Cage Wash Trainee- Division of Animal Resources, School of Medicine

Emory University • Decatur, GA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Cage Wash Trainee within the Division of Animal Resources at Emory University's School of Medicine. The role involves learning and performing routine duties related to cage sanitation and preparation for reuse in a research setting. The trainee will operate and maintain cage washing equipment, assist with material receiving and storage, and transport supplies. Maintaining sanitary conditions in work areas and adhering to safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment and handling of hazardous materials, are key aspects of the job. This is a hands-on role requiring physical capability and adherence to safety standards.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent or demonstrated literacy.
• The ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Learns to perform routine duties associated with cage sanitation and preparation for reuse in a research setting including cage maintenance, monitoring equipment for proper functioning and maintaining sanitary conditions.
• Operates cage washing and related equipment and ensures that they are in proper working order by cleaning, and preventive maintenance.
• Performs routine start-up and shut down procedures.
• Assists in receiving and storing materials, food and supplies.
• Transports caging supplies between animal rooms and cage wash rooms.
• Maintains sanitary conditions of cage washing rooms and other ancillary areas, such as hallways and storage areas.
• Takes the necessary precautions, in keeping with OSHA standards and other applicable federal and state regulations, when working with hazardous chemicals, materials, animals and power equipment.
• Uses personal protective equipment as required.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
• Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.
• Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination.
• Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities).
• Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

What This Job Offers

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