Lab Animal Technician 1- Lab Animal Services
About The Position
This position requires manual labor in the care and feeding of laboratory animals. Work involves caring for laboratory animals in accordance with specific directions given by a supervisor. Duties include feeding and watering of animals, transferring animals from cages and cleaning the cages, rooms and adjacent areas. Duties also include assembly line cage washing and clean cage preparation. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed through observation of the animals and the cleanliness of cages, rooms, and adjacent areas.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent from a recognized State or Federal accrediting organization.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Willingness and ability to work with animals.
Nice To Haves
- A degree from an accredited college or university, certification, training or experience in the field of Laboratory Animal Science or animal related field is desired.
- Knowledge of animal husbandry/care is preferred/desired.
Responsibilities
- Feed and water all animals according to specified standards. Routine cleaning and sanitization of feeding and water utensils and cages. Work in Cage wash as required. Observe the animals and report any abnormal findings. If an expired animal is found, proper identification and storage/disposal is required. Change bedding and caging periodically in accordance with Federal Regulations to ensure proper care of animals.
- Disinfect animal areas at routine intervals. Notify Supervisor of any abnormalities in the physical environment of the animal facilities. Inspect and report any malfunctions of equipment such as thermostats, hygrothermometers, lights, sanitation equipment, carts, etc.
- Keep supply levels adequately maintained. Keep storage areas clean and organized. Load and unload supplies as required.
- Participate in continuing education course of Laboratory Animal care.
- Perform all other job-related duties incidental to work described herein as required.
Benefits
- Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
- Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
- Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
