RBL Research Tech
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University of Pittsburgh
Position Information
Date Posted 04/08/2014
Working Title RBL Research Tech
Job Classification Research II
Department Name 39011-DLAR-RBL
Job Type Staff
Position Number 0124434
Hiring Range $20,124.00 - $31,668.00
Position Description
The Division of Laboratory Animal Resources (DLAR) Research Technician II will provide husbandry care to laboratory animals housed in the Regional Bio-containment Laboratory (RBL).
The candidate will clean and sanitize animal housing enclosures, provide food, water, and enrichment, perform basic health observations, and administer some medical treatments and/or unique diets. Facility support duties include laundering clothing, sweeping, mopping, general cleaning, stocking supply areas, and assisting with cage-wash operations. Administrative duties include documenting animal care activities and maintaining inventories of the animal populations. The employee may also have to euthanize animals. Due to the nature of bio-hazard research, the candidate must be capable of adequately performing all duties outlined while wearing respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment required to enter Bio-safety Level 3 facilities.
The candidate must have strong written & verbal communication skills and have knowledge of Microsoft Office. Must be able to travel to and work in other areas of theDLAR, work weekends & holidays, push/pull heavy equipment, and lift 50 pounds.
The candidate must fulfill a confidential medical screening to determine appropriate health status for entering higher level bio-containment facilities. The position requires successful enrollment in the University of Pittsburgh Animal Exposure Surveillance Program, and other medical surveillance/immunization programs as dictated by the active research when applicable. The candidate must successfully complete extensive state and federal criminal background checks and be granted Department of Justice security clearance for work with Select Agents and Toxins, as warranted and required by Federal regulation.
Education Required High School Diploma or GED
Overall Related Experience Level Required Less than 1 year experience
Additional Education and/or Experience Essential to the Position
Required Licenses/Certifications
Assignment Category Regular, Full-Time
Percent Effort 100
Scheduled Work Hours Work Schedule to Vary
If Varied Work Schedule, Please Specify
Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Some weekends and holidays
If Part Time, Actual Standard Weekly Hours
Campus Pittsburgh
University Benefits
The University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for all full-time and part-time regular employees including:
o Education benefits and a retirement plan with employer match
o Group medical insurance, life insurance, and optional vision and dental insurance
o Free transit service within Allegheny County for employees of the Oakland campus (Port Authority Transit)
o Time off benefits including vacation, sick and personal time
For more information regarding the University's benefits package, please
Supplemental Questions
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How did you hear of this position at the University of Pittsburgh?
Career Development Center (CDC)
Chronicle of Higher Education
Commonwealth Workforce Development System (Formerly PA CareerLink)
Currently a University Employee
Pitt Career Services
Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Pittsburgh Technology Council
PittSource Search
Referral (Friend, University Employee, etc.), please specify below
Internet Search
Other: (Please specify below)
Please specify from above (if applicable):
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
ResumeOptional DocumentsEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
University of Pittsburgh
Position Information
Date Posted 04/08/2014
Working Title RBL Research Tech
Job Classification Research II
Department Name 39011-DLAR-RBL
Job Type Staff
Position Number 0124434
Hiring Range $20,124.00 - $31,668.00
Position Description
The Division of Laboratory Animal Resources (DLAR) Research Technician II will provide husbandry care to laboratory animals housed in the Regional Bio-containment Laboratory (RBL).
The candidate will clean and sanitize animal housing enclosures, provide food, water, and enrichment, perform basic health observations, and administer some medical treatments and/or unique diets. Facility support duties include laundering clothing, sweeping, mopping, general cleaning, stocking supply areas, and assisting with cage-wash operations. Administrative duties include documenting animal care activities and maintaining inventories of the animal populations. The employee may also have to euthanize animals. Due to the nature of bio-hazard research, the candidate must be capable of adequately performing all duties outlined while wearing respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment required to enter Bio-safety Level 3 facilities.
The candidate must have strong written & verbal communication skills and have knowledge of Microsoft Office. Must be able to travel to and work in other areas of theDLAR, work weekends & holidays, push/pull heavy equipment, and lift 50 pounds.
The candidate must fulfill a confidential medical screening to determine appropriate health status for entering higher level bio-containment facilities. The position requires successful enrollment in the University of Pittsburgh Animal Exposure Surveillance Program, and other medical surveillance/immunization programs as dictated by the active research when applicable. The candidate must successfully complete extensive state and federal criminal background checks and be granted Department of Justice security clearance for work with Select Agents and Toxins, as warranted and required by Federal regulation.
Education Required High School Diploma or GED
Overall Related Experience Level Required Less than 1 year experience
Additional Education and/or Experience Essential to the Position
Required Licenses/Certifications
Assignment Category Regular, Full-Time
Percent Effort 100
Scheduled Work Hours Work Schedule to Vary
If Varied Work Schedule, Please Specify
Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Some weekends and holidays
If Part Time, Actual Standard Weekly Hours
Campus Pittsburgh
University Benefits
The University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for all full-time and part-time regular employees including:
o Education benefits and a retirement plan with employer match
o Group medical insurance, life insurance, and optional vision and dental insurance
o Free transit service within Allegheny County for employees of the Oakland campus (Port Authority Transit)
o Time off benefits including vacation, sick and personal time
For more information regarding the University's benefits package, please
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ).
How did you hear of this position at the University of Pittsburgh?
Career Development Center (CDC)
Chronicle of Higher Education
Commonwealth Workforce Development System (Formerly PA CareerLink)
Currently a University Employee
Pitt Career Services
Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Pittsburgh Technology Council
PittSource Search
Referral (Friend, University Employee, etc.), please specify below
Internet Search
Other: (Please specify below)
Please specify from above (if applicable):
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
ResumeOptional DocumentsEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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