Cage Wash Trainee- Division of Animal Resources, School of Medicine at Emory University

Decatur, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cage Sanitation, Equipment Monitoring, Preventive Maintenance, Start-up Procedures, Shut Down Procedures, Material Handling, Chemical Safety, OSHA Standards, Personal Protective Equipment Use

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 excellence of our academic community. Description KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Learns to perform routine duties associated with cage sanitation and preparation for reuse in a research setting including cage maintenance, monitoring equipment for proper functioning and maintaining sanitary conditions. Operates cage washing and related equipment and ensures that they are in proper working order by cleaning, and preventive maintenance. Performs routine start-up and shut down procedures. Assists in receiving and storing materials, food and supplies. Transports caging supplies between animal rooms and cage wash rooms. Maintains sanitary conditions of cage washing rooms and other ancillary areas, such as hallways and storage areas. Takes the necessary precautions, in keeping with OSHA standards and other applicable federal and state regulations, when working with hazardous chemicals, materials, animals and power equipment. Uses personal protective equipment as required. Performs related responsibilities as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent or demonstrated literacy. The ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Positions in this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record. NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work 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). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.

Responsibilities

The trainee will learn routine duties related to cage sanitation and preparation for reuse in a research setting, including monitoring equipment and maintaining sanitary conditions. Responsibilities also involve operating and maintaining cage washing equipment and assisting with material storage and transport.