Animal Care Technician II

Emory University; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory University is seeking an experienced Animal Care Technician II for the Emory National Biomedical Research Center in Lawrenceville, GA who will provide husbandry and care for a large primate colony in an open campus setting.

The role involves assisting veterinary and research staff, maintaining housing, and supporting multiple departments. The position requires flexibility for weekend and holiday schedules and a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with two years of animal care experience, or ALAT certification with two years experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license with insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and specialized animal care duties including feeding, medicating, cleaning, restraint, and transport.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Observes animal behavior, collects specimens, and assists research/veterinary staff.
• May train and supervise new technicians.
• May drive utility vehicles to transport animals and supplies; ensure safe operation and cleanliness.
• Willing to work with hazardous agents as required.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ALAT certification

Two years animal husbandry experience

Job description

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Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world‑class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Description

The Division of Animal Resources, within the Emory National Primate Research Center at Emory University Field Station (Lawrenceville, Georgia), is currently seeking an Animal Care Technician II to join our team. Our work consists of providing husbandry and care for a large colony of nonhuman primates in an open campus type setting. In addition to the husbandry and care duties and responsibilities, technicians are also trained to assist veterinary staff, colony management staff, and behavioral management staff. Once trained, Animal Care Technicians are assigned to an alternating weekend and holiday schedule.

The ideal candidate should be highly motivated, extremely dependable, reliable, detail‑oriented, and possess a positive attitude and passion for animal care in a research environment. The Animal Care Technician II will be a team player who is willing to learn on the job and collaborate with coworkers and other departments at the facility. The Animal Care Technician II will work to ensure the highest quality of husbandry and care. Efficient and effective communication skills with co‑workers, the management team, PI’s, research staff, students, and other support services is also required.

Collaborate. Innovate. Serve. These three simple words capture what we do at EPC to help advance science and improve the health and well‑being of humans and non‑human primates. If you are someone with animal care experience who is familiar with standard policies and practices associated with providing humane and compassionate care to animals in a biomedical research setting, this is an amazing opportunity to indirectly save and change lives and make a positive impact in the science and research community.

Dedicated to discovering causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of disease, Emory National Biomedical Research Center (EBC) is improving human and animal health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, EPC conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at http://enbrc.emory.edu

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs routine and specialized duties associated with animal care, including feeding, medicating, cleaning, restraint and transportation.
• Maintains adequate inventory of necessary supplies and equipment.
• Observes animal behavior and conditions, collects specimens and provides technical assistance to research and veterinary personnel.
• Performs minor repairs and maintains animal housing facility.
• May train and supervise new technicians.
• May drive utility vehicles to transport animals and supplies, ensuring safe operation, daily inspection and vehicle cleanliness.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.
• Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma or equivalent and two years of animal husbandry/care experience OR certification as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) and two years of animal husbandry/care experience OR four years of animal husbandry/care experience.
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Positions within this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.
• Positions in this classification may require three years of transportation and routing experience in lieu of animal husbandry/care experience.

PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous animal care experience.
• AALAS certification at the LAT level.
• Collaborative and team spirited.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Work schedule is Monday through Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm alternating weekends and Holidays.
• Outdoor work environment and out hazards (weather conditions and insects for example).
• Work environment involves working with biohazardous blood and tissues.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Work is normally performed in a typical laboratory environment.
• Requires the ability to bend, kneel, and/or squat.
• Requires significant walking.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Emory National Biomedical Research Center (ENBRC), in conjunction with Emory University, conducts pre‑employment screenings for all positions. These screenings may include an Information Network Associates (INA) and criminal background check, and verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. In addition, the process may include a drug screening with health assessment, and review and mandate for various vaccinations. Updated COVID‑19 vaccinations may be necessary for specific research projects.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in‑person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

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). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404‑727‑9867 (V) | 404‑712‑2049 (TDD).

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