Job Title: Animal Care Technician
Job Description

As an Animal Care Technician, you will be responsible for placing processed bedding, feed, and other related items into assembled, sanitized cages. You will maintain detailed records of maintenance schedules, detergent and disinfectant use, and performance tests for the cage washer and autoclave. Additionally, you will perform daily animal health observations and husbandry duties to ensure the quality and health of research animals.

ResponsibilitiesPlace processed bedding, feed, and other related items into assembled, sanitized cages.Maintain detailed records of maintenance schedules, detergent and disinfectant use, and performance tests for the cage washer and autoclave.Perform daily animal health observations.Conduct daily water bottle/automatic water line and cage checks.Provide appropriate food and water to research animals.Perform cage changing and/or cage cleaning as required per standard operating procedures (SOP) and specified protocols.Essential SkillsAnimal careAnimal monitoringAnimal husbandryAnimal handlingCleaningCage washingMonitoring animal healthAnimal scienceAnimal researchVivariumAdditional Skills & QualificationsHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.Six months of experience in research animal care and husbandry preferred.Work Environment

The position is based in an animal research lab focused on oncology. The work requires standing, walking, or moving about campus on a continuous basis and the ability to lift, carry, or otherwise move and position objects and materials weighing up to 50 lbs. Additionally, you must be able to ascend and descend stairs on a regular basis. This role will provide you with extensive experience in high-volume animal care within a leading research environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $17.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Baltimore,MD.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 26, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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