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UC Davis has An ANML CARE SUPV 1 (Department Asset/Quality Assurance Coordinator & Cagewash Facility Supervisor) position (2)

Details: Written by Robert Favorite

An ANML CARE SUPV 1 (Department Asset/Quality Assurance Coordinator & Cagewash Facility Supervisor) position in the Office of Research, Teaching and Research Animal Care Services (TRACS) has been posted for recruitment.

Brief Description:

Under the direction of the campus Attending Veterinarian & Executive Director, TRACS ensures humane care and use of animals used in teaching and research and is a leader in UC Davis’ Animal Care Program. TRACS is dedicated to helping conduct animal experiments in accordance with the highest scientific and ethical principles and assisting with the advancement of scientific knowledge and the future of research goals set forth by the University of California and the UC Davis campus. This is a second level management exempt position.

Under the direction of both the Director and Executive Director, manages the cage wash facility. Devotes majority of time to management and supervisory responsibilities. Due to the size and complexity of the animal facilities maintained by Teaching and Research Animal Care Services (TRACS) this position may vary in responsibilities, such as employees supervised, amount and utilization of space, number of separate geographical areas to oversee, number and variety of animal species, and number of investigators or veterinarians served.

For Full Consideration Apply By: 11/23/2021

Job ID: 26444

Payroll Title: ANML CARE SUPV 1 / 006250

Department: 062017 TEACHING/RES ANIMAL CARE SVC

Salary Range: $54,400/yr. - $109,200/yr.

Quick Link To This Position: https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=7&JobOpeningId=26444&PostingSeq=1

UC Davis has An ANML TCHN AST (Cage Wash Technician) position

Details: Written by Robert Favorite

An ANML TCHN AST (Cage Wash Technician) position in the Office of Research, Teaching and Research Animal Care Services (TRACS) has been posted for recruitment.

Brief Description:

Teaching and Research Animal Care Services is a “self-supporting” unit within the Office of Research that purchases, provides space for, and maintains a variety of laboratory animals used in biomedical research and teaching.

Work under supervision of Animal Care Supervisor. Responsible for loading and unloading of animal cages into cage washing machines. Prepare dirty and clean cages for use by the laboratory and animal husbandry staff. Responsible for helping to keep the cagewash facility clean. Wear proper PPE. Follow all regulations set forth by federal, state and university policies. Help maintain and repair cages, accessories and equipment as requested. Provide clean cages and bedding as scheduled. Comply with all policies/regulations/laws governing the use of animals in research & teaching. Help in other cagewash areas of TRACS as assigned.

For Full Consideration Apply By: 11/11/2021

Job ID: 26094

Payroll Title: ANML TCHN AST / 009526

Department: 062017 TEACHING/RES ANIMAL CARE SVC

Salary Range: $18.35/hour - $21.83/hour (Budgeted Salary is Step 1.0, $18.35/hour)

SVAALAS Online lecture November 10th at 5:30pm

Details: Written by Robert Favorite

The SVAALAS monthly online lecture series continues Wednesday November 10th at 5:30pm!

Join us in your cozy fall attire as Gurkern Sufi shares his lecture:

"New Product Development in Assisted Reproductive Technologies"

Earn CEU credit and maybe a raffle prize or two right from your own home!

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Zoom info to be sent out closer to the event date.

If you have any questions, please contact Taylor at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Vote for SVAALAS' Swing into Science entry on Facebook!

Details: Written by Robert Favorite

SVAALAS has entered the AALAS foundation's "swing into science" decorating competition! The AALAS foundation is celebrating the contributions animals make to biomedical research and use it as a fundraiser to continue to share information about laboratory animal science with the public!

Sarah Hazeltine did a great job taking on the decorating this year. Visit the link below to vote for our entry to win the "fan favorite" category! Thanks to Kelly Sison and Leslie Bauer for collaborating on the design process as well!

https://www.facebook.com/aalasfoundation/photos/a.4507973395927879/4576173279107890/

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BioMarin has a Scientific Manager position

Details: Written by Robert Favorite

is seeking an experienced Scientific Manager with a strong background and understanding of genetic engineering of rodent models, experience with vivarium and animal program (IACUC) administration, and experience in in vivo bio methods. The successful candidate will serve as the centralized single point of contact and resident expert in the procurement, production, tracking and project management of all rodent colonies used for research and early development and assist in project management of animal program functions (IACUC support, training, document tracking). This candidate should have a strong understanding of genetics and genetic modification methods (Transgenics, vector mediated knockout/knock in/knockdown, CRISPR), characterizing animal models, experience with the breeding and tracking of rodent colonies, and experience with animal program functions (IACUC function and administration).

For more information and to apply go to https://careers.biomarin.com/job/san-rafael/scientific-manager-genetic-models-in-vivo-program/5804/15216113264

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