Laboratory Animal Tech I Position Available In Grafton, New Hampshire

1,793 of 10,000 Salary Confidential
Position range in Grafton County $34k

• $49k Per Year Laboratory Animal Tech I
  Trustees of Dartmouth College

Occupation:

Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

Location:

Hanover, NH

• 03755
  Positions available: 1
  Job #: 509994

Source:

NHWorks Job Match

Posted:

2/10/2025

Updated:

2/12/2025

Expires:

5/11/2025

Web Site:

NHWorks Job Match
Onsite /

Remote:

Not Specified

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Agency Job ID:

82421248 Job Requirements and Properties Job Requirements and Properties HS Job Description Help for Job Description. Job Description Help for Job Description. Position Information Posting date
08/27/2024 Closing date Open Until Filled
Yes Position Number
0118401 Position Title
Laboratory Animal Tech I Department this Position Reports to
Center for Comparative Medicine and Research Hiring Range Minimum
$18.00 Hiring Range Maximum
$20.00 Union Type
Not a Union Position SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position FLSA Status
Non-Exempt Employment Category
Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per Year
12 Scheduled Hours per Week
40 Schedule Location of Position
Lebanon, NH
Hanover, NH Remote Work Eligibility?
Onsite only Is this a term position?
No If yes, length of term in months. Is this a grant funded position?
No Position Purpose
The Laboratory Animal Technicians in the Center for Comparative Medicine and Research (CCMR) provide specific care to laboratory animals in a safe and sanitary manner in accordance with clearly defined direction and established federal, state, and local regulations, guidelines and policies on the use of laboratory animals in the conduct of biomedical research and to provide support for the research investigations.

Note:

This is a developmental position, involving intensive training and increased responsibility as the individual becomes proficient in the work. Upon completion of the training and when management determines full performance has been met, the incumbent may be promoted not-competitively to the next level. Description Required Qualifications

• Education and Yrs Exp
  High School or equivalency Required Qualifications
• Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
• No previous experience required.
• Must have the capacity to safely and efficiently lift and transport equipment or feed packages of up to 50 lbs.
• Strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment efficiently.
• Ability to work weekend and holiday schedules.
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

Preferred Qualifications Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Kirk Maurer Department Contact Phone Number
Kirk.

J.Maurer@dartmouth.edu Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
P. Jack Hoopes, Director Department Contact’s Phone Number Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged. Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.

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https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/75478 Key Accountabilities Description
Animal Care

• Handles and cares for animals on a daily basis; observes and maintains an awareness of the physical needs of the animals and of their condition; reports changes in animal condition to the veterinary staff; communicates with the principal investigators and their technical staff concerning the status of their research animals; achieves competence in caring for and handling the variety of animal species housed in the Animal Resource Center.

May administer medications under the direction of a veterinarian; may euthanizes animals as needed. Percentage Of Time
40% Description
Facility/Habitat Maintenance

• Cleans cages, utilizing washers other mechanical equipment; prepares caging and equipment for animal care; maintains the sanitary condition of the animals and their environment; decontaminates areas as needed; prepares chemicals as needed including mixing appropriate dilutions for different situations; performs light maintenance of the facilities such as replacement of bulbs, preventative maintenance of washers; emptying waste baskets and floor cleaning; maintains equipment maintenance logs.

Percentage Of Time
40% Description
Environmental Control

• Observes and records the condition of an animal’s environment, including temperature, air exchange, and light cycle; applies an understanding of the problem(s) created in an animal population by lack of any or all of the environmental factors. Percentage Of Time
  15% Description
  Administrative
• Maintains proper medical records and inventory records on individual animals; maintains necessary documentation such as departmental time logs, animal husbandry logs, clinical incident forms, and room supply inventory need sheets; receives and properly stores feed and bedding, assuring appropriate rotation and inventory of feed and bedding; participates in in-house training programs.

Percentage Of Time
5%

• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Performs other duties as assigned Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of underrepresented groups are encouraged.