Role OverviewThe Division of Laboratory Animal Resources (DLAR) Animal Care Technician I will provide husbandry and care of laboratory animals with a commitment to animal welfare and well-being.
What You Will Do
Provide food, water and enrichment, perform cage changes, complete daily health observations, administer basic medical treatments, and maintain logs documenting animal care activities.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The successful candidate must consistently demonstrate positive interpersonal and customer service skills, be proficient with technology, and be available to work weekends and holidays.
Requirements
- High school degree
- Ability to read, understand, and follow DLAR and other institutional guidance documents
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Sufficient fine motor skill to manipulate animals and equipment
- Sufficient visual acuity to observe animal behavior
- Sufficient audible acuity to hear equipment alarms
- Ability to wear facility specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Ability to work directly with live or dead animals
- Ability to accurately and legibly document written information in English
- Ability to effectively communicate in English, including the use of email
Benefits
- Pay rate of $18.63/hour
- Vaccinations and TB testing may be required
- Child Protection Clearances may be required for candidates working in the Rangos Research Building at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh
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