Laboratory Animal Care Specialist

2 weeks ago


Rockville, Maryland, United States Bioqual Full time

OBJECTIVE:

The Laboratory Animal Care Specialist is responsible for a range of technical, maintenance, and documentation tasks related to the care of nonhuman primates, ferrets, and mice.

Working under general oversight, this role involves executing specialized technical procedures to ensure the smooth operation of an animal care facility or to support animal research activities.


QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Animal Science, or a similar discipline; or completion of a college-level Laboratory Animal Technician program; or a minimum of a high school diploma along with ALAT, LAT, or LATG certification from AALAS, combined with at least one additional year of experience in biomedical research.

A minimum of 3-5 years of pertinent experience is required.
Extensive knowledge of laboratory animal care and handling is essential.

Familiarity with the biology and physical traits of research animals, along with the ability to identify signs of illness and abnormalities, is necessary.

Understanding of the techniques and materials utilized in laboratory work is crucial.
Must be capable of working and communicating effectively with researchers, supervisors, and caretakers.
Ability to make precise observations, maintain current, accurate, and comprehensive records is expected.
Proficiency in reading, comprehending, and interpreting written and verbal instructions, as well as performing mathematical calculations related to experimental procedures, is required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist with necropsy procedures, including the collection of tissue samples.
Gather, verify, and correlate facility records, providing timely updates to the supervisor.
Collect blood, tissue, and various fluid samples from the animals.
Administer various IV, SC, intranasal, and intramuscular injections.
Conduct anesthesia and euthanasia as necessary.
Understand and adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) for animal facilities.
Perform routine inoculations.
Assist in the processing and shipment of serum and tissue samples.
Participate in seminars and training sessions.
Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned.

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