Part-time Animal Caretaker - Comparative Medicine
h1bspanAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:/span/b/h1ullih2spanCURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please /spana target="_blank" href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url#61;https%3A%2F%2Fwww.myworkday.com%2Fpsu%2Fd%2Finst%2F13102!CK5mGhIKBggDEMenAhIICgYI1A0QlAE~%2Fcacheable-task%2F2997%242151.htmldamp;data#61;04%7C01%7Crkh108%40psu.edu%7C4eae4f0ec9854dd03b6808d9663d0c90%7C7cf48d453ddb4389a9c1c115526eb52e%7C0%7C0%7C637653234648617444%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000amp;sdata#61;ihfyj3RWdygcmKbBKfMoQiAcAxoZTL%2Fa9dsLJTZvEBQ%3Damp;reserved#61;0"spanlogin to Workday/span/aspan to complete thea target="_blank" href="https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/EfiwgKReZ4VAjprFZPKWUm0Bq_sU3KzTmERfpryq0esPKQ" internal application process/a/spanspan. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. /span/h2/li/ulp style="text-align:inherit"/pullih2spanCURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please/span a target="_blank" href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url#61;https%3A%2F%2Fwww.myworkday.com%2Fpsu%2Fd%2Finst%2F13102!CK5mGhIKBggDEMenAhIICgYI1A0QkwE~%2Fcacheable-task%2F23748%245.htmld%23TABINDEX%3D0amp;data#61;04%7C01%7Crkh108%40psu.edu%7C4eae4f0ec9854dd03b6808d9663d0c90%7C7cf48d453ddb4389a9c1c115526eb52e%7C0%7C0%7C637653234648637442%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000amp;sdata#61;wChxz3SXc%2F99%2BgXQFsovztGrTOzodVW2mRVTZHPgZrA%3Damp;reserved#61;0"spanlogin to Workday/span/aspan to complete the/span a target="_blank" href="https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/Eeys15Xva4hFokHVtbP1eGIB5i1WFLc-J3k9KHgrFYZ7mg"student application process./a Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday./h2/li/ulp style="text-align:inherit"/pullih2If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete a target="_blank" href="https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf"the application process for external applicants/a./h2/li/ulp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ppbspanApproval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see a href="https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/flexible-work-arrangements/out-of-state-notice?utm_source#61;workdayamp;utm_medium#61;reqamp;utm_campaign#61;Oct23amp;utm_id#61;out-of-state" target="_blank"Notice to Out of State Applicants/a. /span/b/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bJOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:/b/ppThe Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Comparative Medicine, in Hershey, PA is seeking a part time animal caretaker./pullipSanitize animal facility caging and equipment by the use of operating cage washing equipment. /p/lilipMaintain maintenance logs and daily temperature logs. /p/lilipSet up, operate and service cage washing machines and sterilizing equipment as needed. /p/lilipLoad, unload and store food, bedding and other facility equipment. /p/lilipCheck cages and other equipment for needed repair. Clean and repair equipment for daily service such as cage washers, autoclaves, bottle filling stations, and bedding dispensers. /p/lilipAssemble caging supplies with properly sterilized feed, bedding and water (acidified or autoclaved) in a manner that assures that they remain sterile throughout the handling process. /p/lilipFollow standardized procedures; assure that animal waste is disposed of properly. /p/lilipProvide animal related equipment to personnel to ensure appropriate schedules are maintained. /p/lilipMaintain various records of supplies used for the purpose of cleaning, sanitizing, repairing and or dispensing of waste materials. /p/lilipComply with animal facility and Penn State Hershey medical center policies and standard operating procedures. /p/lilipMaintain cage wash rooms, animal rooms and facility hallways in a clean state. /p/lilipOperate battery powered cart and/or University motor vehicle (box truck/pickup truck) as necessary. /p/lilipComply with animal facility and Penn State College of Medicine policies and standard operating procedures. /p/lilipAttend meeting and training sessions on all aspects of laboratory animal care and uses of animals in biomedical research as assigned by the management staff. /p/lilipPerform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. /p/lilipWork with a variety of animals, including handling, restraint, feeding, watering and the general husbandry of the animals. /p/lilipChange cages or pens following aseptic and conventional technician and assure animals are not contaminated when outside of their primary enclosure. /p/lilipWill perform duties within various animal biosafety levels. Will follow posting pre-cautions and wear provided PPE. /p/lilipRecord critical facility data on a daily basis which is required by local, state and federal regulatory agencies. /p/li/ulp/ppThis is an entry level position, some experience in the cleaning or care and handling of animals is preferred. This position requires the knowledge and ability to learn to use various technical animal care and research equipment, including cage washers, autoclaves, class II bio-safety cabinets, ventilated cage rack systems, and micro isolator cages. /pp/ppThis position requires