Job Summary
The Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine (ULAM) provides guidance and services to researchers using animals at the University of Michigan. ULAM is seeking individuals to join our team who are committed to the compassionate care of animals. Successful candidates will be motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, and appreciate working in a team environment collaborating in the pursuit of knowledge at one of the world’s leading research universities.
Mission Statement
The mission of Michigan Medicine is to improve the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. With annual revenues of over $3 billion, Michigan Medicine ranks as one of the top academic health centers in the country, and is committed to providing exceptional patient care, facilitating groundbreaking research and developing the next generation of physicians and scientists. Michigan Medicine consists of the Hospitals, Health Centers and Clinics, the University of Michigan Medical School and its Medical Group, and the Michigan Health Corporation
Responsibilities*
Provide for the daily care and handling of laboratory animals, mainly rodents. Specifically, the position involves the management of rodent breeding colonies for Primary Investigators, which includes record keeping, ear tagging/tailing, setting up/retiring breeding cages, e-mail correspondence with PI/lab personnel and other specialized lab requests. Identify clinical and behavioral signs of illness in animals and report accordingly. Understand and follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Quality Assurance Standards. Assist animal care supervisor with administrative and other tasks that will require additional training and a high skill level.
Required Qualifications*
High School diploma and at least 3 years of paid animal experience (with 1 year in a laboratory animal setting), or an equivalent combination of certification, education and experience providing animal care
Certification of American Association for Laboratory Animal Science - Certified Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT)
Certification of American Association for Laboratory Animal Science - Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) within 6 months of being eligible
Must be able to function positively both independently and in a team setting. Must be able to communicate and work effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
Must be able to work between a level of 8" above the floor and up to 7" above the floor. Requires pushing and pulling of equipment weighing up to 1,000 pounds and performing repetitive motions over extended periods of time. Requires considerable use of arms, legs and activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and the handling of materials which may weigh as much as 50 pounds.
Desired Qualifications*
? Advanced knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in animal care and laboratory activities
? Advanced knowledge of animal research and breeding procedures and practices
? Some knowledge of the principles of medical asepsis
? Experience working with rodents or providing daily care to laboratory animals is highly desirable
? Skills that demonstrate the ability to communicate in a professional, positive, and helpful manner with coworkers, management and research community
? Associate or Bachelor's degree
Work Schedule
Full time/40 hrs. weekly/Day shift/M-F/Some weekends and Holidays
Work Locations
May vary between buildings on North, Medical and Central Campuses.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.