Biomedical Scientist - Laboratory Animal Caretaker

LLNL•Livermore, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking a Biomedical Scientist to provide technical support in laboratory animal management and research. This role involves performing technical and administrative activities within the Animal Care Facility Group, with a strong emphasis on animal welfare. The position is within the Biosciences and Biotechnology Division of the Physical and Life Sciences Directorate and requires full-time on-site presence.

Requirements

Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or related field or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Knowledge of fundamental concepts and techniques in animal management and biology.
Ability to use Animal Care Facility related equipment and troubleshoot routine malfunctions, such as sanitation equipment (washing or sterilization units).
Fundamental computer skills including knowledge of standard software and data analysis applications.
Fundamental communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills and abilities.
Ability to take initiative and work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
Ability to manage scheduling conflicts and work weekends and holidays, as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with rodent handling and dosing.
Experience with Work Control and worker safety procedures.
AALAS certification at ALAT, LAT, or LATG levels.

Responsibilities

Perform routine laboratory animal husbandry procedures including equipment, caging, or facility sanitation, animal husbandry, and preparing caging and maintenance for animal rooms.
Support operational tasks in the Biosciences and Biotechnology Division under the general direction of the Animal Care Facility Manager.
Identify and report safety concerns and support their resolution.
Communicate routine facility-support needs to Facilities Management and onsite craftsmen under direction.
Keep records in accordance with requirements from the IACUC, AALAC, OLAW, and CDC, and maintain accurate records for research and development projects.
Participate in training for in vivo research studies as directed by the Animal Care Facility Manager.
Present informal overviews of work progress at weekly meetings.
Perform assigned work under general direction, following established animal-care, safety, sanitation, and recordkeeping procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.