Job Description:

• 1) Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in caring for domestic animals in research kennel: Directs and assists workers in maintaining kennel in prescribed condition and in feeding and caring for animals in conformance with research study requirements.

• 2) Monitors progress of studies, such as animal food palatability and drug effectiveness tests, to verify adherence to study guidelines.

• 3) Prepares activity charts to assist subordinates in performing duties.

• 4) Observes animals to detect signs of illness or injury and notifies designated personnel of unusual conditions.

• 5) Compiles research study reports from log entries to prepare data for use by researchers, using calculator.