Fish Facility Technician
Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 508187 Division/Organization: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Department: Genetics Job Type: UW Student Jobs Remote Eligbility: Not Remote Location: GENETICS-BIOTECHNLGY CNTR BLDGSalary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $13.50/hr Job Categories: Interpersonal Communication, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, STEM
Department Overview:
The Pelegri Lab is situated within the Department of Genetics. We study questions related to early developmental biology and conservation genetics, using zebrafish and related species as our model organisms. We are looking for students to help care for our fish and keep them happy so that we can do the best science possible!
Anticipated Start Date:
ASAP
Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):
Remote Work Eligibility Detail:
Not Remote
Anticipated Hours Per Week:
5-12
Schedule:
Our shifts consist of half-hour to 2.5 hour shifts between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM, depending on the fish that need care. Occasional weekend work will be required. Holidays are not required, but preference will begiven to candidates that are available to work on 12/24 and 12/25.
Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:
$13.50/hr
Number of Positions:
2-3
Qualifications:
No previous laboratory or animal care experience is needed, but past work experience of any kind is viewed favorably.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Attention to detail even when performing repetitive tasks, ability to work independently
Position Summary/Job Duties:
Job duties include feeding fish, conducting water quality tests, cleaning the fish facility, and exchanging water from tanks. Once fully trained, work duties will be carried out independently, so reliability and attention to detail are critical. This is not a research position. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Physical Demands:
The fish facility is climate-controlled for optimal fish health (warm and humid). Physically demanding tasks include standing and walking around the facility, cleaning (scrubbing tanks, mopping floors, etc), and lifting equipment up to 45 lbs.
Institutional Statements:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
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Accommodation Statement:
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Advertised: December 03, 2024 09:00 AM Applications close: December 31, 2024 11:55 PM
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