Breeding Colony Technician - Bioresources - 40 hrs/wk - Days - Detroit

Henry Ford Health System
United States, Michigan, Detroit
Jan 16, 2025
GENERAL SUMMARY: Under supervision, assists the Supervisor - Bioresources and Leader - Bioresources in providing skilled husbandry and associated animal care services to laboratory animals used in research. Under supervision, acts as a resource for scientific and organizational matters related to the breeding of rodents. Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of routine tasks incident to the care, feeding, and maintenance of various breeding colonies. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: * Associates Degree or higher in related field with two (2) years of related animal experience. OR * High School Diploma or G.E.D. with three (3) years of related animal experience. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED: * AALAS LAT certification required within six (6) months of eligibility. * Possession and maintenance of a valid Michigan vehicle operator's license and satisfactory driving records. Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group Department: Bioresources Dept. Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable