance and minor mechanical adjustments to mobile caging, racks, tables, and automatic watering equipment.
Operates and utilizes equipment necessary for husbandry operations, including cage washers and autoclaves, and promptly reports equipment malfunctions or concerns.
Practices safety, environmental, and infection control methods and observes rules of animal disease control.
Receives, verifies, and documents animal and supply shipments against purchase orders, bills of lading, and related paperwork.
May guide the work of new departmental or research staff, volunteers and/or student employees.
Performs other duties as assigned