Job Summary

This is a Research Assistant Technician 1 position and works within the Transgenic Animal Facility's Specific Pathogen Free animal unit. Responsibilities include maintaining daily care of laboratory mice; changing and cleaning animal cages, and racks; maintaining mouse data; disinfecting rooms; and general upkeep of the animal facility in accordance with unit Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the guidelines established by the UBC's Animal Care Committee.

Weekend work and occasional statutory holiday coverage is required for this position.

Organizational Status
The incumbent reports to the Director of Core Facilities and may also receive instructions from other senior staff members within the unit, as directed by the Director of Core Facilities.

Work Performed

Duties Include:

• Maintains daily care of laboratory mice;

• Changes and cleans animal cages and racks;

• G...