Laboratory Animal Technician, Animal Resources Program, Clarkson

American Addiction Centers • Winston-Salem, NC

2d • $20 - $30

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs general care and maintenance of laboratory animals and facilities in a research and teaching environment.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent with previous lab animal experience.
• Valid applicable state driver's license.
• Ability to operate routine animal care and use equipment (e.g., tunnel washer, rack washer, bulk sterilizer)
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to perform necessary documentation and recordkeeping
• Ability to utilize simple computer skills e.g. email, training modules
• Ability to work as a team or independently
• Good time management skills
• Good interpersonal/human relations skills
• Ability to mentor LATT staff
• Negative tests for active tuberculosis
• Color vision

Nice To Haves

• American Association of Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Capable of performing duties as specified for Laboratory Animal Technician Trainee (LATT) position.
• Safely handles and restrains all animal species while maintaining proper identification and location.
• Assembles caging equipment in order to provide comfortable, safe housing for all species.
• Completes and documents supply and diet inventory on a weekly basis.
• Communicates pertinent information to clinical, supervisory, and management personnel in writing and verbally.
• Provides species specific environmental enrichment items according to schedules and assist Environmental Enrichment coordinator with special enrichment needs.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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