Breeding Colony Technician - Bioresources - 40 hrs/wk - Days - Detroit
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under supervision, assists the Supervisor - Bioresources and Leader - Bioresources in providing skilled husbandry and associated animal care services to laboratory animals used in research. Under supervision, acts as a resource for scientific and organizational matters related to the breeding of rodents. Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of routine tasks incident to the care, feeding, and maintenance of various breeding colonies.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Associates Degree or higher in related field with two to four (2-4) years of related animal experience.
- OR High School Diploma or G.E.D. with five to seven (5-7) years of related animal experience.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
- AALAS LAT certification required within six (6) months of eligibility.
- Possession and maintenance of a valid Michigan vehicle operator's license and satisfactory driving records.
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Partnering with nearly 2 million people on their health journey, Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services at 250 care locations throughout southeast and south central Michigan. With 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford is also among Michigan’s largest and most diverse employers. Our superior care and discoveries are powered by nearly 6,000 physicians, researchers and advanced practice providers. Learn more at henryford.com.
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