Position Description

Responsible for the routine collection of census data throughout the assigned rodent facility/facilities by scanning radio-frequency identification (RFID) cards at the cage-level with a hand-held device and reconciling data within the electronic system. Responsible for generating, activating, and de-activating cage cards. Responsible for receiving incoming animal shipments and in-house transfers.
Other responsibilities include:

1. All tasks related to the daily care and husbandry of various laboratory animals, including mice, rats, rabbits and/or other species of laboratory animals as necessary. Duties include cleaning, feeding and watering of animals as assigned. Work in ABSL-2 and/or quarantine animal areas may be required.
2. Observation of animals for abnormalities and sickness and reporting such findings to the appropriate supervisory or veterinary personnel.
3. Observation and reporting of deviations in the environment which would affect animal health or research projects (e.g. high temperature or humidity).
4. Accurate record keeping of HCCM documents, as needed.
5. Compliance with federal, state & local regulations concerning laboratory animals and adherence to internal policies and procedures.
6. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Basic Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent with a minimum of three years’ work experience in laboratory animal care. Additional education may count toward work experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to problem-solve.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and aptitude to learn new software systems.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and collaborate with various personnel through the University.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Strong initiative and the ability to self-motivate.
• LAT certification preferred.

Additional Information

This position is considered to be essential personnel for Harvard Center for Comparative Medicine. Weekend and holiday work may be required as well as attendance during school closures (due to inclement weather and/or other emergencies).
Offer contingent upon successful completion of a pre-placement medical evaluation.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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