Animal Research Technician I (Saturday - Wednesday Schedule)

About the position

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. For more information, go to med.nyu.edu, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters.
• Provides routine care of research animals.
• Monitors and controls environmental conditions.
• Maintains a variety of records (log of room activities).
• Monitors supplies for specific animal quarters.
• Assists with relocation of facility equipment and supplies.
• Assists in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements related to care of laboratory animals.
• Operates the supply van or other vehicle as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years experience in an animal research facility.
• Able to speak and write fluent English.
• AALAS certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) level required.
• 2 year college degree in an animal or biological sciences course of study may substitute for ALAT.
• Current and continued enrollment in such a program may substitute for the actual degree.
• 3 years of documented animal husbandry experience may substitute for ALAT.

Nice-to-haves

• Valid NYS Drivers License with a clean driving record.
• Prior experience truck and/or van driving of materials in shipping, receiving, and distribution preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.