Husbandry Technician I, Vivarium Ops

Champions Oncology Inc. • Rockville, MD

6d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Support in vivo oncology research studies in mice as a member of the Vivarium Operations Husbandry Team.

Requirements

• GED
• Actively and eagerly support leadership and colleagues.
• Actively solicits feedback.
• Eager to improve.
• Trustworthy.
• Demonstrates integrity.
• Flexible and open to change.
• Eager early adopter.
• Driven.
• Proactive and takes the initiative.
• Compassionate.
• Empathetic and understanding.
• Balanced.
• Challenges the status quo.
• Eager problem solver.
• Transparent and communicative.
• Candid.
• Kind and respectful.
• Sincere.
• Organized.
• Detail oriented.
• Process oriented.
• Eager to follow procedures.
• Strong computer skills.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cage checks and weekly cage changes.
• Monitor animal health and report animal 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 within room logs and the laboratory information management system.
• Read, understand, and adhere to study protocols.
• Perform general preparation and organizational activities, including supply organization and stocking, and laboratory organization.
• Work weekends and holidays on rotating basis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees