POSITION INFORMATION

Requisition Number
5750

Job Title
Lab Animal Attendant

Department
Laboratory Animal Medicine - 390010

Quick Link
www.unthscjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=61081

Shift
Day

Department Overview
The University of North Texas Health Science Center is committed to the judicious, humane use of animals in research and education. We believe that research involving living animals has played an essential role in the advancement of biological and medical knowledge. UNTHSC's Department of Laboratory Animal Medicine (DLAM) provides professional and technical service for laboratory animal care, veterinary medical services, and animal research project support for faculty, students, and employees of UNTHSC. These services are also provided to the scientific and clinical communities. DLAM is committed to ensuring the highest standards of humane animal care and use that are essential in the pursuit and achievement of scientific excellence.

Position Details
The Laboratory Animal Medicine Department at the University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking to hire a Lab Animal Attendant to join our team. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

* Maintaining the clean or dirty caging area.
* Cleaning, feeding and watering animals.
* Assisting in sanitizing facilities, animal housing and equipment.
* Observing animals and reporting any signs of illness or injury.
* Assisting in handling of animals, disposal of animal carcasses and receiving, storing and stacking animal feed.

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

Required Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess the following required qualifications:

High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

* Previous experience with animals (i.e. vet clinic, zoo, etc.).
* Certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science is preferred or must be completed within 1 year of hire date.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must submit a resume with their online application.

Pay Rate
Salary commensurate with experience

Pay Basis
Monthly

Job Type
Full-Time

Work Schedule
Mon - Fri, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Application Types Accepted
Main Form

Occupational Exposure to HIV/HBV?
No

Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals?
Yes

Occupational Exposure to Tuberculosis?
No

Security Sensitive?
Yes

Require a valid Texas Driver's License?
Yes

Require a certification?
Yes

If required, please list all certifications required for this position.
AALAS certification at the Assistant Lab Animal Technician level must be achieved within 1 year of hire date.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Official Job Title
Lab Animal Attendant

Job Open Date
08-20-2018

Job Close Date
Open Until Filled

Job Category
Research/Laboratory

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