"Barcode Associate"

The Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine (ULAM) is hiring an Inventory Control Clerk - Associate who will report to the ULAM Inventory Control Supervisor and join an exceptional team of barcode professionals who support the U-M research community (faculty, residents, staff, trainees, and customers) in achieving the highest animal welfare standards in the pursuit of impactful science to benefit both human and animal health. ULAM is a service-oriented unit and our employees are passionate about what they do.

This entry-level position offers an opportunity to promote your skills in information gathering, data entry, and problem-solving. The position requires autonomy and time-management skills, as well as great attention to detail. Expectations include good attendance, dependability, teamwork, and accountability. Interpersonal and team communication skills are required, with a customer service focus. The position offers a balance of physical work that includes standing, reaching and bending for a few hours at a time and data-entry at the computer. A comfort level and ability to work around animals is necessary as work will occur in animal facilities. Travel between buildings is expected.

The position duties are as follows:

• Database entry and reconciliation - 75%: Maintains consistent and accurate census records for animal inventories (activating, deactivating, and appropriate updates). Processes transfers in the database system and protocols in the field. Creates and distributes breeding sheets by request in a timely fashion. Follows appropriate guidelines for breeding colony cages and biohazard transfers. Reconciles data gathered with information existing in the database in a timely manner.
• Scanning and Census - 25%: Provides cage scanning and information gathering in assigned areas on a biweekly schedule. Files and digitizes barcode documentation records. Applies appropriate skill level in problem solving to respond to questions within assigned functional areas. Performs other duties as assigned by Inventory Control Supervisor. Communicates with direct supervisor any changes or concerns. Works under minimal supervision.

High School Diploma required or College Degree desired. 0-2 years of experience in a similar position. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication, organization, and customer-support skills with a dependable attendance record. Attention to detail and ability to self-manage scheduled work tasks. Under UFSA, incumbents in this position meet the criteria for non-exempt status. The work schedule is hybrid and is Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.