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Animal Technician II, Center for Innovation in Brain Science

Tucson, AZ, United States
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req21740
Posted: 1/17/2025
Animal Technician II, Center for Innovation in Brain Science
Posting Number req21740
Department UAHS Brain Science
Department Website Link https://cibs.uahs.arizona.edu/
Location University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights The Center for Innovation in Brain Science (CIBS) is an exciting research nexus at the University of Arizona cultivating collaborations and providing expertise in the area of translational neuroscience. The Faculty in CIBS conduct cutting-edge research primarily related to four specific age-related neurodegenerative disorders – Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.

The center is currently seeking a Animal Technician II to participate in day-to-day operations supporting clinical animal operations. Candidates shall maintain detailed documentation of laboratory procedures and experiments while adhering to all Standard Operating Procedures and safety policies. The selected applicant must be comfortable and efficient in a fast-paced, dynamic, and growing environment.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Perform basic rodent veterinary procedures such as ear punch, ear tag identification, and animal monthly weights.
  • Performs clinical health rounds to observe the physical health and well-being of laboratory animals, documenting abnormalities and reporting to supervisor.
  • Transport animals and perform room, study, sample, or animal census.
  • Ensure that animal-related lab activities are regulation compliant.
  • Perform EchoMRI, clinical blood chemistry, saphenous vein blood draw, fasting blood glucose testing, novel object recognition, open field, gait analyses, and piezoelectric sleep recordings according to departmental standard operating procedures. 
  • Post-process data as necessary and upload data to relevant databases.
  • Maintain databases according to departmental requirements.
  • Assist in coordinating and scheduling room reservations according to proposed research pipelines. 

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to lift/move/transport up to 10 lbs. 
Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working with animals.
FLSA Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Veterinary and Animal Care
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $15.00 - $18.75
Compensation Type hourly rate
Grade 2
Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our and our .

Grade Range Minimum $15
Grade Range Midpoint $18.75
Grade Range Maximum $22.5
Career Stream and Level OC2
Job Family Animal Care
Job Function Veterinary & Animal Care
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Jean-Paul Wiegand | jplw@arizona.edu
Open Date 1/17/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant Please note: If invited to interview, please be prepared to provide three (3) professional references.
Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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