Animal Research Lab Technician

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides animal research support, animal health care, and facilities and equipment maintenance for the Clemson University animal research and teaching programs. Provides technical services as related to animal research. Complies with animal welfare regulations and institutional policies and guidelines. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

45% - Essential - Animal Care and Husbandry: Provides daily care of laboratory research animals. Feeds, waters, and performs daily observations of animals. Reports any abnormal observations to facility management. Maintains detailed and accurate records of daily activities involving research animals. Assists in the development of Standard Operating Procedures on species specific animal care and husbandry.

40% - Essential - Facility and Equipment Maintenance: Cleans and sanitizes caging, equipment, animal rooms, corridors, and support areas. Maintains the throughput of caging and equipment in the cage wash area. Assist in the preventative maintenance of various equipment and maintain detailed and accurate records of maintenance. Assists in the development of Standard Operating Procedures on equipment operation, cleaning, and maintenance.

15% - Essential - Technical Research Support: Provides technical support for research staff and students for specific procedures outlined in approved animal use protocols such as, but not limited to: injections, blood withdrawals, tissue collections, or other procedural support

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - High School or Equivalent and experience in agricultural research or animal care that is directly realated 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
Work Exp 1+ years

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Bachelor's Degree - Animal husbandry, biological sciences, agriculture, or related field
Work Exp 2+ years of experience in animal husbandry, agriculture, or related field

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.