"Animal Husbandry Technician - Neuroscience Institute"

Animal Husbandry Technician - Neuroscience Institute

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that challenges the curious and hardworking to deliver work that matters. Our extraordinary institution has distinctive areas of excellence and a culture marked by ambition and a deep, practical engagement with challenges facing society. We continue to produce versatile alumni and draw faculty and staff eager to be a part of the university's creative, dedicated and close-knit community. We place emphasis on practical problem solving, interdisciplinary learning, a transformative spirit, and collaboration.

The Neuroscience Institute at Carnegie Mellon University was launched to bring together faculty and staff from across the University to conduct multi-disciplinary work to advance the state of brain science.

We are seeking a full-time Animal Husbandry Technician to work in the laboratory. This position will aid in and administer veterinary medical procedures, collection of biological samples, administration of medications, and maintain accurate records, as well as provide husbandry and care of laboratory animals. The position requires a dedication to animal welfare and well-being, while helping with the day-to-day operations in the lab, working with coordination between the researchers, facility staff, and veterinarian.

Core Responsibilities:

• Psychological enrichment of animals.
• Administering medications and treatments to animals.
• Assist in performing veterinary technical procedures under the direction of a veterinarian.
• Provide support for the daily operations of the animal facility, including animal husbandry and cleaning and sanitizing caging and housing.
• Cleaning and disinfecting areas within the facility according to standard operating procedures and regulations.
• Using and monitoring sanitation equipment such as cage washer and autoclave.
• Assisting researchers and the veterinarian as needed.
• Maintaining facility equipment and reporting problems.
• Daily monitoring and documentation of animals' health and environmental conditions.

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within CMU. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

You should demonstrate:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving and reasoning skills
• Oral and written communication skills

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma/GED required, Associate's degree in Animal Science or similar field is preferred.
• At least one year of relevant work experience in the domain of animal health
• Working knowledge of animal husbandry practices and procedures for common laboratory animals.
• Ability to load and unload caging and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work directly with laboratory animals and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the species, animal housing conditions, and work area.
• A combination of education and significant experience from which knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements:

• Successful background check