Veterinary Technician I

1 week ago

Bethesda, Maryland, United States The Henry M. Jackson Foundation Full time
Job Summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician I to provide daily care of research animals and assist with research projects under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and/or supervisor.

This position will be in support of the Department of Laboratory Animal Resources (DLAR) located at the Uniformed Services University in Bethesda, Maryland.

Responsibilities

  • Perform various procedures at animal facilities under the supervision of the Attending Veterinarian or designated Clinical Veterinarian and support the Department of Laboratory Animal Resources (DLAR) staff in their activities while conducting research project-related procedures.
  • Maintain clean cages and racks in experimental areas; properly feed the animals.
  • Prepare media, solutions, and isotopes.
  • Assist in performing some surgery and microsurgery on animals.
  • Maintain records to comply with regulatory requirements using good laboratory practices (GLP).
  • Train research and DLAR staff members in animal handling, restraint, medication administration, sample collection, health evaluation, and euthanasia.
  • Incumbent is responsible for veterinary medical care, husbandry, and research support to a variety of research animal species (such as zebrafish, mice, rats, gerbils, laboratory opossums, ferrets, rabbits, ruminants, swine, nonhuman primates) in accordance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), as well as approved animal research protocols.
  • May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED
  • Minimum of 0-2 years experience required
  • Knowledge of basic science principles and math
  • Knowledge of standard laboratory techniques
  • Experience handling and working with various laboratory animals (to include nonhuman primates)
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions
  • Good communication and analytical skills
  • Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) desirable
  • Must be proficient at using software tools such as Google Suite, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel to maintain, create or modify departmental forms or obtain information
  • Ability to use hands effectively to perform surgical preparations
  • Complies with the Institute's occupational health and safety requirements and can perform work while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Work Environment

  • This position will take place primarily in a laboratory environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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