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Animal Husbandry Specialist

2 months ago

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, United States Jacobs Full time

Your Contribution:

Embracing Challenges. Shaping the Future.

At Jacobs, we are dedicated to your growth and success. Our work transcends mere projects; it is a commitment to humanity. We adopt a thoughtful and collaborative approach in all our partnerships.

We aim to challenge conventional methods and innovate solutions to address the world's most pressing issues, transforming visionary concepts into practical applications for a more interconnected and sustainable future.

Shape your career with a company that motivates and empowers you to perform at your best, allowing you to develop, advance, and thrive – now and in the future.

The COMET contract oversees the management and execution of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at a prominent space center. These responsibilities will aid in supporting various space exploration programs.

While contributing to advancements in space exploration, you will have access to numerous on-site amenities, including:

· Child Development Center

· Discounted tickets to local attractions

· Credit Union

· Fitness Center

· Barbershop

· NASA Exchanges

Flexible Work Arrangements

We value your time and dedication. At our facility, we offer options for partial telework and flexible schedules for many roles. The availability of these arrangements will depend on departmental requirements.

Role Overview:

Animal Caretakers play a crucial role in providing training for animal handling and husbandry, as well as assisting in the organization of mission schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare and maintain animal husbandry equipment and supplies, ensuring proper sanitation and sterilization.

- Manage the processing of animal feed, bedding materials, and supplies, while preparing and administering diets and sterile water.

- Conduct quality control measures, including maintaining logs and providing samples of sterile feed and water.

- Operate various facility equipment, including cage rack washers and sterilizers, while performing routine maintenance as needed.

- Gather and prepare supplies and equipment for research activities.

- Handle animals during various procedures, including relocation, feeding, and health checks, while maintaining a daily health log.

- Oversee inventory management of supplies and equipment, performing monthly checks and communicating replenishment needs.

- Assist contractor personnel and scientific clients with facility access and sanitation protocols.

- Maintain cleanroom conditions and perform microbial sampling as required.

- Conduct weekly safety inspections.

- Undertake additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

Requires a minimum of a high school diploma along with one year of experience in a laboratory animal environment or related animal care experience.

- Must be able to pass a physical examination for primary animal contact.

- Understanding of ethical considerations in the care and use of research animals is essential.

- Ability to wear cleanroom attire for extended periods is required.

- Physical demands include climbing, standing for long periods, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

- Must be capable of wearing personal protective equipment as necessary.

- Position involves working in proximity to hazardous areas; quick evacuation may be necessary in emergencies.

- Must be able to navigate uneven terrain and work in varying temperature conditions.

- Exposure to animal odors and allergens is expected.

- Basic proficiency with standard office equipment is required.

- Dependability and punctuality are crucial, including the ability to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays.

Work Environment:

- Position requires working both indoors and outdoors across the facility.

- Daily travel to different areas on site may be necessary.

- All tasks must be performed in compliance with safety standards.

Additional Functions:

- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential.

- Must be willing to travel as needed for position requirements.

- Adherence to grooming and dress standards is expected.

- Compliance with drug-free workplace policies is mandatory.

- Government security clearance may be required in the future.

- Maintaining a positive work environment through respectful communication is essential.