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Animal Techician I

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Boston

Job Description

Job ID: 22931
Date Posted: 09/17/2012
Location: Smith Building
Job Family: Laboratory
Full/Part Time: On Demand
Regular/Temporary: Regular
FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Job Summary

Located in Boston, Dana Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

This position is responsible for performing various animal husbandry duties in conventional, immunodeficient and transgenic/knockout rodent colonies. The ability to perform all duties while strictly adhering to established SOPs and in compliance with local, state, federal and institutional guidelines and regulations is a requirement. Basic computer skills are needed for computerized record keeping in accordance with established procedures, (i.e. ViewPort system for vivarium management, animal holding room census data collection, and computerized autoclave and cage wash logs.



Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED certification is required. One year of experience is preferred but eager candidates without experience will be considered. AALAS technician certification at the ALAT or LAT levels is preferred but not required.



Schedule

Per Diem


Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an Affirmation Action/Equal Opportunity Employer - committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce.


Employment Type

On Demand

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