Behavior Research Specialist

Job Description

Additional responsibilities include:

• Reviews, comprehends and complies with all SOP's and quality assurance standards pertaining to specific area.
• Conduct behavioral assessments on NHPs as requested.
• Establish pairs/social groups and monitor for compatibility. Maintaining the required goal of the QASP.
• Use positive reinforcement to train animals for various husbandry and veterinary procedures.
• Participate in discussions pertaining to enrichment.
• Evaluate and implement novel behavioral data collection methodologies.
• Prepare for incoming shipments of NHPs and work with animal care managers/staff on adjustments to husbandry.
• Organize and maintain related data and demonstrate proficiency using computer programs; able to enter and/or interpret data in spreadsheets for data analyses.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.
• Occasional work with other species (such as but not limited to various ungulates and mice)