Assistant Supervisor

Animal Tech III - Band C

Center for Animal Resources and Education

Who We Are

The Center for Animal Resources and Education (CARE) at Cornell University is a service and a resource to the

AAALAC International -accredited Cornell research and teaching community. CARE provides high quality animal care and veterinary services, and advises and educates researchers, staff and students on animal experimentation issues while promoting best practices for the responsible use of animals.

These actions result in quality science merging with animal welfare.

For the benefit of human and animal health, the mission of CARE is to ensure quality animal care and welfare while serving the Cornell research and teaching community through education and collaboration.

Who We Are

The Center for Animal Resources and Education (CARE) at Cornell University is a service and a resource to the

AAALAC International -accredited Cornell research and teaching community. CARE provides high quality animal care and veterinary services, and advises and educates researchers, staff and students on animal experimentation issues while promoting best practices for the responsible use of animals.

These actions result in quality science merging with animal welfare.

For the benefit of human and animal health, the mission of CARE is to ensure quality animal care and welfare while serving the Cornell research and teaching community through education and collaboration.

What You Will Do

• While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences;
• being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective;

speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work / life integration of oneself and others.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Demonstrated proper handling and / or restraint techniques for different species as well as the sanitation procedures critical to the wellbeing of the animals housed within various animal facilities.

Provide daily animal observation and report any health concern, abnormality, behavior change and / or mortality according to Standard Operating Procedures designed to provide optimum animal care according to Federal and State regulations and guidelines.

Possess a complete understanding of Animal Care and Use Procedures for assigned facilities.

Supply food and water to animals on a daily basis, as well as maintaining clean animal cages.

Handle animals with unique housing requirements.

Work independently with barrier and containment systems (BSL2 and / or BSL3) that require accurate and thorough work to prevent contamination.

Serve as an Assistant / Backup Supervisor (See details below)

Participate in husbandry weekend coverage on a rotating basis.

Serve as an institutional resource to the Cornell community for complying with regulatory requirements.

Document animal health and regulatory activities in paper and electronic.

Interact with and train individuals of diverse education and skill levels.

Maintain annual training certifications and attend national continuing education such as AALAS.

Act as assistant supervisor in cases where the supervisor is not available or is unable to handle a particular task. These tasks should be managed between the supervisor and the back up for a seamless execution of day-to-day operations in each facility.

Communication between the parties is key to the success of this arrangement. Tasks will include assistance with facility oversight, eSirius system entries and management of the facility operations.

What We Need

We ask you to submit a cover letter and resume outlining your interest in this position and explaining how your experience and qualifications match the position requirements.

When reviewing your materials and evaluating your candidacy, we will look for evidence of the following :

Experience in and / or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.

Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities, including communities of color.

Ability to serve as an advocate for individuals of all ethnicities, genders, ages, and backgrounds.

Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Associate degree, formal training beyond a high school diploma of 1-2 years or 2 years of college coursework.

Experience in veterinary medicine working with multiple species, such as rodents, cats, dogs, cows, pigs, sheep, poultry, horses, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.

Up to 2 years’ experience working in husbandry facilities.

Ability to be flexible, open, and receptive to new ideas and approaches; adapts to changing priorities, situations and demands;

adapts to changing schedule and tasks with short notice.

Service oriented, good communication skills, detail oriented, positive attitude and understanding of how behavior affects others, and proficiency with word processing, email, and spreadsheets.

Interest or experience in rodent breeding, health monitoring and colony management.

Interest or experience in teaching and training.

Ability to work weekends / holidays.

Ability and willingness to work with animals exposed to hazardous or zoonotic agents.

Ability to lift 50 lbs., Good fine motor skills.

Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office.

What We Prefer

Additionally, we would like to see evidence of :

Previous experience in laboratory animal medicine.

Experience or interest with eSirius, Softmouse, electronic medical record system, etc.

Veterinary technician certification and / or AALAS certification (preferred or eligible).

Familiarity with the Animal Welfare Act, Public Health Service policy, the Guide for Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, the Guide for the Care and Use of Agricultural Animals in Research and Teaching, and other applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines.

Rewards and Benefits

Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.

Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands.

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Our leave provisions include three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays : Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25 to January 1.

Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program.

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Important Notes about Applying

Please submit both a cover letter and a resume to be considered for this position.

The search committee will review applications as received and conduct interviews on a rolling basis.

There is no visa sponsorship available for this position.

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University Job Title :

Animal Tech III

Job Family : Health

Health

Level : Pay Rate Type :

Pay Rate Type : Hourly

Hourly

Pay Range : $21.22 - $23.46

$21.22 - $23.46

Remote Option Availability :

Onsite

Company : Contact Name :

Contact Name : Cathy Williammee

Cathy Williammee

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Prior relevant work or industry experience

Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position

Unique applicable skills

Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)

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2024-06-24

Last updated : 2024-06-24