School of Medicine Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations. Be You. Duke University's Division of Laboratory Animal Resources DLAR is looking for animal husbandry technicians to join our dynamic organization. We are a team of highly trained individuals dedicated to the humane care and use of research animals. DLAR is committed to maintaining the highest quality laboratory animal program and serves as a resource center for Duke investigators and their labs. Daily, you will use strong customer service skills and enjoy working with similarly dedicated teammates within a high-energy research environment. Your customer-focused attitude, positive energy, and dedication to the research animals will be utilized in this rewarding opportunity, while you continue to learn and grow in an academic research support environment. Minimum Requirements High school diploma or equivalent. Must obtain ALAT certification or successfully complete the equivalent Duke internal certification program within 12 months of employment. ALAT certification is preferred. Preferred Qualifications Some experience in the care and handling of animals is preferred. Be Bold. Work Performed on-site position Daily, you will perform general husbandry duties involving the handling of conventional and genetically engineered animal models with varying health statuses, in compliance with DLAR and Duke policies and standard operating procedures. Specific duties may include: processing incoming animals, changing cages, maintaining animal rooms, operating cage wash and other facility equipment, performing animal health checks, monitoring overcrowded cages, participating in animal quarantine and health surveillance programs, reporting facility and environmental issues, performing routine euthanasia, and providing enrichment to the animals. You will be expected to document critical facility data daily as required by regulatory agencies and Duke standards and processes. You will be required to communicate professionally and respectfully, both verbally and in writ
