Hiring Organization:
Emory University
Position Description:
Under the supervision of the colony manager will assist in managing a colony of approximately 1700 non human primates (NHP). The Research Specialist is responsible for collecting data and performing procedures that are pertinent to the health and stability of the breeding colonies. These responsibilities include but are not limited to, following standard operating procedures (SOP), collection and analysis of behavioral data, collection and processing of biological samples, tattooing, vaccinations, administering anesthesia and recovery, and maintaining lab database records. Employees in this classification may be required to work with, take specific precautions against and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.
Qualifications/Experience:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in a scientific field OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
Strong consideration given to those applicants that have previous or current nonhuman primate experience.
Knowledge of Excel and Word or comparable spreadsheet and word processing programs is also preferred.
Familiarity with primate behavior and data collection methods is a plus.
Position requires a high degree of motivation and ability to perform in a dynamic environment. Must be able to work independently and as a team in accomplishing daily tasks.
Additional Job Details:
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT THE YERKES FIELD STATION IN LAWRENCEVILLE, GA.
Hours: Mon- Fri 7:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M./
Holiday and weekend rotation required
This position involves:
Involve working with nonhuman primates (NHP), NHP tissue, body fluids and equipment contaminated by NHP.
Involve working outdoors and exposed to a range of weather conditions.
Involve work may be physically demanding and include procedures that involve pushing, pulling, and lifting animals up to 50 lbs or 25kg.
Involve working with animals
Salary/funding:
Minimum Hourly $ 14.759615
Minimum Annual $ 30700
Midpoint Hourly $ 19.615385
Midpoint Annual $ 40800
Contact Information:
Sissy Chikazawa2409 Taylor Lane
Lawrenceville, Georgia 30043
USA
Telephone Number:404-727-8008
Fax Number:404-727-9095
E-mail Address:sissy@rmy.emory.edu