Description
Department Description
The Mouse Biology Program (MBP) is an interdisciplinary group of scientists and staff from the Schools of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine and the College of Biological Sciences, with administrative and intellectual oversight provided by the Center for Comparative Medicine. This interdisciplinary group focuses on expanding knowledge on the biology of the laboratory mice and on the application of genetically-altered mice in biomedical research. The MBP offers coordinated expertise in mouse biology from concept through creation and supports state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, services and mouse vivarium to provide an enriched environment for students, trainees, and investigators utilizing genetically-altered mice in research.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, provide animal husbandry and general housekeeping in the vivarium. Identify and act upon animal health issues, following Standard Operating Procedures. Perform basic operator equipment maintenance and repair. Transport supplies throughout the Mouse Biology Program Facility and campus. Assist other vivarium personnel with laboratory duties. Work in animal housing areas up to Biosafety Level 2.
Position Information
Apply by Date
05/24/2024
Salary Range
$23.15 - $27.25 /hour (budgeted salary: $23.15 – 23.62 /hour)
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
1
Percentage of Time
100%
Shift Hours
Manager will advise
Location
Davis, Ca
Union Representation
TX - Technical
Benefits Eligible
Yes
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Stand for extended periods of time on hard surfaces
- Walk, crouch, kneel, and bend
- Lift items up to 50 pounds independently and over 50 pounds with assistance; and maneuver items weighing up to 50 over 100 pounds with assistance.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Work with and routinely handle live mice in a research setting, including areas up to Biosafety Level 2.
- Must possess a valid California driver's license to drive campus owned vehicles between campus locations.
- Work flexible hours, occasional overtime, and holidays. There is restricted vacation during peak holiday times. This position will require working at least one weekend day as part of the routine work schedule.
- This position requires that the employee must not own any rodent pets in the home, or own any pets that require the feeding of live rodents.
- This position is subject to Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy
- The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education/Experience:
- Experience handling live animals
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):
- Skills to identify and report sick animals
- Skills to perform basic husbandry tasks, including cage changes and facility maintenance, and to maintain biosecurity across multiple housing areas
- Understanding of basic rodent biology and reproduction, including normal physiology and breeding practices
- Skills to work with computerized databases and coordinate & maintain vivarium records
- Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to work effectively on a team and interact by phone, writing, electronic mail email, or in person in a culturally diverse working environment
- Skills to clean, perform basic operator maintenance, and minor repair of motorized equipment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred License/Certification:
- AALAS Certification (ALAT or higher)
Preferred Education/Experience:
- Experience handling live rodents/mice experience strongly preferred.
- Experience working with rodents in a high health status barrier vivarium
- Experience performing basic procedures such as performing identification methods, administration of medication, and/or injections
- Experience with a colony management database system, automated cage card equipment and software
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Background Check
This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
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