LAB ANIMAL CARE TECH II

Ihre Aufgaben

Performs routine husbandry of laboratory animals to include observation of animals, handling and restraint, feeding and watering, changing cages/racks.

• Prepare animal cages, racks and water bottles as needed.

• Provides exercise and enrichment as required by federal regulations.

• Cleans and/or disinfects animal rooms, facility service areas and equipment.

• Maintains various record-keeping tasks in the department.

• Maintains animal census and collects data for billing.

• Processes newly arrived animals, observes for signs of illness and reports to supervisor/manager.

• Assists research investigators in animal restraint and various handling techniques.

• Checks health status of animals and reports abnormalities to supervisor/manager.

• Transports animals, feed, bedding, etc. to designated areas as required.

• Performs related duties as assigned. Minimum Education and/or Work Experience, Certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) level. Computer Skills N/A Supervisory Responsibilities No Required operation of university owned vehicles No Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? Yes Physical Demands Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Crawling/Kneeling, Repetitive Motions Working Conditions Lighting, Heating, Ventilation, Odors, Noise, Animals, Infectious Diseases, Danger Open Date 05/09/2023 Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants Loyola requires all Health Sciences Campus Faculty and Staff to be vaccinated with the original COVID-19 and Flu vaccines when eligible. An exemption for a qualified medical or religious reason may be submitted for review/approval. Diversity and Inclusion Statement Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others. Quick Link for Posting https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/24839

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). 1.

• Do you have a High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education?

• Yes

• No 2.

• Do you possess at minimum an Associates degree or equivalent training acquired via work experience or education?

• Yes

• No 3.

• Do you have at minimum one to two years of previous job-related experience?

• Yes

• No 4.

• Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago? (Open Ended Question) 5.
• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Public Job Posting

• Internal Job Posting

• Agency Referral

• Advertisement/Publication

• Personal Referral

• Website

• Other

Applicant Documents

Ihr Profil

High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education. Preferred: Associates degree or equivalent training acquired via work experience or education. Required: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience Qualifications

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and established procedures.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency.
• Ability to communicate verbally.
• Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to deal calmly and couteously with people.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations.
• Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks.
• Ability to work as an effective team member.
• Ability to organize work flow.

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