Animal Technician II, Division of Comparative Medicine, Georgetown University Medical Center at Georgetown University

Job description

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world. Requirements Job Overview The Animal Care Technician II, Division of Comparative Medicine - Georgetown University, supports the Division’s animal husbandry operations in support of animal research initiatives. This position provides responsible, high-quality care for laboratory animals by performing routine and specialized duties, including feeding, medicating, cleaning, restraining, and transporting animals. The Animal Care Technician II monitors animal health and welfare through daily observations, maintains accurate records and documentation in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), and cleans and sanitizes animal facilities and assigned animal rooms. The position also maintains and repairs animal caging and support equipment as needed. The Animal Care Technician II receives, examines, transfers, identifies, and appropriately houses incoming animal shipments in accordance with established SOPs. The position safely handles animals and equipment exposed to hazardous biological, radiological, or chemical agents and ensures the proper disposal of hazardous materials. The role requires reviewing, understanding, and complying with all applicable SOPs, quality assurance standards, laws, and regulations to support animal welfare, research integrity, and a safe, compliant research environment. Work Interactions The Animal Care Technician II fulfills animal husbandry duties as directed by their direct supervisor (Animal Care Supervisor), Facility Manager and Director of the Division of Comparative Medicine. The work performed by the technician supports Georgetown University’s research vision and mission by providing a compliant and ethical research facility to conduct biomedical research. The ACT II is expected to be a contributing and accountable member of the Husbandry staff team, interact with and assist other animal care technicians, veterinary technicians, veterinarians and research faculty and staff in a professional and solution-oriented manner. Requirements and Qualifications Minimum qualifications for this position are a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least two years of animal husbandry or related animal care experience. Incumbent will be working in a designated area, but will also spend a significant amount of time in the animal facility where he/she could be exposed to biological hazards, chemicals, and laboratory animals. Must be able to lift 50 lbs, work in hot and/or steamy environments, work with animals/animal odors and perform work that involves repetitive bending, twisting and pushing motions. Must possess verbal and written communication skills to read and follow instructions in English. This position is considered essential personnel and is required to work weekends, snow/emergency days and University holidays. AALAS technician certification at the ALAT level or equivalent educational qualifications is required. Work Mode Designation This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation . Pay Range: The projected salary or hourly pay rang