Harvard University
Animal Technician II
Boston, MA, United States · Mid
No sponsorshipDetected 6 days ago
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About the role
- This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to shape the future of medicine.
- Responsible for the daily care of various laboratory animals, including mice, rats, rabbits and/or other species of laboratory animals as necessary.
- Duties include cleaning, feeding and watering of animals as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Support for families and caregivers
Requirements
- Must be able to lift 50lbs and push/pull up to 300lbs routinely.
- Must be able to walk or stand for a full 7.5-hour shift.
- Must be able to perform in an environment with exposure to animals, animal dander, animal byproducts and bedding materials for prolonged periods of time.
- Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including respiratory equipment (e.g. N95 mask or PAPR), if/when necessary.
- High school graduate or equivalent with at least 3-6 months experience in laboratory animal care required.
- Staying Informed About Your Application: Due to the high volume of applications, we may not always be able to reach out right away, but you can track your status anytime through the Careers@Harvard portal.
Nice to have
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required
- must be able to communicate effectively with and relate to various personnel throughout the University.
Skills
- Basic computer skills required, including familiarity with navigating web-based applications.
- Eligibility for ALAT certification preferred.
- Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
- Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Criminal, Pre-Placement Medical Evaluation
- Work Format Details
- Certain visa types may limit work location.
- Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
- Salary Grade and Ranges
- This position is salary grade level 048.
- Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.
- Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Generous paid time off including parental leave
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
- Retirement plans with university contributions
- Wellbeing and mental health resources
- Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
- Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
- Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.
- Observing and reporting of deviations in the environment which would affect animal health or research projects (e.g. high temperature or humidity);
Company info
- We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives.
Equal opportunity
- EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement
- equal opportunity and non-discrimination.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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