Vivarium Technician I: Mouse Care & Lab Ops

Champions-Oncology,-Inc.; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Champions-Oncology, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Husbandry Technician I to support in vivo oncology studies in mice within the Vivarium Operations team in Rockville, MD. The role is full-time with a Monday–Friday schedule and rotating weekend coverage.

The successful candidate will perform cage checks, monitor animal health, and maintain cleanliness while adhering to study protocols. GED is required and ALAT certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• GED is required.
• AALAS ALAT certification preferred.
• 1 year of related experience in a Contract Research Organization or similar research setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cage checks and weekly cage changes.
• Monitor animal health and report health concerns.
• Perform general sanitation on equipment, rooms, and facilities.
• Transport materials, supplies, and waste.
• Assist with surgical staple removal and study randomization.
• Record data in room logs and the LIMS.
• Read, understand, and adhere to study protocols.
• Organize supplies and keep the lab tidy.
• Work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.

Skills

Team player

Coachable

Honest

Adaptive

Motivated

Positive

Innovative

Open

Nice

Organized

Process oriented

Computer skills

Education

GED

AALAS ALAT certification

Job description

Champions-Oncology, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Husbandry Technician I to support in vivo oncology studies in mice within the Vivarium Operations team in Rockville, MD. The role is full-time with a Monday–Friday schedule and rotating weekend coverage.

The successful candidate will perform cage checks, monitor animal health, and maintain cleanliness while adhering to study protocols. GED is required and ALAT certification is a plus.