Animal Laboratory Helper/General Assistant

Department:

 College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences

Responsibilities:

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) is seeking a temporary general assistant / laboratory helper for the vivarium a growing, fast-paced animal facility.

Specific Duties include:

• Process dirty cages dump, preclean, scrub and load on wash racks
• Load Racks and run cycles through washers and sterilizers
• Process clean cages, fill and load onto bulk carts
• General cleaning duties: sweeping mopping, trash collection 
• Stocking and storing of materials and supplies up to 50 pounds repeatedly

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Requires a High School Diploma 

Must be able to:

• Read and write in English
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Operate laboratory equipment such as autoclaves and other sterilizers
• Lift, transport and deliver materials and stock laboratory supplies and goods
• Wear and work in personal protective equipment
• Stand, bend lift and twist for prolonged periods of time 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Availability Monday through Fridays 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required.  

Closing Date: Open Until Filled Salary: $18.77 / Hr.  Hours: Full-time (40 hours / week) Type: Temporary, Contingent I Additional Information: This is a temporary position.  Initial contract is for 6 months with the possibility of renewal.  FLSA Status: Nonexempt   Equal Opportunity Statement:  UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.   

Accommodation: 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization   As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.