Trainer - Division of Animal Resources, School of Medicine

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. Description JOB DESCRIPTION: • Conducts ongoing individual and or/ small group skills training for new DAR staff members, conducts continuing education for DAR staff members, provides skills practice for Emory research staff, maintains required training activity records and certification registries. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • High School Diploma and four years of laboratory animal husbandry or related animal care experience which must include one year in a lead or supervisory capacity, AALAS Certification at the LAT level or higher is required. • This person must have knowledge of a broad range of husbandry procedures, basic research procedures, basic training techniques, regulatory requirements, and basic computer programs. • Performs and demonstrates many types of animal husbandry and related procedures, basic to intermediate animal research techniques, intermediate computer skills (including PowerPoint and learning database management), and excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Demonstrated ability in working with and mentoring/developing others. • Conducts work in a variety of environments. • Works with technicians (animal care, cagewash, and research) in animal housing and procedural rooms as well as classrooms. • Requires working in ABSL1 and ABSL2 environments. NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee. Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred. Apply Job!