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The California National Primate Research Center, CNPRC at UC Davis, is an Organized Research Unit that conducts interdisciplinary research programs on significant human health problems where non-human primates is the animal of choice. In addition to its major efforts in the area of research, the CNPRC is also committed to both UC Davis and NIH missions of teaching and service. Job Summary Under direction of the Animal Resources Supervisor provide
routine animal husbandry, experimental technical support, facility
sanitation, and custodial duties including assurance of animal safety in the
indoor and outdoor animal colony. POSITION INFORMATION
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Handle diversified tasks that may often require squatting, kneeling, bending, stooping or standing up to 8 hours per day. Position self to maneuver feeds and bedding materials. Drive and operate forklift and tractor Operate the Cage Washer Handle, move, and transport animals. Substantial contact with animals, including repeated capture and prolonged restraint of animals. Push rolling cages/racks that may weigh from 250-600 pounds. Lift and move sack of chow weighing 25 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT This position is subject to Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. TB test or chest x-ray, blood sample, counseling/orientation interview with Occupational Medicine is required before employment and annually thereafter. Employee shall participate in required preventative medical and medical monitoring programs to meet Federal, State and University requirements. Perform assigned duties in BioSafety Level (BSL) 1, 2, or 3 facility where nonhuman primates may be either naturally or experimentally infected with potentially hazardous infectious agents such as HIV, SIV, or Herpes B virus. Required to wear protective clothing and respirator in circumstances that require personal protection from infectious diseases and animals. Employee is personally responsible for following health and safety guidelines/instructions. Work indoors and outdoors on uneven ground daily throughout the year, including rain, warmer to hot temperatures, or cold weather that is consistent with Northern California climate. Restricted vacation during peak workload periods. Work irregular shifts, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and evenings on short notice. During working hours, carry an operable cellular phone & pager (as assigned). California National Primate Research Center employees are directly or indirectly engaged in the performance of work on Federal or State contracts and grants as well as periodically come into contact with controlled substances; and are expected to abide by the UC Policy on Substance Abuse, the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, and the State Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990. UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. QUALIFICATIONS Required: -American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS)
technician certification: Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) or
Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) or equivalent experience or possession of
certification within 1 year from date of hire. -Skills to effectively communicate with supervisors, peers and
subordinates. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Background Check This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
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Department Description |
The California National Primate Research Center, CNPRC at UC Davis, is an Organized Research Unit that conducts interdisciplinary research programs on significant human health problems where non-human primates is the animal of choice. In addition to its major efforts in the area of research, the CNPRC is also committed to both UC Davis and NIH missions of teaching and service. Job Summary Under direction of the Animal Resources Supervisor provide
routine animal husbandry, experimental technical support, facility
sanitation, and custodial duties including assurance of animal safety in the
indoor and outdoor animal colony. POSITION INFORMATION |
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