Research Animal Care Technician (Laboratory)

Veterans Health Administration; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Cincinnati, OH, seeks a Biological Science Laboratory Technician (Animal) to oversee the care, safety and well-being of research animals housed in the VMU, reporting to the VMU supervisor in Cincinnati, OH. GS-5/GS-6 level requires at least 1 year of specialized experience in animal care or a related field, and/or relevant education; combinations are accepted.

Responsibilities include maintaining care records, handling animals, and maintaining care equipment to

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience in animal care or related work.
• Experience in a controlled environment and animal husbandry.
• Ability to document duties with job titles, duties, dates and hours.

Responsibilities

• Care for research animals in VMU, ensuring safety and welfare.
• Maintain records for animal care and treatment.
• Maintain equipment used in animal care.
• Assist with preparation for experimental procedures.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Care of research animals

Record keeping

Equipment maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree with relevant science coursework

Job description

Veterans Health Administration in Cincinnati, OH, seeks a Biological Science Laboratory Technician (Animal) to oversee the care, safety and well-being of research animals housed in the VMU, reporting to the VMU supervisor in Cincinnati, OH. GS-5/GS-6 level requires at least 1 year of specialized experience in animal care or a related field, and/or relevant education; combinations are accepted.

Responsibilities include maintaining care records, handling animals, and maintaining care equipment to