Research Animal Technician in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at University of Pittsburgh

Research Animal Technician

Med-Neurobiology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26003321)

Department of Neurobiology | University of Pittsburgh

Job Summary

Trains non-human primates and other large animals to facilitate research activities and assists with data collection. Assists in animal surgeries, clinical care, and routine veterinary procedures. Maintains laboratory spaces, completes all necessary documentation, and ensures compliance with all standards and regulations.

Essential Functions

We are seeking an energetic, hardworking, individual, to fill a Research Animal Technician position in the laboratory of Dr. Omar Gharbawie (Department of Neurobiology at University of Pittsburgh). The lab conducts research on non-human primates to understand how the brain controls movement. The successful candidate will have broad responsibilities including training non-human primates; maintaining animal well-being; assisting with experiments in awake and anesthetized monkeys; maintaining animal records; preparing for and assisting with sterile surgery; ordering supplies and managing inventory; and assisting with lab maintenance and cleaning. The successful applicant is expected to work one late evening every month. Strong teamwork skills and experience in handling non-human primates are necessary. Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable: animal training, anesthesia, intubation, catheterization, and animal surgery. Salary will be determined based on qualifications.

Physical Effort

Must be able to lift 60 pounds. Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Research Animal Trainer

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Animal Research

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.), may need to work evenings or weekends

Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: Yes

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter