NHP Specialist / Animal Technician III

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent, or;
• A minimum of three years' work experience in laboratory animal care, the husbandry of non-human primates, or some combination thereof.
• Additional Qualifications and Skills:
• Experience with NHP handling or husbandry preferred.
• Post-secondary education may count toward work experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required; must be able to communicate effectively with and relate to various personnel through the University.
• Basic computer skills required, including familiarity with navigating web-based applications.
• Certificates and Licenses:
• LAT certification preferred.
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Criminal, Pre-Placement Medical Evaluation
• Staying Informed About Your Application: Due to the high volume of applications, we may not always be able to reach out right away, but you can track your status anytime through the Careers@Harvard portal.
• Work Format Details
• This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
• Salary Grade and Ranges
• This position is salary grade level 050. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Additional Information

Responsible for the daily care of various laboratory animals, including non-human primates, mice, rats, rabbits and/or other species of laboratory animals as necessary. Duties include the husbandry, feeding, and watering of non-human primates, and all associated cage wash activities. May be required to work in ABSLII and/or quarantine animal areas. Other responsibilities include: Observing animals for abnormalities and sickness, and reporting such findings to the appropriate Supervisory or Veterinary personnel; Observing and reporting environmental deviations which would affect animal health and research projects (e.g. high temperature or humidity); Maintaining accurate records related to animal health, census, husbandry, equipment validation, etc.; Complying with federal, state, & local regulations concerning the humane care of research animals, as well as departmental safety policies, SOPs, and guidelines; Assisting veterinary and/or research staff with procedures or veterinary treatments as needed; Participating in the University's occupational health and environment safety programs; Interacting with online NHP water database to follow watering instructions and document task completion; Training and mentoring new hires in animal husbandry and facility support duties; All other duties including general housekeeping as assigned by the Supervisor. Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift 50lbs and push/pull up to 300lbs routinely. Must be able to walk or stand for a full 7.5-hour shift. Must be able to perform in an environment with exposure to animals, animal dander, animal byproducts and bedding materials for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including respiratory equipment (e.g. N95 mask or PAPR), if/when necessary.

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