Animal Technician II-III, PTEmployment TypeRegular Part-TimeRequisition number1871DepartmentAnimal ResourcesLocation : CitySeattleOverviewThe Animal Technician II-III provides for the basic health and husbandry needs of rodents (mice only) housed in the vivarium, processes equipment, and performs some colony management tasks. The job title and expected major responsibilities will be determined based on prior experience.This is an essential position which means that punctuality as well as the ability to report to work, even during inclement weather, and on some holidays or other times when BRI suspends operations, is required. We are seeking a candidate to work 20 hours a week. The schedule for this position will be: Saturday and Sunday; 7:00am - 3:30pm. The remaining 4 hours to complete 20 hrs./week is negotiable.ResponsibilitiesCare for animals (mice) in accordance with standard operating procedures and federal regulations and published guidelines. Includes feeding prescribed diets and ensuring that animals have fresh water at all timesChange, sanitize, and sterilize cages and accessory equipment. Requires operation of cage wash equipment and autoclavesMonitor health and well-being of animals involved in research projects. Report physical or behavioral abnormalities promptly in writing or verbally and record observations on animal health reports. Administer medications or treatments as advised by the Veterinarian or the Animal Technician SupervisorHandle and care for animals that have been exposed to chemicals or pathogens. Must understand and keep informed about a variety of biohazards. Must follow detailed instructions for personal protection as well as the protection of other animals and personnel in the areaMaintain and disinfect animal rooms and support areas. Includes sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, washing and disinfecting floors, walls, ceilings, sinks, and other equipmentParticipate in on-the job training, staff meetings, and individual study on laboratory animal science that is provided during working hoursPerform other duties as assigned to assist with care and maintenance of research animalsQualificationsHigh school education or equivalentAnimal Technician II: Minimum of 12 months of work experience as an Animal Technician in a laboratory animal facility or equivalentAnimal Technician III: Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience as an animal technician in a laboratory animal facility or equivalentGood verbal and written communication skillsAble to wear negative and/or positive pressure respirators, and personal protective equipmentAbility to lift and move 50 lbs. on a regular basis and sustained physical activities such as bending, balancing, stooping, reaching and remain standing for long periods of timeCertification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science at the Laboratory Animal Technician/Technologist level or equivalent is preferredCompensationAnimal Technician II: $20.00 to $27.74 per hourAnimal Technician III: $22.71 to $32.92 per hourBenefitsMedical, dental, vision hardware insuranceFlexible spending accounts: health care, dependent care, commuterShort and long-term disability and life and AD&D insurance403(b) retirement plan with matching funds after one year of employmentPaid sick leaveSubsidized bus passAbout UsBenaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason (BRI) has a bold mission: Predict, prevent, reverse and cure immune system diseases, from autoimmune disease to cancer to COVID-19. We examine the immune system in both health and disease to understand how disorders start and how to rebalance the immune system