MATERIALS MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN, Materials Management

The Animal Science Center is part of the Office of Research, a group dedicated to aiding the research community in navigating the lifecycle of their work; from finding funding, to creating proposals, to helping inventions find their way to the public.  

We are a diverse group of passionate individuals who have a deep appreciation for research animals and their importance to advancing scientific discoveries. Our mission is for animal care and welfare to be maintained at the highest standards according to Institutional, local, state, and federal regulations, policies, and procedures.  

 Summary  

Process all animal caging and supplies used in the care of research laboratory animals. This position will be responsible for keeping all cagewash areas operating smoothly, including routine maintenance on cagewash equipment. The team will spearhead energy saving projects and continuous improvement initiatives involving its activities. The team will maintain facility supplies in an organized manner and deliver clean supplies as needed. Follow Institutional, local, state, and federal regulations, policies and procedures to assure a safe working environment. This is an essential position and may require being on-site weekends and holidays. 

Responsibilities include:

• Processing caging and supplies.
• Clean/organize/maintain cagewash areas and equipment.
• Stock and maintain facility supplies.
• Participate in departmental continuous improvement initiatives and energy savings projects.
• Other duties as assigned. 

 Skills and Abilities: 

• Foster positive and constructive workplace relations.
• Time management of assigned duties when working independently.
• Flexibility working in a changing environment.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to animal husbandry.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms and progress.
• Communicate clearly and effectively across multiple streams, computer, tablet, smartphone.  

 Requirements/Qualifications: 

High school diploma or GED  

 Why work at BU?  

Animal Science Center is committed to your professional development and providing opportunities for you to pursue your professional goals. Boston University’s benefit package includes health, dental, life insurance, and paid time off. Full-time employees are also eligible for tuition remission for courses at Boston University. Noteworthy: the remission benefit extends to dependents as well.