Job ID: req4154

Employee Type: nonexempt full-time

Division: Laboratory Animal Science Program

Facility: Frederick: Ft Detrick

Location: USA

The Frederick National Laboratory is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.

Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; its the FNL way.

Program Description

The Laboratory Animal Sciences Program (LASP) provides exceptional quality animal care and technical support services for animal research performed at the National Cancer Institute at the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research. LASP executes this mission by providing a broad spectrum of state-of-the-art technologies and services that are focused on the design, generation, characterization and application of genetically engineered and biological animal models of human disease, which are aimed at the development of targeted diagnostics and therapies. LASP contributes to advancing human health, developing new treatments, and improving existing treatments for cancer and other diseases while ensuring safe and humane treatment of animals.

Key Roles/Responsibilities

• Daily tasks associated with the care, breeding and treatment of research animals for experimental purposes
• Maintenance of a proper living environment for test animals, and observing and recording physical signs of animal health
• Management of rodent breeding colonies consisting of multiple, genetically complex strains and associated record keeping
• Specialized technical procedures including animal identification, weaning and collection of routine diagnostic samples
• Preparation of supplies, routine maintenance of PIV racks and isolators, supply inventory, operating water bagger, operating autoclaves and delivering animals
• Record keeping, data entry and reporting
• Using personal protective equipment and changing into dedicated facility shoes and clothing before entering the facility
• Adhering to strict safety protocols
• Work schedule will include occasional weekend and holiday hours
  
  

Basic Qualifications

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Possession of a high school degree or equivalent.
• In addition to the education requirement, a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience.
• OR any combination of education and progressively responsible technical experience which qualifies the candidate to sit for the LAT Certification Exam within 12 months of hire. Will encourage achievement of LAT certification; however, this is not a requirement.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate with management in a demanding scientific environment
• Ability to keep detailed and accurate computer records and maintain/update data in computer-based applications/databases
• Utilize basic computer skills
• Ability to appropriately and effectively handle rodent research animals
• Knowledge of policies and regulations governing care and use of research animals
• Knowledge of standard operating procedures for animal facilities
• Knowledge of routine tasks associated with general laboratory animal care
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and to wear respiratory protection equipment if necessary
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
  

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• ALAT certification preferred
• Possession of an Associate’s degree in Life Sciences or Veterinary Technology
• Previous animal holding experience
• Excellent organizational/observational skills
  
  

JOB HAZARDS

• This position is subject to working with or have potential for exposure to animal(s) and/or animal material(s).
• This position is subject to working with or have potential for exposure to infectious material, requiring medical clearance and immunizations.
  
  

Commitment to Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

38,700.00 - 66,500.00

The posted pay range for this job is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data.

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