Animal Care Technician I, Division Of Comparative Medicine, Georgetown University Medical Center
Georgetown University Medical Center
Washington, D.C., US
Base: $17.95 - $26.84; bonus/equity: not specified...
Daily husbandry for laboratory animals
Handling, feeding, and watering animals
Monitoring animal health
The Animal Care Technician exists to support the Division of Comparative Medicine’s animal husbandry function in support of animal research initiatives
Job Summary
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.
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.
Matching Summary
The Animal Care Technician exists to support the Division of Comparative Medicine’s animal husbandry function in support of animal research initiatives.
Salary
Base: $17.95 - $26.84; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Daily husbandry for laboratory animals
Handling, feeding, and watering animals
Monitoring animal health
Cage wash and autoclave operation
Sanitizing areas and equipment
Working with laboratory animals
Nice-to-have
Commitment to social justice
Intellectual inquiry
Making a difference in the world
Key Requirements
High school diploma
Prior experience working with animals
AALAS certification preferred
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Work in hot and/or steamy environments
Work with animals/animal odors
Repetitive bending, twisting, and pushing motions
Verbal and written communication skills in English