Back to Jobs search

Animal Research Technician

System One • Athens, GA • 4d ago

Job Title: Animal Research Technician

Location: Athens, GA

Hours/Schedule: M-F 8-4:30

Type: Contract

Responsibilities

Complies with applicable regulations and company policies. Documents and maintains records of animal care, preventive medicine, USDA-required, and study protocol-driven documents. Provides animal husbandry and care including provision of feed, water, and enrichment materials. Maintains, adjusts, and repairs animal pens, feeders, drinking systems, and livestock handling equipment. Performs cleaning and sanitation of animal rooms and equipment. May provide supervision of junior team members upon delegation from Group/Team Leader or site management.

Restrains and manipulates animals for routine and emergency procedures. Recognizes when animals are sick, distressed or otherwise abnormal and communicates these observations to the Site Veterinarian or Group/Team Leader. Conducts daily animal health and welfare assessments. Administers treatment to animals at the direction of the Site Veterinarian or delegate.

Conducts scientific clinical observations and disease outcome assessments. May administer experimental treatment articles in accordance with study protocols. Records all scientific information on documents provided with study protocols or standard department forms as appropriate.

Under supervision, may administer and monitor sedation, and may conduct euthanasia in accordance with study protocols and at direction of Site Veterinarian or delegate.

May perform site biosecurity functions including water system sanitation, bagged feed and fomite decontamination, and environmental auditing sample collection.

Assists with clinical R&D sample collection pre- and post-mortem in accordance with study protocols and direction of Investigator or delegate. Sample @types may include but are not limited to blood, feces, oral fluids, nasal, tonsillar, or laryngeal swabs, tissues, etc. Assists with necropsies at direction of Site Veterinarian or delegate.

Requirements

Physical Demands / Surroundings - This position requires the ability to work in extreme environments (hot, cold, noisy, humid, etc.) with a high priority focused on biosecurity, attention to detail, and timeliness.

Individual must demonstrate persistence and energy in a dynamic, fast-paced, and demanding work environment.

Some heavy lifting is required, and must be able to lift up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 50 pounds frequently.

Travel outside of local area is rarely required.

Must be willing to work directly with animals during ante-mortem and post-mortem procedures.

This person must not have allergies to animals or livestock/feed dust.

Visual Demands - Must be able to read and see clearly. Prescription eye wear is allowed.

Temperament / Mental Requirements- Must be able to maintain even temperament when working with livestock.

Position requires willingness to learn at a rapid pace.

Individual must be results oriented, cooperative, and a systematic thinker.

Must be able to work in a multi-disciplinary matrix environment and value the importance of teamwork.

Must exhibit sound judgment and analytical thinking.

This person must demonstrate ability to manage processes, projects, and to function well in a team or committee role.

Education:

This position requires a High School diploma or equivalent degree (GED).

Benefits

System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.

Ref: #558-Scientific

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Similar Jobs

3rd shift In Process Validation Technician - PAINT

Caterpillar, Inc. • Athens, GA • 1w ago

IT & Engineering

Career Area: Operations Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are...

1w ago

Go to Apply

2nd shift In Process Validation Technician - PAINT

Caterpillar, Inc. • Athens, GA • 1w ago

IT & Engineering

1w ago

Go to Apply

Manufacturing Engineer 1

Actalent • Athens, GA • 3w ago

IT & Engineering

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer 1Job Description The role of a Manufacturing Engineer is to apply engineering theories and principles to solve problems related to industrial layout and manufacturing production. This po...

3w ago

Go to Apply

Manufacturing Engineer 1

Actalent • Bogart, GA • 4w ago

IT & Engineering

4w ago

Go to Apply

Retail Stocking Supervisor

Harbor Freight Tools • Athens, GA • 5h ago

Retail & Hospitality

167332BRPosting Title:Retail Stocking SupervisorJob Description: A Supervisor (full-time) is a valued member of a high performing team who is empowered & equipped to do their job. You will know why your work matters...

5h ago

Go to Apply

Adjunct Instructor- Interior Design

Athens Technical College • Athens, GA • 23h ago

Adjunct Job Announcement Position: Interior Design Adjunct Instructor Location: Athens Campus Department: Division of Business, Industry, & Technology Reports to: Program Chair for Interior Design and Divisional Acad...

23h ago

Go to Apply

Territory Sales Manager

Chadwell Supply • Athens, GA • 1d ago

Management & Administrative

Smart, Innovative, and Hard-working? Perfect! We are growing and need the right people with the right mindset. Join our family and find a home where you will enjoy working with your peers, be challenged to work hard, and...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Product Sales Manager - Industrial

Eaton Corporation • Athens, GA • 1d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Eaton's IS AER ITD division is currently seeking a Product Sales Manager - Industrial. The expected annual salary range for this role is $101999.97 - $149599.96 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable (SIP)...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Manufacturing Operator

J&J Family of Companies • Athens, GA • 2d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

At Johnson & Johnson,?we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a?world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,?where treatments are smarter and les...

2d ago

Go to Apply

3rd Shift Food Service Worker- Pilgrims (GA, Athens)

Five Star Breaktime Solutions • Athens, GA • 5d ago

Retail & Hospitality

3rd Shift Food Service Worker- Pilgrims (GA, Athens)GA, Athens Five Star Breaktime Solutions is dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences to our customers. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer...

5d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.