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Job Category

Job Category Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support

Department

Department Core Services - Animal Care

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Global Animal Health & Shipping Coordinator for the Office for Research.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Organizes non-commercial international and domestic animal shipments between external institutions for the University.
• Schedules and oversees all routine health monitoring for animal colonies and manages quarantine spaces.
• Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• At least two years’ experience in the animal research environment and coordinating health surveillance and shipping programs in the care and use of laboratory animals.

Certifications/Licenses

• AALAS certification at the LATg level (A bachelor’s degree plus three or more years of hands-on animal handling experience may be substituted for the LATg certification).
• Use of personal vehicle in order to travel for business demands; a valid driver’s license would be required for this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with restraint, handling, and veterinary care of multiple animal species and/or private practice experience.
• A valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience.
• Must participate in the occupational health program for animal workers, which requires a preplacement medical evaluation.
• Must pass criminal background check to work with controlled substances (e.g. narcotics, barbiturates).

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree with an emphasis on veterinary technology, biology, animal science, or other related science.
• Anesthesia machines; pulse oximeter, ventilator; glass bead sterilizers; autoclaves; euthanasia

chamber; ventilated mouse racks; metabolic cages; animal restrainers; laminar flow hoods; surgical

staples; ear tag clamp; tattoo gun and needles; digital camera; computer; fax machine/printer.

• Materials include but are not limited to: Surgical instruments; scalpel blades; sutures; syringes and needles; catheters; dissection instruments; controlled substances (e.g. narcotics); formaldehyde; general veterinary supplies (medications, treatment supplies, surgical supplies); oxygen tanks; inhalation anesthesia; medical waste; blood collection supplies.
• Software includes Microsoft Office; Adobe Acrobat; custom web-based animal care program management software.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Position requires employee to walk, stand for several hours when participating in health testing and shipping activities.

Special Conditions

• Clean Driving Record.
  

Posting Number

Posting Number 24ST0772

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 04/02/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Home Location Campus

City

City Piscataway

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Global Animal Health & Shipping Coordinator Job Category Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support Department Core Services - Animal Care Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Global Animal Health & Shipping Coordinator for the Office for Research.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Organizes non-commercial international and domestic animal shipments between external institutions for the University.
• Schedules and oversees all routine health monitoring for animal colonies and manages quarantine spaces.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 05 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 66697.000 Annual Mid Range Salary 84422.000 Annual Maximum Salary 102147.000 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .
Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• At least two years’ experience in the animal research environment and coordinating health surveillance and shipping programs in the care and use of laboratory animals.

Certifications/Licenses

• AALAS certification at the LATg level (A bachelor’s degree plus three or more years of hands-on animal handling experience may be substituted for the LATg certification).
• Use of personal vehicle in order to travel for business demands; a valid driver’s license would be required for this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with restraint, handling, and veterinary care of multiple animal species and/or private practice experience.
• A valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience.
• Must participate in the occupational health program for animal workers, which requires a preplacement medical evaluation.
• Must pass criminal background check to work with controlled substances (e.g. narcotics, barbiturates).

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree with an emphasis on veterinary technology, biology, animal science, or other related science.

Equipment Utilized

• Anesthesia machines; pulse oximeter, ventilator; glass bead sterilizers; autoclaves; euthanasia

chamber; ventilated mouse racks; metabolic cages; animal restrainers; laminar flow hoods; surgical staples; ear tag clamp; tattoo gun and needles; digital camera; computer; fax machine/printer.

• Materials include but are not limited to: Surgical instruments; scalpel blades; sutures; syringes and needles; catheters; dissection instruments; controlled substances (e.g. narcotics); formaldehyde; general veterinary supplies (medications, treatment supplies, surgical supplies); oxygen tanks; inhalation anesthesia; medical waste; blood collection supplies.
• Software includes Microsoft Office; Adobe Acrobat; custom web-based animal care program management software.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Position requires employee to walk, stand for several hours when participating in health testing and shipping activities.

Special Conditions

• Clean Driving Record.
  

Posting Details Posting Number 24ST0772 Posting Open Date 04/02/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have at least two years’ experience in the animal research environment and coordinating health surveillance and shipping programs in the care and use of laboratory animals?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do to you have a valid driver’s license and two years of driving experience?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

List of Professional References (contact Info)

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement .
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation with regard to your access to and/or your participation in the application and selection processes (for example, the online application process or interviews), please call 848-932-4444 or e-mail us .

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