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Rodent Veterinary Technician

4 months ago

Baltimore, United States Johns Hopkins University Full time

Job Req ID:

113651

Rodent Veterinary Technician

The Johns Hopkins University is seeking a within the Research Animal Resources (RAR). This position supports Johns Hopkins animal research enterprise in the conduct of research services and veterinary care for rodents and other small animals used in a wide array of animal research studies, even those pertaining to Animal Biosafety Level (ABSL-3) containment studies like COVID-19. This position is integral to developing an integrated animal modeling and veterinary services for Hopkins Principal Investigators.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Rodent breeding colony management and technical support for investigators and veterinarians, including but not limited to, identifying animals (e.g. ear tagging, ear notching), setting up breeding cages, weaning animals. Collecting and submitting samples, including tail tips or ear punch for genotyping Recording pedigree, births, deaths, # weaned and other data electronically Performing cross-foster rederivation Technical services for research experiments, including but not limited to: Routine rodent bio methodology like blood collection, injections, oral gavage, euthanasia and tissue harvest, perform rodent survival surgical procedures, perform other animal procedures for investigators and veterinarians, including working with infectious agents like SARS-CoV-2, act as liaison between researchers and RAR. Administrative procedures, including but not limited to recordkeeping on Excel sheet, Word document, and other platforms. Keeping detailed time and procedure records for billing purposes. Providing weekly colony reports to investigator/veterinarians. Animals and supplies ordering. Equipment maintenance. Sample, inoculum, and equipment and supplies inventory. Coordinate with husbandry personnel provisions for animal care. Help train researchers. Assists maintain equipment like isoflurane gas machines. Follow safety protocol for all personnel working in the facility.  Follow and help implement SOPs, guidelines, and other related documents. Maintain strict infection control procedures. As assigned by the veterinarian. Respond to and manage clinical calls independently. Consult with veterinarians, as necessary, for clinical case management. Perform diagnostic lab techniques like in-house parasitology and basic microscopy. Other duties, as assigned.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated experience using MS Excel, Word, and Outlook. Attention to detail. Excellent recordkeeping skills, and proficiency with use of computer programs, including spreadsheets, and databases. Willingness and ability to learn new skills and knowledge. Ability to work independently but must be a team player, and able to cross train with other veterinary technicians, in order to provide cross-coverage as needed.

Physical Requirements 

Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time. Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction. Finger and hand dexterity required to restraint animals and manipulate things. Significant standing, walking. Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. Ability to operate a computer on a frequent basis. Ability to see within normal parameters in order to work with animals and visualize work. Ability to wear appropriate personnel protective equipment (PPE) as assigned for the animal housing room, especially a PAPR. Must not have allergies to rodents like mice and rats.

Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or graduation equivalent. Minimum of 1 year working experience in laboratory animal science or animal research, especially working with rodents.
Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in rodent breeding colony management. Experience in rodent bio-methodology. Associate's Degree in Veterinary Technology, Animal Science or Biology. Bachelor's Degree.

Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins Universitys good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: .

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

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