proficient verbal and written English and mathematic skills pertinent to the duties of this position and situations encountered in the animal facility. Demonstrate proficiency for core SOP’s. Requires the ability to work independently and in a team setting. Customer-focused attitude and enjoy working with other similarly dedicated persons is a must. Requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and requires long periods of standing. /ppThe animal facility has a variety of environmental conditions including exposure to noise, dust, chemical, heat and animal waste products. The use of appropriate protective clothing and equipment may be required and will be provided when required along with the proper training. Work requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have a valid driver’s license./ppspanShift: /span/pp/ppspanThis is a part time temporary position, 40 hours a week, up to 28 weeks. /span/ppspanShift: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday./span/pp/ppThe following clearances must be successfully completed for this position: /pulliPennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check /liliPennsylvania Child Abuse History/liliFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check /li/ulp br /The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. /pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bCAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: /b/pdivp style="text-align:left"Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review a target="_blank" href="https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports"here/a./pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. /pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bEEO IS THE LAW/b/pp style="text-align:left"Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473./pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"a target="_blank" href="https://affirmativeaction.psu.edu/files/2022/01/Federal-Contractors-Labor-Law-Poster.pdf"Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster/a/pp style="text-align:left"a target="_blank" href="https://affirmativeaction.psu.edu/files/2022/01/PA-State-Labor-Law-Poster.pdf"PA State Labor Law Poster/a/pp style="text-align:left"a target="_blank" href="https://policy.psu.edu/policies/hr11"Affirmative Action/a/pp style="text-align:left"a target="_blank" href="https://policy.psu.edu/"Penn State Policies/a/pp style="text-align:left"a target="_blank" href="https://www.psu.edu/copyright-information"Copyright Information/a/pp style="text-align:left"a target="_blank" href="https://www.psu.edu/hotlines"Hotlines/a/pp style="text-align:inherit"/p/divHershey, PA h1bspanAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:/span/b/h1ullih2spanCURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please /spana target="_blank" href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url#61;https%3A%2F%2Fwww.myworkday.com%2Fpsu%2Fd%2Finst%2F13102!CK5mGhIKBggDEMenAhIICgYI1A0QlAE~%2Fcacheable-task%2F2997%242151.htmldamp;data#61;04%7C01%7Crkh108%40psu.edu%7C4eae4f0ec9854dd03b6808d9663d0c90%7C7cf48d453ddb4389a9c1c115526eb52e%7C0%7C0%7C637653234648617444%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000amp;sdata#61;ihfyj3RWdygcmKbBKfMoQiAcAxoZTL%2Fa9dsLJTZvEBQ%3Damp;reserved#61;0"spanlogin to Workday/span/aspan to complete thea target="_blank" href="https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/EfiwgKReZ4VAjprFZPKWUm0Bq_sU3KzTmERfpryq0esPKQ" internal application process/a/spanspan. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. /span/h2/li/ulp style="text-align:inherit"/pullih2spanCURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please/span a target="_blank" href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url#61;https%3A%2F%2Fwww.myworkday.com%2Fpsu%2Fd%2Finst%2F13102!CK5mGhIKBggDEMenAhIICgYI1A0QkwE~%2Fcacheable-task%2F23748%245.htmld%23TABINDEX%3D0amp;data#61;04%7C01%7Crkh108%40psu.edu%7C4eae4f0ec9854dd03b6808d9663d0c90%7C7cf48d453ddb4389a9c1c115526eb52e%7C0%7C0%7C637653234648637442%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000amp;sdata#61;wChxz3SXc%2F99%2BgXQFsovztGrTOzodVW2mRVTZHPgZrA%3Damp;reserved#61;0"spanlogin to Workday/span/aspan to complete the/span a target="_blank" href="https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/Eeys15Xva4hFokHVtbP1eGIB5i1WFLc-J3k9KHgrFYZ7mg"student application process./a Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday./h2/li/ulp style="text-align:inherit"/pullih2If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete a target="_blank" href="https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf"the application process for external applicants/a./h2/li/ulp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/ppbspanApproval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see a href="https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/flexible-work-arrangements/out-of-state-notice?utm_source#61;workdayamp;utm_medium#61;reqamp;utm_campaign#61;Oct23amp;utm_id#61;out-of-state" target="_blank"Notice to Out of State Applicants/a. /span/b/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bJOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:/b/ppThe Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Comparative Medicine, in Hershey, PA is seeking a part time animal