Technician, Large Animal

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Posted Job Title
Technician, Large Animal
Job Profile Title
Technician, Animal Laboratory
Job Description Summary
University Laboratory Animal Resources at Penn Vet has an ongoing need for Technicians. This posting describes the basic responsibilities and requirements for this role. If you meet the qualifications outlined below and have an interest in being considered as positions become available, please apply to this posting. Your information will be reviewed, and you will be contacted if we would like to learn more about your background.
Under limited supervision this role provides care, manages, and oversees health and safety of all research and teaching animals and animal facilities at New Bolton Center. Monitoring housing, daily care, vaccinations, worming and hoof care. Order animal transport services. Order consumable animal care supplies. Monitor the movement of animals on campus and keep census records. Responsible to ensure compliance with university and Governmental policies. Participate in regulatory agency inspections and follow up with compliance issues.
Job Description
This position is located in Kennett Square, PA (Chester County) which is approximately 34 miles outside of Philadelphia. There is no public transportation to this location. You must have your own transportation. Free on-site parking is available.
Responsibilities include:​
Oversee daily animal husbandry; provide food, water, bedding, and clean trays as well and assist with vaccinations, worming, hoof care, shearing.
Assist in preparation and/or administration of medication and/or drug compounds.
Participate in regulatory agency animal inspections and coordinate improvement issues.
Coordinate and ensure compliance with university and regulatory agency policies.
Maintain accurate records of animal care, record data and perform other record keeping functions as directed.
Interact with all levels of faculty, and staff, external vendors.
Perform daily animal census based on movements of animals to/from various housing locations.
Observe animal conditions and report abnormal health and unsafe or unusual conditions.
Maintain/ repair, ULAR animal facilities and equipment.
Operate farm equipment.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED and 2-3 years of experience of equivalent combination of education and experience. 3-5 years of experience is preferred and large animal experience is required. Equine experience is preferred. Must be physically able to lift heavy objects above the shoulders. Must also be able to handle, catch and restrain animals and perform facilities repair, upkeep, and efficiently operate farm equipment. A valid driver’s license is required. Willing to accept occasional over-time assignments and shift assignments other than Monday through Friday.
Job Location - City, State
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Department / School
School of Veterinary Medicine
Pay Range
Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
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The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state