Hourly Pooled - Mouse Husbandry and Laboratory Aide (Bedford) chez University of Wyoming

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JOB TITLE:  

Mouse Husbandry and Laboratory Aide

JOB PURPOSE:   

The main purpose of this position is the care and maintenance of a mouse colony for neuroscience and animal behavior research in the Zoology and Physiology Department. This includes mouse husbandry, including weekend health checks to remain in compliance with IACUC regulations. Based on level of interest and demonstrated ability, the applicant may also conduct experiments related to the research focus of the Bedford Lab.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Change and clean mouse cages
• Operate cage washer to wash dirty cages
• Feed and water mice
• Wash and fill water bottles
• Perform detailed routine health checks on entire mouse colony
• Administer treatments to mice (injections, topical cream applications, toenail clipping)
• Monitor breeding colony and track litter births
• Maintain paper and electronic records of all mice
• Monitor weanling-age mice
• Clean mouse rooms (sweeping, mopping, cleaning surfaces, reorganizing)
• Take inventory of mouse supplies and materials in mouse room
• Check ventilation and water filtration on mouse racks
• Communicate with supervisor and mouse personnel about the state of the mouse colony

Position will include the necessity to work some weekends, and a commitment to work during some holidays and school breaks. Holiday work shifts will be arranged at least two weeks in advance and communicated with the supervisor.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Perform laboratory tasks such as tissue staining, slicing, and sample preparation based on interest and skills. Maintain hygienic lab space (sweeping, mopping, washing and autoclaving glassware, cleaning lab surfaces, etc.)
• Be able to keep a consistent working schedule every semester. The working schedule can be adjusted to your class schedule at the beginning of every semester.
• Be able to work during weekends and holidays. Pre-arranged shift coverage with colleagues is available.
• Commitment to work until April 30th 2026 (renewal contingent upon positive performance review).

COMPETENCIES: 

This position requires attention to detail, consistency, and problem identification/solving skills. The position also requires honesty, clarity, and strong communication with the PI and Lab members. Additionally, the candidate should be comfortable working both independently and with a team.   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• We do not expect the candidate to have previous laboratory experience and will provide all necessary training however, an interest in animals and desire to provide compassionate and exceptional animal husbandry is essential. Students of any major are appropriate as long as they have the willingness to learn! Please be aware that the position requires direct work with rodents, animal waste, and pine bedding. Personal protective equipment is provided if candidate has sensitivities to the smell of rodent waste/bedding. The position also requires the student to work on their feet for extended periods of time.
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

A background in veterinary and animal science or equivalent is helpful but not required for vivarium work. Knowledge of molecular biology/chemistry is helpful for laboratory work but also not required.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 

1. Cover letter 
2. Resume or C.V. 

Due to a current system limitation, you may only be prompted to upload your resume/CV and a Cover Letter.  To ensure your application is complete, we recommend you put all of your application materials into one file with your cover letter.  However, if you're experiencing any issues in doing so, please send any additional application materials to [email protected], and a recruiter will manually add them to your application packet. To help us process your application more efficiently, please include the 6-digit job ID number (located at the bottom of the job posting) in your email. 

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus. 

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:   

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected].  

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