Animal Caretaker/Vivarium Assistant

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Job Title:

Animal Caretaker/Vivarium Assistant

Department:

Pharmaceutical Sciences

College/Division:

College Of Pharmacy

Primary Job Posting Location:

Atlanta, GA 30341

Additional Job Posting Locations:

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details:

The College of Pharmacy is searching for an Animal Caretaker and Vivarium Assistant on the Atlanta, Georgia campus.

Responsibilities

The Animal Caretaker / Vivarium Assistant supports the Director of Vivarium in the daily operation and maintenance of animal care facilities. This position is responsible for performing routine animal husbandry activities to ensure the health, welfare, and proper care of research animals. Duties include: monitoring environmental conditions, conducting health and welfare checks, maintaining adequate food and water supplies, changing cages, operating cage-washing equipment, and ensuring cleanliness and compliance within colony rooms. The incumbent works collaboratively and professionally with faculty, researchers, and trainees to support animal care protocols and the successful conduct of research activities.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED and some relevant experience are required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Must be able to learn and apply basic principles and practices of laboratory animal care and facility maintenance.
• Basic Computer skills.
• Ability to learn and to work with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and animal care protocols.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform routine tasks accurately and consistently.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary animal care environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to perform physical duties including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling supplies, feed, bedding, and cages, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must be able to work with disinfectants, germicides, and cleaning agents commonly used in the animal care facility.

Background Check Contingencies:

• Criminal History Check

Document Attachments:

• Resume/CV
• List of references with contact information

About Mercer University

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and  so much more!

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Job Family:

Staff Research and Lab Services Non-exempt

EEO Statement:

EEO/Veteran/Disability