Animal Care Technician II - Main Station

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Dedicated to discovering causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of disease, Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC) is improving human and animal health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, EPC conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at http://enprc.emory.edu.
The Division of Animal Resources at the Emory National Primate Research Center at Emory University is currently seeking a full-time Animal Care Technician II to join our dedicated Animal Care team to assist with husbandry and activities related to the daily operations of the NHP. Observing all established guidelines for proper care and welfare of the animals, the ideal candidate will be motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, have a positive attitude, and compassion for both animals and people. If you are someone with lab animal experience (preferably NHP) who is familiar with animal observations and cagewash duties, this is an amazing opportunity to indirectly save and change lives and make a positive impact in the science and research community.
The Animal Care Technician II ensures the cleanliness of the facility and the maintenance of adequate supplies of food and bedding materials, including PPE. The Animal Care Technician II will work together with other technicians according to a schedule prepared by the Assistant Operations Manager and must be willing and able to rotate through all EPC DAR facilities. The Animal Care Technician II ensures the highest quality of laboratory animal care and research support, and has good communication skills with co-workers, the management team, PIs, research staff, students, and other support services. This position reports directly to the Animal Care Supervisor. This position is considered essential and requires some weekend and holiday work as part of a rotating schedule.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent and two years of animal husbandry/care experience OR certification as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) and two years of animal husbandry/care experience OR four years of animal husbandry/care experience.
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Positions within this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.
• Positions in this classification may require three years of transportation and routing experience in lieu of animal husbandry/care experience.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrates outstanding working habits, including the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrates ability to work in an animal research environment requiring continuous contact with animals.
• Demonstrates ability to understand established guidelines for humane care and welfare of laboratory animals as described by AAALAC.
• Working knowledge of hygiene principles, safety protocols, and basic animal husbandry.
• Communication skills, including the ability to write and understand English and to follow written and oral instructions.
• Certifications issued by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS).
• Experience working in a biosafety environment.
• Demonstrated computer skills proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and specialized duties associated with animal care, including feeding, medicating, cleaning, restraint and transportation.
• Maintains adequate inventory of necessary supplies and equipment.
• Observes animal behavior and conditions, collects specimens, and provides technical assistance to research and veterinary personnel.
• Performs minor repairs and maintains animal housing facility.
• May train and supervise new technicians.
• May drive utility vehicles to transport animals and supplies, ensuring safe operation, daily inspection, and vehicle cleanliness.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED