Animal Technician - Edmonton, Canada - University of Alberta

University of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

MED Health Scence Lab Animal Services:

Competition No.

Posting Date

Nov 22, 2023

Closing Date

Nov 29, 2023

Position Type

Full Time - Operating Funded

Salary Range

$40,193 to $53,485 per year

Grade

Hours

35.00
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: Faculty & Staff Benefits.

Location - North Campus Edmonton.

Working for the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day.

We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers for over a decade.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.

Position

Duties

Monitors the health status of animals assigned and reports any abnormal behaviour or health status to the Clinical Veterinarian and the Operations Supervisor.
Maintains an appropriate and clean environment for all animals assigned
Ensures fresh and adequate supplies of food and water
Assists Principal Investigators in handling and restraint of animals
Keeps accurate daily records on environmental conditions
Weekly scanning of animal housing cards for billing purposes
Performs a variety of procedures as required with a variety of species, including: Breeding/Weaning, Biopsies, Medication treatments and Postop care etc.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum 2 year Animal Health Technology Diploma, NAIT Biological Sciences
Laboratory and Research Diploma or BSc; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
Minimum 1 year of lab animal husbandry and handling or animal related activities (e.g. Veterinary hospital, Pet stores etc.)
Canadian Association for Laboratory Animal Science (CALAS) Registered Laboratory Animal Technician (RLAT) certification or enrolment in CALAS RLAT exam is an asset
Working knowledge of general office equipment and computers including MS Office and/or Google Applications and/or inhouse software, as required
Professional demeanor and positive, well developed interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to lift 50lbs

How to Apply
**We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.