Laboratory Animal Care Specialist

4 weeks ago


San Diego, California, United States Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute Full time
Job Summary

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Animal Care Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the care and maintenance of laboratory research mice in our vivarium. This is a part-time position, working weekends and occasional weekdays, with a regular schedule of 16-24 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

Cage Room Duties: Refill water bottles, remove and dispose of soiled bedding, organize cleaned caging and accessories, add nesting material to bedding filled cages, and perform other cleaning duties in vivarium support areas.
Husbandry Duties: Perform animal health checks, report findings to the Laboratory Animal Technician and research contact, complete animal status forms, check cages for adequate food and water levels, and maintain animal room activity logs and husbandry records.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Ability to pass a post-employment physical as required by OLAW.
Ability to work in an environment with animal dander and dust particles.
Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate of $20-22 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment with a diverse team of scientists and staff.
Professional development and training opportunities.

About Us

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute is a leading independent biomedical research institute dedicated to discovering the causes of disease and developing new approaches to their prevention and treatment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome talented individuals from diverse backgrounds to join our team.

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