Sm Animal Caretaker II

BioSpace; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated individuals for a full-time role in laboratory animal care. This position involves a variety of essential tasks, including maintaining animal housing, collecting samples for diagnostics, and ensuring the cleanliness of the research facility. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least two years of relevant experience. You'll be part of a committed team that supports groundbreaking research in cancer and infectious diseases. If you're passionate about animal welfare and eager to contribute to vital scientific advancements, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and Wellness Programs

Paid Leave

Retirement Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of laboratory animal care experience required.
• Ability to maintain basic records and handle laboratory animals.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tasks for laboratory animal care in biomedical research.
• Collect samples for diagnostic testing and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Laboratory Animal Care

Record Keeping

Basic Computer Skills

Ability to Lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Autoclaves

Automatic Washing Equipment

Job description

Job ID: req4301

Employee Type: nonexempt full-time

Division: Laboratory Animal Science Program

Facility: Frederick: Ft Detrick

Location: PO Box B, Frederick, MD 21702 USA

The Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research is operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.

Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.

Program Description

The Laboratory Animal Sciences Program is a comprehensive resource for scientists performing animal-based research to better understand cancer, HIV/AIDS, and other infectious diseases. We provide veterinary care, regulatory support, and routine and specialized husbandry services.

Our staff operates animal facilities in Bethesda and Frederick and provides high-quality animal care, including veterinary services, pre-operative and post-operative care, the quarantining of imported animals, reestablishing strains after an infection, clinical diagnoses, and molecular animal health monitoring to help investigators work with healthy animals appropriate for their research.

We offer an integrated portfolio of state-of-the-art research animal programs spanning genetically engineered mouse models, gnotobiotics, genome modifications within cells and mice, assisted reproduction and animal husbandry, specimen preservation, pathology and histotechnology, imaging, molecular diagnostics, and regulatory support.

Key Roles/Responsibilities

• Variety of routine tasks associated with the general laboratory animal care in biomedical research.
• Operate automatic washing and cleaning equipment.
• Operate autoclaves.
• Receive and disinfect various supplies and equipment into the facility.
• Keeping simple records.
• Feeding and housing laboratory animals.
• General laboratory animal housekeeping.
• Collecting hair, fecal and blood samples for diagnostic testing.
• Cleaning tasks associated with the upkeep of a research animal facility.
• Ordering and stocking supplies.
• Utilizing computer skills for email, training, and basic data entry.
• Work schedule does include weekend and holiday hours.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Possession of High School degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency.
• In addition to the education requirement, a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible laboratory animal care experience.
• Ability to keep basic records.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and wear respiratory protective equipment as necessary.
• Basic knowledge of computers.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• Ability to handle laboratory animals.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Eagerness to learn new skills.
• Excellent organization and observation skills.
  
  

JOB HAZARDS

• This position is subject to working with or have potential for exposure to animal(s) and/or animal material(s).
• This position is subject to working with or have potential for exposure to infectious material, requiring medical clearance and immunizations.
  
  

Commitment to Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

35,200.00 - 60,500.00

The posted pay range for this job is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data.

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The salary range posted is a full-time equivalent salary and will vary depending on scheduled hours for part time positions

Pay And Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here