Animal Care Technician I, Division of Comparative Medicine, Georgetown University Medical Center
About The Position
The Animal Care Technician exists to support the Division of Comparative Medicine's animal husbandry function in support of animal research initiatives. The position performs daily husbandry for laboratory animals, including handling, feeding, watering, changing cages, and monitoring the health of laboratory animals. They will follow standard operating procedures and maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The position assists with cage wash and autoclave operation and sanitizes areas and/or equipment. The incumbent will be working in a designated work area, but will also spend a significant amount of time in the animal facility where he/she could be exposed to biological hazards, chemicals, and laboratory animals.
Requirements
- High school diploma
- Prior experience working with animals and AALAS certification
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs, work in hot and/or steamy environments, work with animals/animal odors and perform work that involves repetitive bending, twisting, and pushing motions.
- Must possess verbal and written communication skills to read and follow instructions in English
Responsibilities
- Performs daily husbandry for laboratory animals, including handling, feeding, watering, changing cages, and monitoring the health of laboratory animals.
- Follow standard operating procedures and maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Assists with cage wash and autoclave operation
- Sanitizes areas and/or equipment.
Benefits
- Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options.
- You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
