Assoc I, Veterinary Tech
Company: Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research
Location: Bethesda
Posted on: January 19, 2023
Job Description:
Assoc I, Veterinary Tech Job ID: req3268Employee Type: exempt
full-timeDivision: Laboratory Animal Science ProgramFacility:
NIHLocation: NIH Campus 9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20892 USA
The Frederick National Laboratory is a Federally Funded Research
and Development Center (FFRDC) sponsored by the National Cancer
Institute (NCI) and operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc.
The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems
in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and
first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in
medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious
diseases. Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication,
Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The
Laboratory Animal Sciences Program (LASP) provides exceptional
quality animal care and technical support services for animal
research performed at the National Cancer Institute at the
Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research. LASP executes
this mission by providing a broad spectrum of state-of-the-art
technologies and services that are focused on the design,
generation, characterization and application of genetically
engineered and biological animal models of human disease, which are
aimed at the development of targeted diagnostics and therapies.
LASP contributes to advancing human health, developing new
treatments, and improving existing treatments for cancer and other
diseases while ensuring safe and humane treatment of animals.KEY
ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Clinical observation and treatment of animals and quality
assurance of animal care
- Performing a variety of technical procedures involving animals
including basic animal handling, surgery, injections, gavage, and
bleeding techniques
- Performing post-approval monitoring
- Maintaining essential drugs and supply inventory
- Maintenance of anesthesia equipment
- Developing new or evaluating and modifying existing standard
operation procedures
- Conducting or participation in training programs for animal
husbandry, technical and scientific staff
- Participation in ACUC facility inspections
- Interfacing and communicating regularly with facility
technical, veterinary and lead scientific personnel regarding
animal health issues
- Management of individual or group AALAS certification classes
and examinations
- SOP and technical training of investigative and LASP staff
- Work schedule may include weekend and holiday hours including a
rotating on-call scheduleBASIC QUALIFICATIONSTo be considered for
this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and
abilities listed below:
- Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited
college/university according to the Council for Higher Education
Accreditation (CHEA) in a field related to biomedical research or
laboratory animal science or four (4) years related experience in
lieu of degree
- Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency
- A minimum of two (2) years of related biomedical or laboratory
animal science experience required
- Extensive experience in laboratory animal science techniques
related to animal-based research including sterile procedures,
safety procedures, anesthesia and euthanasia techniques, commonly
used medications for treating rodent health issues
- Knowledge of applicable policies, guidelines and regulations
that govern the care, use and welfare of animals in biomedical
research.
- Ability to function independently in an animal facility and
exercise judgment in evaluating animal health issues
- Ability to perform quality assurance of technical procedures
and husbandry issues
- Ability to maintain accurate records
- Ability to utilize database and websites to track training and
health records
- Ability to handle laboratory animals
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a security
clearancePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSCandidates with these desired
skills will be given preferential consideration:
- Ability to multi-task
- Excellent observational, interpersonal, organizational
skillsJOB HAZARDS
- This position is subject to working with or have potential for
exposure to animal(s) and/or animal material(s)
- This position is subject to working with or have potential for
exposure to infectious material, requiring medical clearance and
immunizations Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) Drug Free Workplace
(DFW)
Keywords: Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research, Bethesda , Assoc I, Veterinary Tech, Healthcare , Bethesda, Maryland
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