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New York, NY - USA

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Posted on : 12-11-2024

Job Description

Job Title: Animal Technician
Location: New York NY 10012

Job Type: Hybrid work

Job Description:

Position Summary:

The husbandry/animal care technician works in the Office of Veterinary Resources to provide basic care and husbandry for a variety of animal species (including mice rats and any other species as directed by their supervisor). Responsibilities include cleaning and changing animal cages per standard operating procedures federal and state regulations and guidelines and any other University policies regarding animal care and use. Perform routine husbandry techniques such as breeding and maintaining strains of mice or other animals. Observe and record changes in behavior appetite and signs of illness pain or death in animals. Alert supervisor veterinarians and principal investigator of problems. Complete and maintain room logs; administer treatments according to instructions; keep accurate and complete animal care records; Monitor environmental conditions including ventilation temperature and lighting and report changes to supervisor; assist in cage washing on an asneeded basis; comply with governmental regulations and University policies regarding health and safety.

This is an essential position must be able to work weekends/holidays as scheduled including during inclement weather and in addition work extra hours during an emergency. Responds as essential personnel for declared disasters. Works well with all team members to ensure that actions support the department the researchers and the wellbeing and health of the animals. Must be able to lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.) bend climb and stand for prolonged periods. Must safely handle and dispose of hazardous material understand and follow all SOPs and perform animal husbandry duties as assigned. Employees may work in wet rooms around large industrial cage washers or in some noisy environments.

Qualifications:

Required Education:
High school diploma or GED

Preferred Education:
Associates degree in Animal Science.

Required Experience:
1 years of animal care husbandry experience

Preferred Experience:

In Laboratory animal care and husbandry Experience operating relevant lab equipment (e.g. cage washer cage racks and animal racks)

Required Skills Knowledge and Abilities:

Ability to operate standard office equipment ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Must be able to lift/push 50 lbs. Must be able to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

Ability to operate standard office equipment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 55 pounds routinely. Understand and follow appropriate SOPs and safety procedures (Including wearing personal protective equipment). and quality assurance guidelines. Wellorganized detailoriented and adaptable to changes.

Preferred Skills Knowledge and Abilities:
American Association of Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Certification; Knowledge and understanding of proper animal husbandry and routine veterinary care procedures for a range of laboratory animal species; Knowledge of regulatory policies and guidelines associated with the ethical use of animals in research

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