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 Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group
• Department:Bioresources Dep
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• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable