Animal Training Specialist
Roles and Responsibilities:
· Train nonhuman primates for various husbandry tasks (e.g. shift into a new cage or transfer chute) using mostly positive reinforcement methods
· Train nonhuman primates to participate in research-related tasks as needed
· Provide guidance to investigators on behavior and training-related aspects of studies
· Teach operant conditioning skills and techniques to SNPRC staff to assist with daily husbandry and management
· Maintain animal training records and associated summaries in computerized database
· Read scientific journals and stay current with relevant literature
· Prepare and present seminars to departmental staff (e.g. annual presentations on general animal training and appropriate techniques when interacting with animals)
· Participate in staff meetings and journal club
· Perform other duties as assigned
Educational Requirements:
Required: Bachelor’s Degree from accredited four-year college or university with course work relevant to the field of assignment, and at least one year of applicable animal experience.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
· Will work directly with laboratory animals such as macaques and baboons.
· Will handle hazardous chemicals including Enviro-B and bleach.
· Will be required to lift 40+ pounds and carry for short distances without assistance.
· Will need to stand or walk for prolonged periods, pull and hold overhead cables, or climb ladders.
· Will perform work in outdoor weather conditions.
· May be exposed to infectious agents including Herpes B Virus and Simian Retrovirus, HIV, and Hepatitis B & C.
· Will participate in a medical monitoring and surveillance program. Immunization for Hepatitis B is required unless waived by the employee.
Link:
https://txbiomed.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/270?c=txbiomed