Animal Care Technician II - Main Station

Animal Care Technician II - Main Station (Emory University)

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Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world‑class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Dedicated to discovering causes, preventing, treating, and curing disease, Emory National Primate Research Center (EPC) is improving human and animal health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, EPC conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). The Division of Animal Resources at the Emory National Primate Research Center at Emory University is currently seeking a full‑time Animal Care Technician II to join our dedicated Animal Care team to assist with husbandry and activities related to the daily operations of the NHP.

Observing all established guidelines for proper care and welfare of the animals, the ideal candidate will be motivated, dependable, detail‑oriented, have a positive attitude, and compassion for both animals and people. If you are someone with lab animal experience (preferably NHP) who is familiar with animal observations and cage wash duties, this is an amazing opportunity to indirectly save and change lives and make a positive impact in the science and research community.

• Perform routine and specialized duties associated with animal care, including feeding, medicating, cleaning, restraint, and transportation.
• Maintain adequate inventory of necessary supplies and equipment.
• Observe animal behavior and conditions, collect specimens, and provide technical assistance to research and veterinary personnel.
• Perform minor repairs and maintain animal housing facility.
• May train and supervise new technicians.
• May drive utility vehicles to transport animals and supplies, ensuring safe operation, daily inspection, and vehicle cleanliness.
• Perform related responsibilities as required.
• Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against, and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.

• A high school diploma or equivalent and two years of animal husbandry/care experience OR certification as Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) and two years of animal husbandry/care experience OR four years of animal husbandry/care experience.
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Positions within this classification may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.
• Positions in this classification may require three years of transportation and routing experience in lieu of animal husbandry/care experience.

• Demonstrates outstanding working habits, including the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrates ability to work in an animal research environment requiring continuous contact with animals.
• Demonstrates ability to understand established guidelines for humane care and welfare of laboratory animals as described by AAALAC.
• Working knowledge of hygiene principles, safety protocols, and basic animal husbandry.
• Communication skills, including the ability to write and understand English and to follow written and oral instructions.
• Certifications issued by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS).
• Experience working in a biosafety environment.
• Demonstrated computer skills proficiency.

• Hours/Weekends/Holidays - 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, alternating weekends and holidays.
• This position has an indoor/outdoor work environment that may require working in inclement weather conditions.
• This position also requires exposure to biohazards and potentially dangerous animals.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Requires the ability to lift up to 75 lbs and…