Animal Care Technician CMU

111 Michigan Avenue Northwest Washington, DC 20010

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Department

10443 Animal Facility

Pay Range

$18.40 - $29.14

The Children's National Research Institute Comparative Medicine Unit (CMU) Animal Care Technician provides husbandry and sanitation following standard operating procedures for rodent species; maintains cleanliness of holding rooms and ancillary rooms; observes animals for changes in behavior, dietary habits, and signs of illnesses; observes room environment; receives incoming shipments; maintains per diem inventory; assists in the administration of health treatment prescribed; monitors supplies used in conjunction with duties, cages, cage equipment, and cleaning supplies. The physical demands of this position require an individual with dexterity for handling animals, the ability to lift 50lbs, and the capability to stand for the majority of the work shift. The workplace is a research facility; there is the potential for exposure to chemicals used to sanitize, zoonotic diseases, and the possibility of being bitten, scratched or kicked. Allergic responses may develop to animal dander. Also, the individual must be able to perform all the duties of a CMU Technician if needed. The position is designated as "essential" and the individual may be expected to work when normal campus operations are suspended (e.g.: inclement weather) or if there is an emergency impacting the CMU. In addition, staff may be expected to work outside of regular schedule during peak activity periods (e.g.: overtime, weekends). To the extent possible, managers will provide timely notice of modified work schedules. This position provides an opportunity to learn highly specialized laboratory animal research skills and grow within the professional field and the department.

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Minimum Work Experience

1 year experience in laboratory animal care (Preferred)

Required Skills/Knowledge

Documented evidence of specialized experience demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position. (must be supported by a detailed description of experience on a resume).

Ability to perform within a team-oriented work environment.

Basic computer skills required, including familiarity with navigating web-based applications.

Knowledge of the biology and physical characteristics of animals used in research and the ability to recognize signs of illness and abnormalities

Knowledge regarding the methods and materials used in laboratory work

Ability to work and communicate professionally with investigators, supervisors and caretakers

Ability to make accurate observations, keep current, accurate, and complete records

Ability to read, understand, and interpret written and oral instruction and perform math calculations in conduct of experimental procedures

Ability to recognize common signs of illness, variations in eating habits, abnormal stool, urine deposits, and unusual behavior.

Knowledge of laws and regulations affecting the use of animals in biomedical research.

Knowledge of sanitation, sterilization, and biohazard control techniques.

Physical demands require a healthy individual with dexterity; manual dexterity is required to handle animals

Ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 6 hours) and lift 50 lbs.

Ability to communicate clearly via e-mail, phone, and text message.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Eligibility for ALAT certification (Preferred)

Functional Accountabilities

Responsible Conduct of Research

Husbandry Operations

Communication

Technical Assistance

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Why Join Us:

The disclosed salary range includes the minimum and maximum rates within which Children’s National believes an individual’s base pay rate will fall for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the maximum of the pay range. The exact pay rate for this position will be based on a variety of factors in alignment with the Children’s National compensation philosophy. These factors are legitimate and non-discriminatory including, but not limited to, the current market conditions; organizational needs; the individual’s combination of prior work experience, level of education, knowledge, skills, and other qualifications. Children’s National is committed to providing a fair and competitive total rewards package to each of our employees. This base salary range does not include our comprehensive benefits package or any additional compensation for which this position may be eligible.

Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “Know Your Rights” poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here: Know Your RightsPay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster.

Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a “drug-free” work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug-free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.