Animal Care Technician I — Biomedical Research Support

Harvard Medical School; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans with university input

Job summary

Harvard Medical School is seeking a detail-oriented animal care technician to perform daily preparation of clean cages and general maintenance in the animal facilities.

You will disassemble and reassemble cages, handle wash machines and sterilizers, and ensure sanitation of supplies while adhering to safety protocols. The role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to work in a facility with animals.

Responsibilities

• Disassembling and emptying dirty cages.
• Loading and unloading cage components into cage wash machines.
• Loading and unloading sterilizers.
• Reassembling cage components.
• Disinfection of animal-related supplies prior to use.
• General cleaning and preventative maintenance of cage wash machines and sterilizers.
• General cleaning and maintenance of cage wash area.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Harvard Medical School is seeking a detail-oriented animal care technician to perform daily preparation of clean cages and general maintenance in the animal facilities.

You will disassemble and reassemble cages, handle wash machines and sterilizers, and ensure sanitation of supplies while adhering to safety protocols. The role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend coverage.