Gnotobiotic Lab Animal Technician

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Gnotobiotic Lab Animal Technician

Department

Department Food Science & Technology-0836

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_240931

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/12/2024

Open Until Filled Yes

The Nebraska Gnotobiotic Mouse Program ( NGMP ) at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking applications for the position of Gnotobiotic Lab Animal Technician
. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about animal care, is attentive to details, and enjoys working on a team. The NGMP provides critical support to researchers, including the laboratory of Dr. Amanda Ramer-Tait , who are studying how the gut microbiome contributes to health and disease. The NGMP also works closely with members of the Nebraska Food for Health Center to understand how diet shapes the gut microbiome.

The NGMP is housed in a state-of-the-art facility and collaborates with scientists from across the country and around the world to advance microbiome research.

As a Gnotobiotic Lab Animal Technician, you will work extensively with mice in a germ-free mouse facility. Daily responsibilities will include:

• Breeding, maintaining, weaning, and record keeping of mice in sterile isolators and in ventilated cage rack systems
• Assembling autoclave cylinders with food, water, and equipment
• Microbiologic monitoring of autoclave functions
• Setting up germ-free isolators
• Overseeing sterile transfers between isolators or autoclave cylinders
• Performing procedures, routine laboratory functions, sample collection, and data collection
• Supervising undergraduate student workers

Weekend (generally one per month) and rotating holiday health checks required. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as a Research Technician II.

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we are committed to advancing knowledge, enriching lives, and contributing to the global community.

We invest in our employees through comprehensive benefits including:

• Tuition remission for fulltime employees and dependents
• Retirement plans with university match
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• A diverse and inclusive workplace

We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference!

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• High school diploma or GED plus four (4) years of experience working with lab animals,
  OR
• Associate’s degree in animal science or related field plus two (2) years of experience working with lab animals,
  OR
• Bachelor’s degree in animal science or related field
• Additional years of experience or education may substitute on a year-for-year basis
• Experience recording and documenting test results
• Demonstrated understanding of basic laboratory procedures
• Basic computer skills required
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

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