The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The Nathan S. Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research is recruiting a Principal Laboratory Animal Caretaker to provide direct animal care; supervises a staff in breeding, raising and caring for animals used in laboratory experiments, biological tests and research; and may indirectly supervise clerical staff assigned to the labs n the performance of administrative processes and procedures related to the facility operation.
As a Principal Laboratory Animal Caretaker, your duties will include:
- supervises a staff in breeding, raising and caring for animals used in laboratory
experiments, biological tests and research;
- directs day-to-day care of animals housed in a laboratory center, and any related
satellite locations;
- serves as direct liaison or coordinator between caretakers, investigators, and
other department staff to ensure proper interpretation of their various needs;
- provides assistance in more complex veterinary care activities.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (HELPS) program as a Principal Laboratory Animal Caretaker if they have:
- Two years of full-time service as a laboratory animal caretaker in a research facility including but not limited to hospitals, universities, institutions, or laboratories; or two years of full-time experience in the handling and care of live vertebrate animals in other than a residential setting and one year of full-time service as a laboratory animal caretaker in a research facility including but not limited to hospitals, universities, institutions, or laboratories.
Substitution: Certification as an Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician or higher by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science and one year of full-time experience in the handling and care of live vertebrate animals in other than a residential setting and one year of full-time service as a laboratory animal caretaker in a research facility including but not limited to hospitals, universities, institutions, or laboratories.
OR
Candidates from within State Service can be considered for transfer to a competitive class position if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
- NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
- Access to tuition assistance programs
- Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
- Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
- NYS Retirement programs
Background checks will be required.
This position is eligible for a Down State Adjustment of $4,000.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
