The Johns Hopkins University
Behavioral Management Technologist
The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Behavioral Management Technologist – Johns Hopkins University
Research Animal Resources is seeking a
Behavioral Management Technologist
to support the behavioral management program for Animal Research & Care at Johns Hopkins University. The Technologist is responsible for overseeing and conducting positive reinforcement training, socialization, and enrichment evaluation with laboratory animals.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Implement and evaluate social housing, environmental enrichment, and positive reinforcement training strategies with various laboratory animal species.
Assist with the assessment and monitoring of the psychological welfare of laboratory animals.
Conduct positive reinforcement training of nonhuman primates and other large animal species for cooperation with common experimental and veterinary procedures.
Design and document animal training plans; communicate training progress and program goals to faculty and staff as needed.
Communicate, understand, and relay relevant research, behavioral, and veterinary medical terminology.
Guide the social housing of laboratory housed animals, including forming social pairs, assessing behavioral compatibility, and monitoring stability of socially housed animals in pairs and groups.
Assist with the design and implementation of enrichment devices for various laboratory animal species and evaluate the efficacy of the environmental enrichment plan.
Maintain accurate behavioral records and regulatory documents.
Maintain research equipment and initiate repairs when needed.
Communicate with faculty and staff in a timely and professional manner to determine solutions when issues arise with research plans or deadlines.
Provide administrative support and other duties as assigned.
Technical Skills and Expected Level of Proficiency
Animal Behavior Training Techniques - Awareness
Animal Social Housing and Compatibility Assessment - Awareness
Animal Welfare Assessment - Awareness
Documentation and Reporting - Awareness
Enrichment Device Design and Evaluation - Awareness
Interpersonal Skills - Awareness
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of positive reinforcement training principles and techniques.
Previous experience assessing and enhancing captive animal welfare.
Some related post-undergraduate work experience.
Classified Title:
Behavioral Management Technologist
Role/Level/Range:
ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range:
$15.70 - $26.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/ exp.)
Employee group:
Full Time
Schedule:
M-F/8:30a-4p
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Location:
School of Medicine Campus
Department name:
Research Animal Resources
Personnel area:
University Administration
Additional Information
Total Rewards
— Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package. The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range; exact salary depends on factors such as location, skills, experience, and education.
Education and Experience Equivalency
— See the job description for permitted equivalencies; up to two years of non-related coursework may be applied toward minimum education/experience.
Applicants Completing Studies
— Applicants in final academic semester/quarter may be considered eligible for employment with additional information confirming completion date.
Background Checks
— Pre-employment background check; policies regarding justice-involved individuals.
Diversity and Inclusion
— Johns Hopkins values diversity and inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Employer
— All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Accommodation Information
— Contact the Talent Acquisition Office for accommodations during the pre-employment process.
Vaccine Requirements
— Johns Hopkins strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The seasonal flu vaccine requirement remains in place. Exceptions may be provided for religious beliefs or medical reasons. For School of Medicine (SOM) positions, vaccination requirements may differ; refer to SOM-specific information.
Pre-employment Health and Immunization
— The pre-employment physical for clinical or research roles may require documentation of immune status for certain diseases and related vaccinations, per institutional policy.
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Behavioral Management Technologist
to support the behavioral management program for Animal Research & Care at Johns Hopkins University. The Technologist is responsible for overseeing and conducting positive reinforcement training, socialization, and enrichment evaluation with laboratory animals.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Implement and evaluate social housing, environmental enrichment, and positive reinforcement training strategies with various laboratory animal species.
Assist with the assessment and monitoring of the psychological welfare of laboratory animals.
Conduct positive reinforcement training of nonhuman primates and other large animal species for cooperation with common experimental and veterinary procedures.
Design and document animal training plans; communicate training progress and program goals to faculty and staff as needed.
Communicate, understand, and relay relevant research, behavioral, and veterinary medical terminology.
Guide the social housing of laboratory housed animals, including forming social pairs, assessing behavioral compatibility, and monitoring stability of socially housed animals in pairs and groups.
Assist with the design and implementation of enrichment devices for various laboratory animal species and evaluate the efficacy of the environmental enrichment plan.
Maintain accurate behavioral records and regulatory documents.
Maintain research equipment and initiate repairs when needed.
Communicate with faculty and staff in a timely and professional manner to determine solutions when issues arise with research plans or deadlines.
Provide administrative support and other duties as assigned.
Technical Skills and Expected Level of Proficiency
Animal Behavior Training Techniques - Awareness
Animal Social Housing and Compatibility Assessment - Awareness
Animal Welfare Assessment - Awareness
Documentation and Reporting - Awareness
Enrichment Device Design and Evaluation - Awareness
Interpersonal Skills - Awareness
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of positive reinforcement training principles and techniques.
Previous experience assessing and enhancing captive animal welfare.
Some related post-undergraduate work experience.
Classified Title:
Behavioral Management Technologist
Role/Level/Range:
ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range:
$15.70 - $26.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/ exp.)
Employee group:
Full Time
Schedule:
M-F/8:30a-4p
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Location:
School of Medicine Campus
Department name:
Research Animal Resources
Personnel area:
University Administration
Additional Information
Total Rewards
— Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package. The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range; exact salary depends on factors such as location, skills, experience, and education.
Education and Experience Equivalency
— See the job description for permitted equivalencies; up to two years of non-related coursework may be applied toward minimum education/experience.
Applicants Completing Studies
— Applicants in final academic semester/quarter may be considered eligible for employment with additional information confirming completion date.
Background Checks
— Pre-employment background check; policies regarding justice-involved individuals.
Diversity and Inclusion
— Johns Hopkins values diversity and inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Employer
— All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Accommodation Information
— Contact the Talent Acquisition Office for accommodations during the pre-employment process.
Vaccine Requirements
— Johns Hopkins strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The seasonal flu vaccine requirement remains in place. Exceptions may be provided for religious beliefs or medical reasons. For School of Medicine (SOM) positions, vaccination requirements may differ; refer to SOM-specific information.
Pre-employment Health and Immunization
— The pre-employment physical for clinical or research roles may require documentation of immune status for certain diseases and related vaccinations, per institutional policy.
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