Full-Time

Agricultural/Animal

Updated on 12/5/2024

Medical University of South Carolina

Medical University of South Carolina

Compensation Overview

$32.7k - $60.5kAnnually

Entry

Charleston, SC, USA

Category
Veterinary Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Requirements
  • A high school diploma and one year of experience in agricultural research or animal care that is directly related to the area of employment.
  • An associate degree in animal health technology or a discipline related to agriculture may be substituted for the required work experience.
  • Certification as a laboratory animal technician may be required for positions responsible for the care of laboratory animals.
Responsibilities
  • Provide consistently high standards of animal husbandry and step-in to cover husbandry gaps when required.
  • Perform husbandry procedures for USDA species according to DLAR SOPs.
  • Ensure animal care is completed as scheduled established SOPs.
  • Perform daily health checks of animals and report any abnormal findings or unusual behavior per established workflows.
  • Effectively and professionally communicate with research staff regarding the status of their animals through verbal, written, or electronic means. (Weaning, animal arrival notifications, etc.)
  • Ensure animal cages, bottles, and caging accessories are changed according to schedule and that soiled items are immediately transported to cage wash.
  • Ensure proper diets are fed and water is readily available as required.
  • Ensure enrichment is provided unless otherwise specified.
  • Ensure vent racks are connected to allow air flow and automatic watering, if applicable.
  • Ensure all breeding and overcrowded policies are being followed in accordance with DLAR SOPs.
  • Ensure cages are labeled for weaning overcrowding, etc.
  • Ensure accurate recording of room info, i.e.: census sheets, cage cards (animal sex), and room logs.
  • Ensure proper procedures are followed to ensure appropriate animal care for projects that include special animal populations. (i.e.: immunocompromised animals, etc.)
  • Ensure proper procedures for projects that include administration of biohazards to animals are followed.
  • Ensure newly arrived animals are housed correctly and in a timely manner.
  • Perform daily monitoring of automatic watering system, coolers and other support equipment.
  • Coordinate animal/rack transfers with facility supervisors.
  • Ensure all protocol related deviations are followed.
  • Maintain established cleaning and sanitization standards within facility.
  • Ensure all sweeping, mopping, garbage removal, and washing tasks assigned are complete according to DLAR SOP.
  • Ensure all animal housing supplies, food bins, and other animal care related equipment are sanitized according to DLAR SOP.
  • Stock supplies throughout facility and assist in inventory control; notify facility supervisor of supply and ordering needs.
  • Follow established PPE policies and procedures throughout the vivarium.
  • Appropriately mix and use all cleaning solutions according to established DLAR SOPs and/or manufacturers' instructions.
  • Assist in room prep and H2O2 disinfection for assigned animal rooms.
  • Properly dispose of all expired chemicals.
  • Ensure CO2 tanks are adequately stocked and are operational.
  • Collaborate with supervisors and research staff to identify personnel training needs.
  • Ensure completion of mandatory/required training.
  • When required, clearly and accurately explain and demonstrate work procedures, expected performance, and basic knowledge to perform husbandry operations in accordance with DLAR SOP.
  • When required, train new employees and PIs on basic techniques pertinent to each species.
  • When required, conduct training of facility and investigative staff on appropriate PPE, equipment, safety-related SOPs, and OSHA safety standards.
  • Ensure employee compliance with of existing DLAR SOPs and SOP updates.
  • Ensure accuracy of animal identification and census information.
  • Keeping accurate animal health, husbandry, and environmental records.
  • Maintain accurate equipment, supply, and facility documents (e.g., maintenance records, expiration dates)
  • Maintain inventory of caging, equipment, and supplies for assigned animal rooms.
  • Under the guidance of the supervisor, provide absentee support for animal care technicians and cage wash staff (often in other facilities).
  • Provide back-up for supervisors when required. This can include sending email notifications/communication and monitoring of animal rooms and other duties as requested.
  • Check and report any issues to the program manager.
  • Perform euthanasia of rodents as directed.
  • Perform minor veterinary treatments as directed.
  • Efficiently collect appropriate sentinel samples as
  • Ensure completion of mandatory/required training.
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