Minimum Requirements:
- High School diploma or GED and two years of related experience. American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification is preferred.
Preferred Hiring Qualifications:
- Experience with mice rats hamsters and ferrets
- Experience working in an ABSL-2 facility
University Research Services & Administration
Laboratory Animal Technician II Division of Animal Resources
Georgia State University
This position provides animal care and maintains routine records according to clearly defined standard operating procedures federal guidelines and regulations. Continual training is provided and work is reviewed on a regular basis through observation of procedures and review of records to ensure position requires working on weekends and holidays.
WHAT MAKES University Research Services & Administration A GREAT PLACE
- A flexible work environment
- Generous benefits including health dental vision tuition assistance retirement etc.
- A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
- Professional development opportunity and mentorship
- A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
Key Position Responsibilities:
- Animal husbandry of rodents and small animal models
- Sanitizes caging systems animal rooms and support areas using automated and manual equipment
- Feeds and waters animals
- Handles and restrains animals according to instructions and protocol
- Maintains routine record keeping of such items as environmental condition animal inventory and daily husbandry activities
- Position may be responsible for euthanasia limited anesthesia physical exams and administering medication according to veterinary direction observing and communicating animal health conditions to appropriate personnel.
- Perform other professional duties assigned or requested
To be fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:
- A complete and accurate GSU application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Three professional references
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