STEPS Animal Care Associate
Requisition Number:TE08248
Department Name:40832:Laboratory Animal Resources
Work Location:Lexington, KY
Salary Range:$15.25/hour
Type of Position:Temporary
Position Time Status :Full-Time
Required Education:High school diploma or GED
Required Related Experience:n/a
Physical Requirements:Must be able to stand for long periods, ability to walk to various locations on campus in a timely manner. Requires heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects over 50 pounds; Able to work in hot, wet areas and wear personal protective clothing; animal handling (including carcasses); exposure to temperature extremes.
Shift:Monday – Friday; 7:00 am – 3:30 pm (40 hours per week)
Job Summary:The Division of Laboratory Animal Research seeks motivated individuals for a Animal Care Associate STEPS position. After 6 months of satisfactory performance and training you may also be eligible for a full-time University of Kentucky staff position or continue as a STEP’s employee. After 12 months you have the potential to become certified as an Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician through AALAS, a membership association of professionals employed around the world in academia, government, and private industry who are dedicated to the humane care and treatment of laboratory animals, as well as the quality research that leads to scientific gains that benefit people and animals.
You will be trained in routine and specialized animal caretaking duties, including:Microsoft office, basic computer skills. Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team is essential. Strong attention to detail. Oral and written communication skills also required.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :No
Preferred Education/Experience:Previous animal care experience
Deadline to Apply:08/24/2024
University Community of Inclusion:The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
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