Animal Care Trainee - Lawrenceville at Emory University

, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Animal Care, Dependability, Attention To Detail, Positive Attitude, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Husbandry, Veterinary Assistance, Behavioral Management, Interpersonal Skills, Biohazard Safety, Collaboration, Reliability, Learning, Research Environment, Cage Washing

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Discover Your Career at Emory University 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 diversity and 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 Animal Care Trainees 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, trainees are also trained to assist veterinary staff, colony management staff, and behavioral management staff. Once trained, Animal Care Trainees 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 Trainee 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 Trainee 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 Primate Research Center (EPC) 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://enprc.emory.edu KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Operates cage washers and ensures that equipment is in proper working order. May assist in the collection of blood, urine and feces from animals for medical research. 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: The ability to read and write and to lift up to 75 pounds. Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record. PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills. Previous animal care experience. AALAS certification. 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 Primate Research Center (EPC), 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 University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, 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. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.

Responsibilities

Animal Care Trainees will provide husbandry and care for a large colony of nonhuman primates and assist veterinary and colony management staff. They will operate cage washers and may assist in the collection of biological samples for medical research.