Animal Caretaker - Arts & Sciences - Washington University : Job Details

Scheduled Hours37.5Position SummaryPosition provides environmental and nutritional care for research animals housed at the Danforth Campus in accordance with the regulations and guidelines of the Animal Welfare Act, the Public Health Service, and University policies to assure a quality animal care program that supports the research and teaching at Washington UniversityJob DescriptionPrimary Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitors and documents daily animal health and welfare while performing animal husbandry duties. Animal husbandry duties to include: daily animal health checks, daily water bottle and cage checks; provision of appropriate food and water; cage changing and/or cage cleaning as required; recording animal health concerns per SOP and/or specified protocols.
• Washes and cleans/sterilizes cages, pens and equipment.
• Prepares washing and disinfecting solutions and performs general housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Receives and processes newly arrived animals, administers routine medications and special diets as instructed.
• Receives and stores material and supplies.
• Participates in training, continuing education, AALAS certification and Occupational Health programs.

Working ConditionsJob Location/Working Conditions

• Alternative work schedules.
• Requires protective devices.
• Exposure to animals.

Physical Effort

• Typically standing or walking.
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping.
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.
• Occasional lifting (25 - 50 lbs).
• Frequently lifting 25 lbs or more.

Equipment

• Office equipment.
• Lab/research equipment.
• Heavy equipment (buffers, mowers, forklift, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or coursework in Biology field.
• Animal care experience with lab animals.
• AALAS certification.
• Basic computer skills, ability to work effectively with minimum supervision, set and execute priorities.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent high school certification.
• One year of work-related animal care experience.

GradeR03-HSalary Range$16.27 - $20.83 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.QuestionsFor frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.AccommodationIf you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-###-#### and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.Pre-Employment ScreeningAll external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits StatementPersonal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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