University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Department of Pediatrics, Section of Developmental Biology

Job Title: Animal Care Tech II

Position #: 00762875 - Requisition #:33903

Job Summary:

The Animal Care Technician II will provide high-quality daily care and maintenance of fish used in research within the Zebrafish Facility of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Under the direction of the Zebrafish Facility Manager, this position involves significant and varied technical activities to support the management of aquaculture facilities and laboratory populations of fish. Performs operational, husbandry, and customer service functions and will be responsible for operating multiple recirculating aquaculture systems and ensuring that optimal animal health and productivity are sustained, all in accordance with federal and institutional regulations and policies. Please note, the schedule for the Animal Care Tech II will be 8am-4pm and Tuesday through Saturday.

Key Responsibilities:

• Feeds populations of fish the proper type and amount of food, depending on life stage and experimental application.
• Operates and maintains sophisticated recirculating aquaculture systems, aquatics tank washers, and integrated electronic water quality monitoring systems, o serving standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.
• Performs and records daily animal health and welfare observations, communicating adverse findings to the Facility Manager.
• Performs daily oversight and operation of aquaculture systems and communicates any problems to the Facility Manager.
• Performs various husbandry tasks, including tank changes, spawning, and other procedures that involve the handling of fish, including euthanasia
• Maintains live invertebrate cultures for feeding larval fish.
• Performs and records all water quality testing.
• Monitors supply needs and notifies facility manager.
• Ensures the cleanliness of the facility, adhering to established cleanliness schedules.
• Upholds facility and regulatory policies.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus' zebrafish facility is one of the largest in North America, providing scientific research support to several laboratories investigating a range of topics in developmental biology. Our facility maintains the highest standards for animal care and welfare, and employees are part of a team always working to elevate their standards of care. We operate our recirculating aquaculture facility with modern equipment and automated life support systems. Team members are actively involved with animal health and welfare monitoring and facility operations and are directly involved with ensuring that the zebrafish facility is a part of the high quality research our campus is known for.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, holidays, and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication, and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to two (2) years.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be willing and able to successfully pass a 10-panel drug test.
• Must be willing and able to successfully pass a national criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in biology or a closely related field.
• 1-2 years of experience working in an aquaculture environment.
• AALSO Water Quality Technician and Life Support System Operator certifications are an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Work requires the ability to follow detailed instructions pertaining to zebrafish care.
• Work requires basic computer and record-keeping skills, including database management.
• Ability to use email, web-based database and purchasing programs and word processing software.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with people from a wide variety of social and educational backgrounds.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addre

Questions should be directed to: Christine Archer, Christine.2.Archer@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by July 15, 2024.

Anticipated Salary Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $42,948.00 to $49,826.40.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.