ANML TCHN (Animal Technician - Husbandry Services)

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Posted: 30-Dec-23

Location: Davis, California

Salary: Open

Categories:

Research - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 4899810

ANML TCHN (Animal Technician - Husbandry Services)
Job Summary
Department Purpose
The California National Primate Research Center is an Organized Research Unit that conducts interdisciplinary research programs on significant human health related problems where nonhuman primates are the animal models of choice. In addition to its major efforts in the area of research, the Primate Center is also committed to its missions of teaching and service.
Job Summary
Under supervision of the Animal Care Supervisor, perform routine animal care tasks in the indoor animal colony with duties that include observing animals for abnormal behavior, health monitoring, feed animals, and clean animal rooms and cages. Provide basic animal care, technical and experimental assistance. Provide routine animal care, technical and experimental project support services and study support services to research Principal Investigators (PIs), which includes performing technical laboratory animal procedures requiring various levels of biohazard containment in the indoor nonhuman primate colony, such as monitoring and assessing health condition and technical procedures.
Works under minimal supervision in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, industry standards governing animal research (NIH/OLAW/AAALAC) and all safety procedures according to NIH standards and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Familiarity with regulations, guidelines, and policies to ensure that animals are provided appropriate care to promote physical and psychological well-being and minimize discomfort. Employee is required to work with animals (nonhuman primates) that are either naturally or experimentally infected with potentially hazardous infectious agents such as HIV, SIV, Herpes B virus.
POSITION INFORMATION
Salary Range
$23.15/hr. - $27.25/hr.
No. of Positions
1
Appointment Type
STE/Limited
Percentage of Time
43% Variable
Shift Hours
Manager will advise
Location
Davis, CA
Union Representation
Yes - TX
Benefits Eligible
No
Apply by Date
01/12/24

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Repetitive lifting and/or moving loaded animal transfer cages weighing up to 45 pounds to cage elevations 7 feet high.
• Lift and move a 25 pound sack of chow.
• Push rolling cages that may weigh from 250-600 pounds.
• Perform diversified tasks that may require squatting, kneeling, bending, stooping or standing. - Restrain animals for prolonged periods of time.
• Position self to move and handle a variety of animals weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Substantial contact with animals, including repeated capture and prolonged restraint of animals. - Wear protective clothing for extended periods of time including: gown, coveralls, gloves, masks, face shields, goggles, sleeves and head covers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Measles vaccination or proof of illness required. This position is subject to Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy.
• Employee shall participate in required preventative medical and medical monitoring programs which may include blood tests, immunizations, TB screening, Blood borne and Airborne Pathogen training, etc., and are provided to meet Federal, State and University requirements.
• Must be willing to perform assigned duties in BioSafety Level (BSL) 2, or 3 facility where nonhuman primates may be either naturally or experimentally infected with potentially hazardous diseases such as HIV, SIV, or Herpes B virus.
• Restricted vacation during peak workload periods. Work irregular shifts, including weekends assigned weekend work schedules on rotation with other crew members, holidays, and evenings. Work overtime, occasional weekends on short notice.
• California National Primate Research Center employees are directly or indirectly engaged in the performance of work on Federal or State contracts and grants as well as periodically come into contact with controlled substances; and are expected to abide by the UC Policy on Substance Abuse, the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, and the State Drug Free Workplace Act of 1990.
• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Minimum License/Certification:

• Eligible to obtain certification to be certified as a laboratory Animal Technician by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) within one year from date of hire.

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Six months to one year of relevant work experience in animal care or equivalent combination of education and training.
• Work experience in performing animal care husbandry duties, which includes having considerable knowledge of the care, feeding, and handling of laboratory animals; considerable knowledge of the biology and physical characteristics of a wide variety of animals used in research and teaching.
• Applied experience and ability to handle laboratory animals in a manner that avoids injury to self or animals, and to exercise basic principles of animal care related to disease control, pest control, sanitation and environmental enrichment.
• Experience to recognize changes in animal physical appearance or behavior, which includes the ability to recognize signs of illness or abnormality as well as to make accurate observations.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :

• Ability to be kind and humane is important in working with animals involved in scientific research. Ability to be patient helps to calm nervous or frightened animals during testing or if they are ill.
• Skills to handle laboratory animals in a manner that avoids injury to self or animals, and to exercise basic principles of animal health care related to disease control, sanitation and environmental enrichment.
• Ability to describe and record observations, calculations, and findings clearly and accurately is key; Knowledge of animal related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to record data in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) Guidelines.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Preferred License/Certification:

• Animal Technician (ALAT) or Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) certifications.

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Experience in specialty area such as nonhuman primate facilities, barrier, hazard containment and animal facility.
• Animal husbandry experience working with nonhuman primates ranging from infants to juveniles, to adult animals (indoor/outdoor housing areas).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :

• Knowledge of NIH, OLAW, USDA regulations and AALAS practices and Protocols pertaining to primate non-human animal models.
• Skill to pay strict attention to detail and knowledge to recognize changes in animal physical appearance or behavior.
• Effective communications skills (written and oral) to convey animal care related issues to Colony Management and academic research professionals that include employing skills in customer service and have a collaborative attitude and maintain effective working relationships; and ability to follow oral and written instructions given by shift supervisors, manager, and/or faculty/researchers.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Background Check
This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
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Salary Range
$23.15/hr. - $27.25/hr.
No. of Positions
1
Appointment Type
STE/Limited
Percentage of Time
43% Variable
Shift Hours
Manager will advise
Location
Davis, CA
Union Representation
Yes - TX
Benefits Eligible
No
Apply by Date
01/12/24
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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
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