Lab Animal Care Assistant

Department

website Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date / / 4 Posting Date / / 4 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EOO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@).

USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office.

Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2..1.2 and can be found online at policymanual / section8 / C / #p8.2. personnel conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at policymanual / section6 / C3 .

Duties / Responsibilities Duties / Responsibilities Feed, water and care for research animals (chickens / turkeys). Clean cages, rooms, isolation units and equipment in assigned areas.

Maintain assigned areas according to SOPs (in an orderly and sanitary manner). Routinely handle, restrain, relocate and transport animals within facilities.

Percentage of time Duties / Responsibilities Maintain accurate records including animal inventory, feed inventory, house pens, identification tags, cleaning solutions and care schedules.

Percentage of time Duties / Responsibilities Operate high pressure washer and disinfecting equipment. Grounds maintenance in summer and winter (policing area regularly).

Perform related work as directed by supervisor. Percentage of time

Position Details

Position Information Classification Title Temporary Technical Paraprofessional FLSA Non-Exempt UGA Job Code FTE . Minimum Qualifications Position Summary Feed, water and care for research animals (chickens / turkeys).

Clean cages, rooms, isolation units and equipment in assigned areas. Maintain assigned areas according to SOPs (in an orderly and sanitary manner).

Operate high pressure washer and disinfecting equipment. Routinely handle, restrain, relocate and transport animals within facilities.

Maintain accurate records including animal inventory, feed inventory, house pens, identification tags, cleaning solutions and care schedules.

Grounds maintenance in summer and winter (policing area regularly). Perform related work as directed by supervisor. Relevant / Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card?

No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of or direct patient care?

• No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia;
• confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for;

and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Brent Lovern Recruitment Contact Email izudropd@ Recruitment Contact Phone