Vivarium Technician
Missouri State University
Posting Details Position Information Position Title Vivarium Technician Work Location Springfield Campus Department Office of Research Administration HR Home Department 070100 VP COMMUNITY AND GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS Pay Grade 21 Proposed Salary $15.00-$19.03 Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants. Appointment Type Full Time Regular Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt General Function The Vivarium Technician follows established practices and procedures to provide routine animal care and husbandry and assists research staff in performing technical work related to the care and use of research animals. The Vivarium Technician maintains the support spaces of the vivaria. Description of Primary Duties The Vivarium Technician follows established practices and procedures to provide routine animal care and husbandry and assists research staff in performing technical work related to the care and use of research animals. The Vivarium Technician maintains the support spaces of the vivaria.1. Provide care and husbandry to animals that are conventionally housed as well as those maintained in specialized housing, such as isolators, carriers, etc.
2. Receive animals from suppliers, identify animals as instructed, and issue selected animal species to researchers.
3. Prepare special diets in accordance with the principal investigators’ protocols and administer these diets to the appropriate animals.
4. Assist with conditioning and breeding programs.
5. Administer treatments or medications according to the veterinarian’s orders.
6. Acclimatize animals for placement in experimental studies.
7. Assist in general record keeping as well as specialized monitoring and surveillance programs.
8. Feed and water animals as outlined by standard operating procedures or supervisor’s instructions.
9. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of animal cages, rooms, halls, etc., and support spaces of the vivaria.
10. Operate cage washing equipment and other types of cleaning and sanitizing equipment.
11. Observe and report changes in the health status or condition of animals.
12. Assist research staff and co-workers in performing technical procedures.
13. Euthanize animals in accordance with standardized procedures.
14. Dispose of dead animals as outlined by standard operating procedures.
15. May collect blood samples and feces, urine, or other types of specimens from animals.
16. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
17. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Minimum Acceptable Qualifications Education: A high school diploma or the equivalent is required.
Experience: At least one year of experience working with animals is required.
Skills: General ability to work with animals is required. The ability to learn to recognize and treat animal health problems is required. The ability to communicate clearly and effectively is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Other: The ability to lift and carry up to fifty pounds of materials is required. Positions associated with this position classification are located in facilities requiring the position to be designated “sensitive” as defined by University policy. Positions associated with this position classification may include job duties, responsibilities, or activities that are subject to export control regulations. This position works weekends and holiday breaks as assigned and responds to after-hour emergencies as required. A reliable mode of transportation is required. Online compliance training, enrollment in the Occupational Health and Safety Program, and applicable immunizations are required. Additional Qualifications Link to Job Description https://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/9301-vivarium-technician.htm Open Date 05/31/2024 Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) Special Instructions to Applicants A medical assessment and enrollment in the Occupational Health and Safety Program including applicable immunizations from Magers Health and Wellness is required. EO/AA and Diversity Statement Non Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@missouristate.edu, 417-836-8506, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Park Central Office Building, Suite 111, Springfield, Missouri 65897, equity@missouristate.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)
Background Check Statement
2. Receive animals from suppliers, identify animals as instructed, and issue selected animal species to researchers.
3. Prepare special diets in accordance with the principal investigators’ protocols and administer these diets to the appropriate animals.
4. Assist with conditioning and breeding programs.
5. Administer treatments or medications according to the veterinarian’s orders.
6. Acclimatize animals for placement in experimental studies.
7. Assist in general record keeping as well as specialized monitoring and surveillance programs.
8. Feed and water animals as outlined by standard operating procedures or supervisor’s instructions.
9. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of animal cages, rooms, halls, etc., and support spaces of the vivaria.
10. Operate cage washing equipment and other types of cleaning and sanitizing equipment.
11. Observe and report changes in the health status or condition of animals.
12. Assist research staff and co-workers in performing technical procedures.
13. Euthanize animals in accordance with standardized procedures.
14. Dispose of dead animals as outlined by standard operating procedures.
15. May collect blood samples and feces, urine, or other types of specimens from animals.
16. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
17. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Minimum Acceptable Qualifications Education: A high school diploma or the equivalent is required.
Experience: At least one year of experience working with animals is required.
Skills: General ability to work with animals is required. The ability to learn to recognize and treat animal health problems is required. The ability to communicate clearly and effectively is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Other: The ability to lift and carry up to fifty pounds of materials is required. Positions associated with this position classification are located in facilities requiring the position to be designated “sensitive” as defined by University policy. Positions associated with this position classification may include job duties, responsibilities, or activities that are subject to export control regulations. This position works weekends and holiday breaks as assigned and responds to after-hour emergencies as required. A reliable mode of transportation is required. Online compliance training, enrollment in the Occupational Health and Safety Program, and applicable immunizations are required. Additional Qualifications Link to Job Description https://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/9301-vivarium-technician.htm Open Date 05/31/2024 Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) Special Instructions to Applicants A medical assessment and enrollment in the Occupational Health and Safety Program including applicable immunizations from Magers Health and Wellness is required. EO/AA and Diversity Statement Non Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@missouristate.edu, 417-836-8506, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Park Central Office Building, Suite 111, Springfield, Missouri 65897, equity@missouristate.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)
Background Check Statement
Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.
Posting Detail Posting Number 20240123FTS Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/74973 Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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* Do you have a High School Diploma or Equivalent? Yes No * How many years of experience do you have working with animals in a professional setting?(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your general experience working with animals.(Open Ended Question)
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