Animal Care Assistant III

This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment.

The Veterinary Service Center (VSC) at Stanford University provides Laboratory Animal Care and operates within the Department of Comparative Medicine. We are fully accredited by the Association for Accreditation and Assessment of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC). Our vision is to pioneer in laboratory animal care, driving research innovations from bench to bedside.

The Veterinary Service Center within the Department of Comparative Medicine is seeking an Animal Care Assistant III to perform advanced animal husbandry techniques in a variety of animals and provide training to lower-level Animal Care Assistants.

Monday‑Friday, 6:45‑3:15 PM or 7:00‑3:30 PM.

• ALAT Certification or higher.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three years of applicable animal care experience in a research or animal laboratory environment or a combination of equivalent education and work experience.

• In addition to the qualifications described for the Animal Care Assistant II level the Animal Care Assistant III’s should have advanced knowledge of animal husbandry for a wide variety of animal species.
• Ability to use a computer or to learn to use a variety of computer‑related work‑related activities such as record keeping and inventory systems.
• Ability to train workers in animal husbandry and health checks.
• Must be able to read, write, understand, communicate and follow written and oral instructions in English.

When driving, must have a valid California non‑commercial Class C license.

• Often lift and carry materials weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Frequently handle materials up to 20 lbs. Occasionally carry/pull up to 60 lbs, push over 60 lbs.
• Walk/stand for long periods.
• Bend, squat, reach above shoulder level.
• Often use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Required vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral and depth perception.
• Ability to talk and to hear.

• Must be capable of lifting and moving cages, feed, supplies, and equipment of at least 50 pounds.

• May be required to work overtime, evenings and weekends, including holidays, sometimes in inclement weather conditions.
• Work in direct contact with animals and all components of animal housing and animal research environment.
• May be exposed to dust, fumes or gases, chemicals or toxic substances.

• Work occurs in a secured facility, in an environment where animals are used for teaching and research.
• Expected to follow all safety requirements and procedures.
• The incumbent should be free of animal‑related allergies.
• The incumbent will be required to complete an initial and annual occupational health surveillance questionnaire and may be required to undergo a physical examination and/or immunizations.
• Must observe and support good health and safety practices regarding the use of chemicals and equipment.
• Responsible for the wearing, use and proper care of uniforms, supplies, and equipment provided by VSC, including uniforms required for health & safety purposes.
• Must have a valid California non‑commercial Class C license.

• When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements.
• Interpersonal skills:
  Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote culture of safety:
  Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide and the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.