Laboratory Animal Tech Trainee Animal Resources Program
Laboratory Animal Tech Trainee Animal Resources Program
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Job Description
Our program is searching for dedicated individuals to fulfill the husbandry and care duties of Laboratory Animal Technicians (starting as trainees) so we can work together to meet the mission and service responsibilities of our program. We have multiple campuses serving multiple animal species including nonhuman primates.
JOB SUMMARY
Under direct supervision learn to perform general care and maintenance of laboratory animals and facilities in a research and teaching environment. Incumbent must successfully complete structured training within eight to eighteen months to be retained in classification and/or promoted to a Laboratory Animal Technician. This position is considered essential personnel for lab animal care. Starting pay: $17.50/hour.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or recognized equivalent required. Relevant animal work in a professional or farm setting desired.
LICENSURE CERTIFICATION and/or REGISTRATION
- Valid drivers licenserequired.
- American Association Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician level preferred but not required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Feed water and dispense bedding for all animal species according to specific requirements and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Distinguish between different varieties of animal food and bedding.
- Observe animals and recognize signs of illness discomfort and/or distress. Alert veterinary staff to animals condition.
- Maintain sanitary animal housing equipment and facility according to SOPs to achieve a state of functional readiness.
- Monitor environment of animal facility and complete building/room log sheets and or report daily tasks and conditions in electronic system.
- Assemble animal cage equipment and observe equipment for evidence of needed repairs.
- Safely handle all animal species while maintaining proper identification and location.
- Complete and document animal census on a weekly basis.
- Communicate pertinent information to clinical supervisory and management personnel verbally.
- Provide species specific environmental enrichment items according to schedules.
- Read review and follow all SOPs associated with position and campus specific procedures.
- Complete American Association Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Learning Library training modules associated with Wake Forest Track for this position along with the campus specific modules.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to operate routine animal care and use equipment (e.g. tunnel washer rack washer bulk sterilizer)
- Ability to communicate effectively; ability to perform necessary documentation and recordkeeping
- Ability to utilize simple computer skills (e.g. email training modules)
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good timemanagement skills
- Good interpersonal/human relations skills
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work includes weekend and holiday work schedules.
Work also includes:
- possible exposure to outdoor elements and odors
- exposure to animal and human pathogens and potential allergens
- exposure to animals that can inflict bites kick or scratch
- bending and lifting of cages feed and bedding
- the need to lift push or pull heavy objects
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bending and lifting of cages feed and bedding
- The need to lift push or pull heavy objects
- Negative tests for active tuberculosis
- Color vision
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
