HNRC Animal Lab Technician

University of North Dakota•Grand Forks, ND

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of the Vivarium unit at the Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research Center. The purpose of this position is to provide laboratory animal care to help fulfill the research needs of the Human Nutrition Research Center. Animals must be properly cared for 365 days per year; therefore, this position sometimes requires the individual to work during weekends, holidays, emergencies, and closures. This position is contract funded; continuation is contingent on the ongoing availability of external funding.

Requirements

Ability to prioritize, organize and multi-task while working under time constraints
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Respectfulness, cooperation, and following directions are imperative
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
Must have strong observational skills
Understanding of the need for the use of animals in biomedical research, and empathy and compassion towards research animals
Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
Must be able and willing to follow complex written protocols
Ability to work weekends and holidays as required
High School Diploma or GED
United States citizenship required due to USDA funding requirements
Successful completion of a Standard Criminal History Background Check and Federal Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree
Experience in laboratory setting
Experience in a university laboratory setting
Experience handling mice and/or rats

Responsibilities

Provide food and water to laboratory animals following exact instructions for each group of animals
Obtain and record accurate weight measurements of laboratory animals following researchers’ instructions
Work as scheduled on weekends, holidays, and as requested during closures and emergencies to ensure animals receive daily care
Examine every assigned animal daily
Note any health concerns and bring to attention of supervisor
Provide appropriate medical treatments to laboratory animals
Rotate and clean animal cages and feed/water containers
Follow Vivarium schedules for equipment sanitation and facility maintenance
Assist HNRC researchers using the Vivarium with specific project needs as requested.
Keep work areas properly stocked.
General duties & responsibilities