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LAB ANIMAL CARE TECH II - NHP
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
2-5 years
Compensation
$39.5K - $39.5K per year
Posted
21h ago
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Summary
The Lab Animal Care Technician II performs routine animal care and husbandry for non-human primates in an AAALAC accredited facility, including feeding, sanitation, and health observation. This role involves following established procedures, maintaining records, and participating in enrichment programs within ABSL-1 and ABSL-2 environments.
The Lab Animal Care technician II follows established practices and procedures in an AAALAC accredited Non- Human Primate facility at the University of Georgia campus, to perform all aspects of routine animal care and husbandry in ABSL-1 and ABSL-2 environments. This position reports directly to the NHP Facility Manager and Husbandry Coordinator.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Wear personal protective equipment: Tyvek suits, safety glasses, face shields, safety shoes/boots, respirators, gloves.
Sanitation duties: cleaning cages, animal rooms and ancillary areas.
Operate mechanical cage washers, pressure washers and other animal care equipment.
Daily care and husbandry activities: Feeding, watering, prepares fresh fruit and vegetables.
Observes animals daily for signs of sickness, behavioral changes and overall health status.
Participate in NHP enrichment programs and in the positive reinforcement training on NHP.
Follows well-established schedules and standard operating procedures.
Maintains daily logs and records and performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
All duties assigned will follow established Standard Operating Procedures.
Incumbents will work rotating schedule including weekends and holidays.
Participation in UGA’s Occupational Health & Safety Program is necessary and may include vaccinations, and respirator fit testing.
Participates in staff meetings, continuing education, and training classes as directed.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
2 years of successful and relevant clinical experience
Valid state licensure
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:
Be comfortable handling and caring for non-human primates.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and Veterinarians in a professional and courteous manner, facilitate problem resolution, and promote excellent customer service.
Involves initiative and flexibility.
Excellent observation skills.
Ability to understand and follow written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and verbal instructions.
Involves participation in the research occupational health and safety program which may include specific vaccinations before entering restricted facilities.
Ability to use computer software, including but not limited to MS Word & Excel, Outlook email and calendars, and Adobe Acrobat.
Ability to use computer software to record data.
Updated 21h ago
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$39.5K - $39.5K per year
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University of Georgia
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Growing team
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.
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LAB ANIMAL CARE TECH II - NHP
Athens, Georgia, United States • Full Time