Animal Facility Specialist
Atlanta, GA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Atlanta+GA+USA)
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Overview
Tanaq Management Services (TMS) delivers professional, scientific, and technical services and information technology (IT) solutions to federal agencies in the health, agriculture, technology, and other government services. TMS is a subsidiary of the St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) committed to serving Federal customers while also giving back to the Tanaq native community and shareholders.
About the Role
We are seeking an Animal Facility Specialist to be responsible for all daily activities required for the proper care and maintenance of the laboratory animal care and use program for our public health federal customer's facility. This position will also serve as backup support in animal care areas in the absence of floor supervisors. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to maintaining the highest standards in animal welfare practices.
This is an entirely onsite position at our customer's location in Atlanta, Georgia. This position is contingent on contract award.
Responsibilities
Provide oversight and supervision of cagewash staff, to include scheduling assignments and ensuring tasks are completed as directed.
Oversee cagewash equipment monitoring and accompanying documentation.
Assist in oversight of husbandry staff in the absence of the area supervisor, ensuring that all required functions are carried out appropriately.
Assist with animal care and husbandry duties.
Assist with training according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Ensure that Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are adhered to by the husbandry and cagewash staff and suggest modifications to program management.
Provide assistance with procedures, clinical support or other veterinarian directed treatments.
Provide information as needed to maintain adequate supply inventories (chemicals, food, bedding, etc.)
Perform quality control (QC) duties related to meeting requirements of supported areas and as directed.
Perform animal transportation duties if necessary.
Report any abnormal conditions of the animal facility or immediate vicinity to management.
Coordinate and schedule procedures, trainings and meetings as needed.
Participate in maintenance of record keeping systems including, but not limited to, notes, records and other important data.
Assist during various inspections and site visits.
Work flexible hours to ensure animal care is carried out in compliance with appropriate timelines to include weekend and holiday coverage.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Required Experience and Skills
Minimum 2 years of experience in a laboratory animal facility performing rodent and small animal husbandry required, plus non-human primate husbandry preferred.
Must have experience in areas of small animal and regulated species facilities management, clinical case management, technical procedures, breeding, barrier management, and data management.
Leadership experience preferred.
Must have a working knowledge of all levels of biohazard containment. Experience in ABSL-3 or ABSL-4 laboratories highly desired.
Be able to don and doff the required Personal Protective Equipment.
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and standard procedures.
Ability to work independently and within a team.
Ability to identify and address issues and deficiencies and implement effective solutions according to guidelines.
Ability to follow safety procedures and ensure standard policies and practices are followed.
Ability to obtain government clearance.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Must possess a valid driver's license with a clear and satisfactory driving record.
Must be able to wear a respirator.
Will be required to work with, take specific precautions against, and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.
Education and Training
High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) required.
Must be certified by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science as a Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT).
Physical Requirements
Ability to work flexible hours to ensure animal care is carried out in compliance with appropriate timelines to include weekend and holiday coverage.
Ability to lift up to 55 pounds (25 kilograms) frequently.
Strength and agility to capture, restrain, and carry medium-sized mammals without causing harm to the animal or self.
Must have no known allergies to animals, feed, or chemicals.
Walking, reaching, bending, and stooping.
May be exposed to Hazardous materials and will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to protect against exposure to pathogens and chemicals.
Ability to obtain necessary immunizations against vaccine-preventable diseases relevant to laboratory placement, including Hepatitis B, among others.
Ability to obtain respiratory clearance and fit testing may be required.
Must be able to work with hazardous chemicals and potentially infectious biological agents.
Who We Are
Tanaq Management Services (TMS) is a public health contractor, certified 8(a) business, owned by St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation. (ANC). We listen to our stakeholders and leverage our science, technology, communication, and program expertise to understand and provide feedback as we develop solutions.
Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination
Tanaq is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Tanaq complies with the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988 and E-Verify.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing any part of the application process, please email accommodation@tanaq.com to request a reasonable accommodation. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Notice on Candidate AI Usage
Tanaq is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive interview process for all candidates based on their experience, skills and education. To ensure the integrity of the interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during phone, in person and virtual interviews is not allowed. However, candidates who require a reasonable accommodation that may involve AI are required to contact us prior to their interview at accommodation@tanaq.com.
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