Research Animal Specialist, MGH CCM

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
185 Cambridge Street (Show on map)
Mar 20, 2025
Summary: Assists in the daily operation of the Animal Facility, in feeding of and caring for animals used in experiments. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions: - Consistently implements sterile techniques using a barrier microisolator cage system. - Tracks animal health and notify supervisors and animal care staff of observations. - Keeps records of animal mortalities. - Maintains records such as animal inventory, Animal Husbandry, and Room Maintenance Records for each assigned room. - Reports all facility and environmental issues to the animal technician supervisor. - Attends staff and educational meetings as scheduled by supervisory staff. - Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Certifications Work Experience Previous experience with Animals 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Detail-oriented. - Multitasking skills. - Long periods of standing and/or moving. - Good communications skills in English, both oral and written. Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required: Experience in care of animals preferred. Proficient in verbal and written English and Mathematics pertinent to the duties of this position and situations encountered in the animal facility. Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. on a regular basis Long periods of standing Has a customer-focused attitude and enjoys working with similarly dedicated persons in a team fashion within a high-energy research environment. Ability to learn and use bar code/PDA technology and basic computer skills including email and Microsoft Outlook. Valid driver's license (for specified facilities). Working Conditions: The animal facility has a variety of environmental conditions. Specifically, employees may be exposed to noise, dust, chemicals, extreme heat, and animal waste products. The duration of exposure to any of the above is dependent on the assigned duties.Some aspects of this position may expose the incumbent to potentially fatal zoonotic diseases. Appropriate protective clothing and equipment may be required and will be provided, accompanied by appropriate training. Travel between facilities may be required. Driving MGH vans to transport animals and equipment may be required. This position may also expose the employee to animals treated with chemical hazards,radioactive dyes and other induced conditionsas part of approved protocols. Employees are expected to conduct all work in a safe manner that includes maintaining knowledge of animal handling techniques consistent with the condition of the animal, protocol, regulations and department policy, including radioactive treatments and bodily fluids. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.