Animal Caretaker I
- Employer
- Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research
- Location
- USA
- Start date
- Aug 16, 2019
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- Discipline
- Science/R&D, Zoology
- Required Education
- Bachelors Degree
- Position Type
- Full time
Job Details
KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES-THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING APPROVAL
- Variety of routine tasks associated with the general laboratory animal care in biomedical research
- Feeding and housing laboratory animals
- General laboratory animal housekeeping
- 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
- Work schedule may include weekend and holiday hours
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires an 8th grade education or higher
- Ability to keep basic records
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and wear respiratory protective equipment as necessary
- Basic knowledge of computers
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to handle laboratory animals
- Ability to multi-task
- Eagerness to learn new skills
- Excellent organization and observation skills
JOB HAZARDS OR REQUIREMENTS
- Candidate will be entering an animal facility or have the potential for exposure to animal allergens.
- Candidate will be working with or have the potential for exposure to animal(s) and/or animal material(s)
- Candidate will be working with or have the potential for exposure to infectious material(s) or Other Potentially Infectious Materials (OPIM), requiring medical clearance and immunization in accordance with protocol requirements
- Candidate would be working with or have the potential for exposure to Toxoplasma gondii, requiring medical clearance and immunizations in accordance with protocol requirements
- Candidate will be working with or have the potential for exposure to Diphtheria toxin, requiring medical clearance and immunizations in accordance with protocol requirements
- Candidate is subject to atmospheric conditions that would require the usage of a respirator, requiring a medical clearance
- Candidate will be working with or have the potential for exposure to laser emissions, that may require a medical clearance and enrollment into the Laser Surveillance Program
- Candidate is subject to the following environmental conditions such as working outdoors, high humidity areas indoors, dampness and chilling, dry atmospheric conditions, etc. as part of the job
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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