Research Animal Care Technician I

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking an Animal Facility Assistant to support the daily operations, caring for animals used in experiments and maintaining records. The onsite role requires standing, light lifting, and adherence to sterile practices within the Animal Facility at 60 Blossom Street.

Responsibilities include health observations, ongoing documentation, and participation in staff meetings. Strong English communication and attention to detail are essential for success in this entry-level

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Experience with animals 0-1 year preferred.
• Good communications skills in English (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Consistently implements sterile techniques using a barrier microisolator cage system.
• Tracks animal health and notifies supervisors and animal care staff of observations.
• Keeps records of animal mortalities.
• Maintains records such as animal inventory, Animal Husbandry, and Room Maintenance Records for each assigned room.
• Reports all facility and environmental issues to the animal technician supervisor.
• Attends staff and educational meetings as scheduled by supervisory staff.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Standing/Moving

English communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking an Animal Facility Assistant to support the daily operations, caring for animals used in experiments and maintaining records. The onsite role requires standing, light lifting, and adherence to sterile practices within the Animal Facility at 60 Blossom Street.

Responsibilities include health observations, ongoing documentation, and participation in staff meetings. Strong English communication and attention to detail are essential for success in this entry-level