caretaker./pullipSanitize animal facility caging and equipment by the use of operating cage washing equipment. /p/lilipMaintain maintenance logs and daily temperature logs. /p/lilipSet up, operate and service cage washing machines and sterilizing equipment as needed. /p/lilipLoad, unload and store food, bedding and other facility equipment. /p/lilipCheck cages and other equipment for needed repair. Clean and repair equipment for daily service such as cage washers, autoclaves, bottle filling stations, and bedding dispensers. /p/lilipAssemble caging supplies with properly sterilized feed, bedding and water (acidified or autoclaved) in a manner that assures that they remain sterile throughout the handling process. /p/lilipFollow standardized procedures; assure that animal waste is disposed of properly. /p/lilipProvide animal related equipment to personnel to ensure appropriate schedules are maintained. /p/lilipMaintain various records of supplies used for the purpose of cleaning, sanitizing, repairing and or dispensing of waste materials. /p/lilipComply with animal facility and Penn State Hershey medical center policies and standard operating procedures. /p/lilipMaintain cage wash rooms, animal rooms and facility hallways in a clean state. /p/lilipOperate battery powered cart and/or University motor vehicle (box truck/pickup truck) as necessary. /p/lilipComply with animal facility and Penn State College of Medicine policies and standard operating procedures. /p/lilipAttend meeting and training sessions on all aspects of laboratory animal care and uses of animals in biomedical research as assigned by the management staff. /p/lilipPerform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. /p/lilipWork with a variety of animals, including handling, restraint, feeding, watering and the general husbandry of the animals. /p/lilipChange cages or pens following aseptic and conventional technician and assure animals are not contaminated when outside of their primary enclosure. /p/lilipWill perform duties within various animal biosafety levels. Will follow posting pre-cautions and wear provided PPE. /p/lilipRecord critical facility data on a daily basis which is required by local, state and federal regulatory agencies. /p/li/ulp/ppThis is an entry level position, some experience in the cleaning or care and handling of animals is preferred. This position requires the knowledge and ability to learn to use various technical animal care and research equipment, including cage washers, autoclaves, class II bio-safety cabinets, ventilated cage rack systems, and micro isolator cages. /pp/ppThis position requires proficient verbal and written English and mathematic skills pertinent to the duties of this position and situations encountered in the animal facility. Demonstrate proficiency for core SOP’s. Requires the ability to work independently and in a team setting. Customer-focused attitude and enjoy working with other similarly dedicated persons is a must. Requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and requires long periods of standing. /ppThe animal facility has a variety of environmental conditions including exposure to noise, dust, chemical, heat and animal waste products. The use of appropriate protective clothing and equipment may be required and will be provided when required along with the proper training. Work requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have a valid driver’s license./ppspanShift: /span/pp/ppspanThis is a part time temporary position, 40 hours a week, up to 28 weeks. /span/ppspanShift: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday./span/pp/ppThe following clearances must be successfully completed for this position: /pulliPennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check /liliPennsylvania Child Abuse History/liliFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check /li/ulp br /The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. /pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bCAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: /b/pdivp style="text-align:left"Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review a target="_blank" href="https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports"here/a./pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. /pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bEEO IS THE LAW/b/pp style="text-align:left"Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473./pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"a target="_blank" href="https://affirmativeaction.psu.edu/files/2022/01/Federal-Contractors-Labor-Law-Poster.pdf"Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster/a/pp style="text-align:left"a target="_blank" href="https://affirmativeaction.psu.edu/files/2022/01/PA-State-Labor-Law-Poster.pdf"PA State Labor Law Poster/a/pp style="text-align:left"a target="_blank" href="https://policy.psu.edu/policies/hr11"Affirmative Action/a/pp style="text-align:left"a target="_blank" href="https://policy.psu.edu/"Penn State Policies/a/pp style="text-align:left"a target="_blank" href="https://www.psu.edu/copyright-information"Copyright Information/a/pp style="text-align:left"a target="_blank" href="https://www.psu.edu/hotlines"Hotlines/a/pp style="text-align:inherit"/p/divHershey, PA
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