Georgetown University
Animal Care Technician I, Division of Comparative Medicine, Georgetown Universit
Georgetown University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
The Animal Care Technician exists to support the Division of Comparative Medicine’s animal husbandry function in support of animal research initiatives. The position performs daily husbandry for laboratory animals, including handling, feeding, watering, changing cages, and monitoring the health of laboratory animals. They will follow standard operating procedures and maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The position assists with cage wash and autoclave operation and sanitizes areas and/or equipment. The incumbent will be working in a designated work area, but will also spend a significant amount of time in the animal facility where they could be exposed to biological hazards, chemicals, and laboratory animals. Responsibilities
Perform daily animal husbandry activities: handling, feeding, watering, changing cages, and monitoring health of laboratory animals. Follow standard operating procedures and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Assist with cage wash and autoclave operation; sanitize areas and equipment. Work in designated areas and spend time in the animal facility, with potential exposure to biological hazards, chemicals, and laboratory animals. Qualifications
High school diploma Prior experience working with animals and AALAS certification Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in hot and/or steamy environments; ability to work with animals/animal odors; ability to perform repetitive bending, twisting, and pushing motions Verbal and written communication skills to read and follow instructions in English Work Mode
This position has been designated as On-Campus. Work mode designations are regularly reviewed to meet evolving needs. Details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations can be found on the Department of Human Resources website. Pay Range
$17.95 - $26.84 per hour. Compensation is determined by factors including qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors. Additional Information
EEO Statement: Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are encouraged without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status. Benefits information and assistance are available through Georgetown Works and the Department of Human Resources.
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The Animal Care Technician exists to support the Division of Comparative Medicine’s animal husbandry function in support of animal research initiatives. The position performs daily husbandry for laboratory animals, including handling, feeding, watering, changing cages, and monitoring the health of laboratory animals. They will follow standard operating procedures and maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The position assists with cage wash and autoclave operation and sanitizes areas and/or equipment. The incumbent will be working in a designated work area, but will also spend a significant amount of time in the animal facility where they could be exposed to biological hazards, chemicals, and laboratory animals. Responsibilities
Perform daily animal husbandry activities: handling, feeding, watering, changing cages, and monitoring health of laboratory animals. Follow standard operating procedures and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Assist with cage wash and autoclave operation; sanitize areas and equipment. Work in designated areas and spend time in the animal facility, with potential exposure to biological hazards, chemicals, and laboratory animals. Qualifications
High school diploma Prior experience working with animals and AALAS certification Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in hot and/or steamy environments; ability to work with animals/animal odors; ability to perform repetitive bending, twisting, and pushing motions Verbal and written communication skills to read and follow instructions in English Work Mode
This position has been designated as On-Campus. Work mode designations are regularly reviewed to meet evolving needs. Details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations can be found on the Department of Human Resources website. Pay Range
$17.95 - $26.84 per hour. Compensation is determined by factors including qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors. Additional Information
EEO Statement: Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are encouraged without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status. Benefits information and assistance are available through Georgetown Works and the Department of Human Resources.
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