Animal Care Technician III - Science Institute at University of Wyoming in Laramie, WY

Job description

Join Our Campus Community! Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vision, and values. If your expertise and experience align with the goals of our institution, we would be thrilled to hear from you. We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our vibrant campus community today! Why Choose Us? At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include: Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes over 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatory employee contribution, the total contribution toward your retirement plan exceeds 19%. Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, which include 4 deductible options to suit your needs. Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure. Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth. Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources. At the University of Wyoming , we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW’s Benefits Summary . JOB TITLE: MORF Animal Care Technician III JOB PURPOSE: Provide advanced animal husbandry, welfare, health monitoring, and facility support for animal facilities. Independently perform and coordinate daily care and monitoring of laboratory animals across multiple species and assigned areas; support the facility's health monitoring and disease surveillance programs; maintain animal housing and facility environments; operate, monitor, and perform routine validation checks of animal husbandry and sanitation equipment; maintain and promote appropriate biosecurity practices; assist with animal handling and routine procedures; identify and address animal care, facility, equipment, and biosecurity concerns; and provide guidance and support to less-experienced animal care personnel in accordance with established procedures and institutional requirements. This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyoming’s Employee Handbook . Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closures based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Independently perform and coordinate daily care and monitoring of laboratory animals across multiple species and assigned areas, including providing appropriate food, water, bedding, and enrichment. Monitor and assess animal health and welfare, recognize abnormal conditions or behaviors, document observations, and promptly communicate concerns to appropriate personnel. Maintain accurate and timely records of animal care, health observations, sanitation, health monitoring, equipment checks, and other required activities. Maintain clean, sanitary, and bio secure animal housing and facility areas through cage sanitation, bedding changes, waste removal, and general facility cleaning. Operate, maintain, and monitor animal husbandry and sanitation equipment, including cage cleaning and sterilization systems; perform and document required equipment and sanitation checks. Support health monitoring and disease surveillance programs by collecting, documenting, reviewing, and communicating required information in accordance with established procedures. Apply established biosecurity practices and respond appropriately to animal health, facility, equipment, sanitation, or biosecurity concerns, including assisting with troublesh