Summary

The Center for Comparative Medicine provides for the care, health and well-being of all research animals used in the pursuit of scientific achievement and excellence at Baylor College of Medicine. CCM provides the highest quality veterinary and animal care and acts as a resource for the faculty on veterinary and scientific issues relating to the use of laboratory animals. This position provides routine animal care and handling for a diverse group of small research animals according to established procedures and standards. Care staff are responsible for attending monthly all staff meetings, facility staff meetings, TAR trainings, and reviewing CCM SOPs as required. Standard hours are Monday - Friday, 7am to 4pm. Weekend and holiday work is required, on a rotational basis, as CCM is operational 365 days a year. Coverage during weather related storms may be required, as the need arises.

Job Duties

• Feeds and waters animals according to CCM schedules and instructions.
• Performs daily health checks on animals. 
  
• Changes animal caging as scheduled, per SOPs. 
  
• Maintains a clean environment including: sanitizing rooms, equipment and hallways.
  
• Learns and assists in animal census and other required documentation. 
  
• Handles and transports animals and bedding material.
  
• Maintains supplies in animal rooms including feed, caging, and equipment for daily use. 
  
• Completes husbandry logs. 
  
• Follows and ensures compliance as it relates to animal welfare, laws, and regulations. 
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• No experience required.