ANIMAL TECHNICIAN 1 - ARIZONA - University of Washington

Req #: 190091 Department: THE WASHINGTON NATIONAL PRIMATE CENTER Job Location Detail: Arizona Posting Date: 02/15/2023 Closing Info: Open Continuous Salary: $3468.00 - $3468.00 per month Shift: First Shift Notes: **As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs.For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-classified-staff-20210208.pdf)** **This position is being re-posted. If you have already submitted your application, you do not need to submit it again, as it has been received.** **This posting will be used to recruit for multiple Animal Tech 1 positions located in Arizona.** As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. **The Washington National Primate Center has an outstanding full time opportunity for an Animal Technician 1 based in ARIZONA.** The primary purpose of this position is to provide the appropriate environment to support outstanding biomedical research directed towards significant human health issues and nonhuman primate health and biology. In conjunction with our Mission Statement, these values link this position to our purpose as a Center: + Commitment to Research + Teamwork + Accountability - Productivity + CommunicationThis position works under the direct supervision the Animal Technician Supervisor at the Arizona Breeding Colony (ABC) of the Washington National Primate Research Center (WaNPRC) **RESPONSIBILITIES:** - Perform animal care duties; provide custodial care for animals and animal facilities- Feed and water animals in accordance with prescribed diets and instructions- Transfer animals from soiled to clean enclosures making sure to maintain individual animal identity; prepare animal quarters in accordance with specified procedures- Transfer animals from outdoor enclosures to indoor enclosures- Clean and/or sterilize cages, pans, runs and surrounding premises including walls, floors, windows, food preparation rooms and cage washing areas according to specified procedures, Clean outdoor enclosures in accordance with specified procedures.- Observe animals for obvious abnormalities and report observations- Maintain records related to feeding, care and animal identification- May lift heavy animals, cages, supplies and/or equipment- Maintain equipment and premises in accordance with specified standards; ensure that temperature, water pressure, humidity and lighting remain within acceptable ranges; read and record data; report deviationsThe Office of Research and the Primate Center shares President Cauce's commitment to combat inequities and racism. The values of diversity, equity and inclusion are integral to the success of our research enterprise and are embedded in the culture of who we are as institution and employer.We will honor different and unique identities and nurture an accessible, welcoming and respectful environment for all staff, and students and faculty in the Office of Research Primate Center and for all members of the UW research community. We will regularly review our services and systems and adapt them to reflect the evolving environments and work styles of our employees and those we serve.We are ALL responsible for confronting bias and inequities, both individual and institutional, that persist here and throughout our society. Our call is to remove barriers and promote access, opportunity, and justice for all. We all must commit to this ongoing work.Recognizing and valuing diversity will make the Office of Research Primate Center and the University stronger, and enrich the stellar research carried out at the UW. **REQUIREMENTS** + Physical ability to do required work; ability to read and write English.Additional Requirements: + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. + Must be willing to work in personal protective equipment, which may include face shields, face masks, gloves, lab clothing, booties. **CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:** Employment is contingent upon successful completion of health assessment at the contracted Occupational Health Clinic. The health assessment may include but is not limited to tuberculosis clearance, measles clearance, immunizations, such as tetanus, physical exam and/or review of work health history, x-rays, and/or assessment to wear positive or negative respiratory protective equipment. These health assessments will be repeated periodically during work assignment. May be required to work with and take specific precautions, against and/or be immunized against potentially infectious agents. Specific precautions may include wearing respirators and/or protective clothing. Employee is personally responsible for following health & safety and security policies/procedures.Punctuality and a regular pattern of attendance are essential functions of the position. + Adhere to the WaNPRC Environmental Enhancement Plan requirements for NHPs. + Participate in the Behavioral Management and Positive Reinforcement Primate Training Programs. + Develop a working knowledge of classical and operant conditioning principles and how they apply to handling primates in a research environment, with positive reinforcement as the expectation. + Develop a working knowledge of non-human primate behavior. + Provide daily enrichment for the animals, including but not limited to food, foraging, manipulable and sensory enrichment. + Support the socialization of the animals by staging appropriate?housing for social pairs or groups.Application Process:The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. **Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.** University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.