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Animal Care Specialist I

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
60 Fenwood Road (Show on map)
Feb 28, 2025
Assists in the daily operation of the Animal Facility, in feeding of and caring for animals used in experiments. Assists in the daily operation of the Animal Facility, in feeding of and caring for animals used in experiments. 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. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required 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. The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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.