Research Assistant III

at  San Diego State University Research Foundation

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Completion of sufficient upper division courseworkOR -Equivalent of two years full time progressively responsible related experience in lieu of coursework.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS

• Animal care experience in academic research setting or equivalent.
• Experience in the application of written principles of sanitation and disinfection.
• AALAS certification at ALAT level or active preparation for pursuing certification within 18 months of hire.
• Writing skills and ability to keep accurate work records using proper English language usage, spelling and grammar.
• Computer skills and aptitude to learn new applications.
• Ability to work with a low level of supervision.
• Must be detail oriented and with ability to multitask.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES 95%

• Perform all aspects of animal husbandry, health observations and maintenance of animal facilities to provide a full range of animal care services to animals involved in biomedical research projects.
• Monitor animal health conditions and oversee animal breeding requirements.
• Communicate health observations to faculty, staff and students to maintain compliance with established SOPs, policies and guidelines.
• Assist in communication with veterinarians and OLAC staff on animal health conditions and compliance requirements.
• Provide medical care to animals in accordance with veterinary recommendations following established SOPs and guidelines.
• Perform humane euthanasia of animals in compliance of all applicable veterinary guidelines.
• Maintenance of animal facility in compliance with USDA, NIH, AAALAC guidance and other applicable rules and regulations as overseen by institutional compliance committees.
• Follow standard operating procedures for the maintenance of pathogen free animals and prevention of cross contamination of animals including demanding sanitation of facilities and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records according to standards appropriate for the animal care facility.
• Follow written SOPs on animal facility operations and methods.
• Operate autoclaves and cage washers and prepare all materials needed for maintenance of animal facilities.
• Performs additional projects related to operation of animal facilities as required.
• Interact and communicate effectively with co-workers, animal facility users, managers and faculty as needed.
• Flexible on-site work schedule 6:00 am to 4:30 pm M-F with ability to work weekends and holidays on a rotating schedule. Teleworking is not available with this position.