Laboratory Animal Technician

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

JOB SUMMARY :

Under immediate supervision, provides primary care of routine husbandry and sanitation for medical education and research animals; assists with or performs technical procedures to maintain lab animal health, departmental facility accreditation, and research integrity.

The animal population this role primarily cares for is zebrafish.

This position is being funded by a grant and / or designated source and therefore continuation in the position is contingent upon funding availability.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provides diligent and responsible animal care; feeds and waters animals; changes and cleans cages; sanitizes equipment and facilities.
• Records and / or reports animal abnormalities including altered eating, drinking, waste elimination, altered behavior, superficial lesions, and / or death.
• Assists with technical procedures including record keeping, animal identification, tattooing, breeding, sexing, collecting specimens, preparing diets, and euthanasia.
• Records and / or reports environmental abnormalities.
• Provides routine physical maintenance of assigned areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Assists with select molecular biology experiments as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

Animal handling and general knowledge of species-specific behavior

Time management skills

Interpersonal / human relations skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to collaborate

Team player

Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds)

Ability to operate automated watering systems, cagewasher and autoclaves

Ability and willingness to wear protective clothing or equipment as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

High school diploma or equivalent and Associates degree; supplemented with one (1) year of related experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification preferred.

Veterinary technician certification (e.g. AHT, CVT, RVT).

Bachelor's degree in biology or neuroscience or a related field.

Work Schedule Expectations : 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and select weekends and holidays as needed

Saint Louis University offers a robust benefits package, such as tuition remission benefits for full-time employees and their dependents, comprehensive health coverage, generous retirement plans, and paid time off. Additionally, employees enjoy an inclusive community, wellness programs, and various discounts, all reflecting the university's commitment to their well-being and success.

Function

Lab Support

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military / veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and / or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.