Animal Care Technician II, III, IV), Covington

Animal Care Technician (I, II, III, IV), Covington

Tulane National Primate Research Center - Veterinary Medicine

Location:

Covington, LA

The Division of Veterinary Medicine houses four position levels of Animal Care Technicians. Each level requires a combination of number of years of animal husbandry and/or laboratory animal care experience and education. Selection for available positions will be determined by the hiring committee and Animal Care managers and based on careful review of each candidate's resume and qualifications. Candidates will be provided with a full job description if selected for an interview.

Duties of the Animal Care Technician depend on the assignment of the level and include, but are not limited to:

Observes animal behavior and conditions, collects specimens and provides technical assistance to research and veterinary personnel. Serves as a resource in the management of a particular technical specialty such as mice or primates. Provides technical assistance to research and clinical medical personnel in the performance of research and emergency procedures. Collects blood, urine, and other required specimens from animals as requested for medical research.

ALL levels should have the required knowledge and skills listed below:

The TNPRC maintains biosafety level 3 facilities and performs work on diverse infectious agents many of which can cause serious disease in humans if standard operating procedures, including use of appropriate personal protective equipment, are not followed.

The education required for each level is listed below:

This position is classified as "non-exempt, hourly" and is assigned to pay grade 21. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being.

This position will close on the date it is filled.

Please Note:

Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at  or by email at hr.