Animal Caretaker II
- Employer
- Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research
- Location
- Frederick, MD, USA
- Start date
- Jun 19, 2019
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- Discipline
- Science/R&D, Zoology
- Required Education
- High School or equivalent
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
- BioCapital
Job Details
KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Feeding and housing laboratory animals
- General laboratory animal housekeeping
- Cage changing and sanitation
- Cleaning tasks associated with the upkeep of a research animal facility
- Ordering and stocking supplies
- Keeping simple records
- Utilizing computer skills for email, training, and basic data entry
- Operate automatic washing and cleaning equipment
- Collecting hair, fecal and blood samples for diagnostic testing
- Rotating holidays and weekends
- Work may involve the use of potentially hazardous material, including biological and chemical carcinogen or radiological materials or may be located in areas where such materials are used, require the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to strict safety protocol.
Performs other related duties as assigned by a responsible authority. Handle a variety of laboratory animals, keep basic records, operate automatic washing and cleaning equipment. Lift up to 40-50 lbs., and wear respiratory protection equipment if necessary. Maintain good personal hygiene. Routine tasks associated with general laboratory animal care.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of the eighth grade
- In addition to educational requirements, a minimum of one (1) year of job-related animal care experience and ALAT certification 'or- two (2) years laboratory animal care experience with high school diploma
- Ability to handle a variety of laboratory animals
- Ability to keep simple records
- Ability to operate automatic washing and cleaning equipment
- Ability to lift to 40-50 lbs. and wear respiratory protective equipment if necessary
- Knowledge of routine tasks associated with general laboratory animal care
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Good organization/observational skills
- Desire to learn new tasks
- Computer/data entry
- Ability to work in a team environment
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) | Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) | Drug Free Workplace (DFW)
Company
A rewarding career with global impact
Whether you’re an expert in your field or just starting out, we have a career opportunity for you. We’re always looking for people to join us in fulfilling the mission of the Frederick National Laboratory: discovery, innovation, and success in the biomedical sciences.
Our team of 2,400+ scientists, technicians, administrators, and support staff work at the forefront of basic, translational, and preclinical science, with a focus on cancer, AIDS, and other infectious diseases.
We collaborate with colleagues across the National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, and others throughout the National Institutes of Health. We also engage with extramural investigators in academia, government and industry.
Your path to joining our team begins with the desire to work for the only national laboratory dedicated to biomedical research. Our employees share a common desire to help make a difference in cancer research and public health concerns. As you search for a career that fits your education, skills, and abilities, explore the core values that guide us and emphasize work-life balance.
Discover why joining the Frederick National Laboratory team could be the most important career step you take
- Website
- https://frederick.cancer.gov/
- Phone
- 301-846-1000
- Location
-
8560 Progress Drive
Frederick
MD
21701
US
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