Laboratory Animal Technician III

Georgia State University • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

This position provides animal care and maintains routine records according to clearly defined standard operating procedures, federal guidelines and regulations. Continual training is provided, and work is reviewed on a regular basis through observation of procedures and review of records to ensure compliance. This position requires working on weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and three years of related experience
• Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG) certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with mice, rats, hamsters, and ferrets
• Experience working in an ABSL-2 facility

Responsibilities

• Animal husbandry of rodents and small animal models
• Sanitizes caging systems, animal rooms, and support areas using automated and manual equipment
• Feeds and waters animals
• Handles and restrains animals according to instructions and protocol
• Maintains routine record keeping of such items an environmental condition, animal inventory, and daily husbandry activities
• Position may be responsible for euthanasia, limited anesthesia, physical exams, and administering medication according to veterinary direction, observes and communicates animal health conditions to appropriate personnel.
• Perform other professional duties assigned or requested

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees