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ASSISTANT LABORATORY ANIMAL TECHNICIAN

Van Andel Institute (VAI), a leading independent biomedical research facility, is dedicated to determining the epigenetic, genetic, molecular and cellular origins of cancer, Parkinson’s and other diseases, and translating those findings into effective therapies. The Institute is home to more than 300 scientists and support staff that work in on-site laboratories and in collaborative partnerships that span the globe.

To ensure the Institute is able to continue to provide excellent animal support for our research studies involving mice and rats, our Vivarium is seeking to hire A FULL-TIME ASSISTANT LABORATORY ANIMAL TECHNICIAN.

As an ASSISTANT LABORATORY ANIMAL TECHNICIAN, you would be responsible for performing specialized technical procedures necessary to maintain continuous operation of our animal facility and assist in the conduct of animal experiments in support of Institute research. The primary duties you would be tasked with include:

• Conduct breeding, care, and treatment of Mice, Rats, and Zebrafish.
• Provide basic care and daily husbandry for the animals.
• Observe and record physical signs of animals’ health, record data and maintain a proper living environment for test animals.
• Maintain barrier spaces and office space with cleaned and disinfected supplies.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WOULD ALSO BE EXPECTED TO:

• Proficient in general husbandry tasks.
• Learn general procedures, including tail clips, cauterizing, weaning, and mating.
• Communicate with Laboratories and provide accurate information to attending veterinarian.
• Participate in cleaning and maintenance of animal cages, rooms, and Vivarium spaces.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A PERSON WHO HAS THE FOLLOWING TRAITS AND CHARACTERISTICS:

• A strong commitment to building and maintaining a positive work environment. 
• Motivated worker with the ability and drive to learn new tasks.
• The ability to work as a largely independent part of a team.

Candidates should possess, at a minimum, a High School degree. An Associate’s Degree  or Bachelors degree in the Life Sciences field prefered. A AALAS ALAT (American Association for Laboratory Animal Science, Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician) certification or better is strongly preferred.

If you possess these attributes and desire to help us drive science from the bench to the clinic; while benefiting from a generous compensation package; we would welcome speaking with you and encourage you to apply today!  

VAI is actively striving to diversify its workforce and strongly encourages qualified individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

ABOUT GRAND RAPIDS, MI

Van Andel Research Institute is located in downtownGrand Rapids, MIwhich is the second largest city in Michigan and the largest city in West Michigan. Grand Rapids offers a remarkable combination of cosmopolitan atmosphere and small town warmth, known for its philanthropic and sustainability-driven community, and is ranked one of "America's Top 100 Places to Live."

Located on the banks of the Grand River, Grand Rapids offers all the big-city excitement you'd expect from a million-resident metropolis, featuring hundreds of restaurants and nightspots, theatres, museums, sports and concerts. The safe and clean downtown is surrounded by an eclectic mix of walk-able neighborhoods.  With a medical and life sciences industry boom, strong entrepreneurial activity, dedication to green building and living, and innovative employers, Grand Rapids' diverse economy continues to grow, offering endless career opportunities.

Required Skills Required Experience

• Experience in system administration, database administration, network engineering, software engineering, or software development, with a concentration in Cyber Security.
• Experience in incident detection and response, system administration, database administration, network engineering, software engineering, or software development.

DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security)
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)
• Cisco Security+
• DoD 8570 Requirements

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Experience working with senior Nuclear C3 community stakeholders such as OSD (NII), Joint Staff, and USSTRATCOM.