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Sci Tech (Laboratory Animals)
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Temple University Health System
Philadelphia, PA (In Person)
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This position ensures the humane care and treatment of laboratory animals. The Technician is responsible for daily checks and treatment of animals marked as sick by staff which includes maintaining records of sick animals, treatments ordered by the attending veterinarian, notifications of principal investigators and their staff and monitoring animal room conditions as related to animal health and well-being. The technician is responsible for screening of rodent colonies for murine pathogens which includes collections and processing of samples for microbiology, serology, parasitology and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). The technician will collect tissue samples during necropsies to ascertain cause of disease. The individual will provide technical assistance to research laboratories upon request. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Bachelor's Degree Biological Science Preferred Experience 1 year experience in Biological Sciences Required General Experience working with Filemaker Pro Preferred Licenses Assist Laboratory Animal Tech Preferred