Position Description

• Mouse husbandry in isolators.
• Breakdown and setup of flexible film and semi-rigid isolators.
• Preparation of sterile supplies including food and bedding.
• Use of facility equipment including autoclaves and cage washers.
• Use of microbiological techniques.
• Collection and maintenance of data; record keeping.
• Ensure facility compliance with all local and federal animal use regulatory entities.
• Act as backup for other technicians, as needed, and performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent with at least 6 months experience in animal care required.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and push/pull up to 300lbs routinely.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• ALAT, or LAT certification by the American Association for Lab Animal Science preferred. Experience in gnotobiotic and germ-free mouse husbandry preferred.
• May require work with infectious agents.
• Employee must perform tasks that require the use of personal protective equipment.

Additional Information

This position is considered to be essential personnel; it may require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs. Weekends and holiday work will be required.

This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance and continued funding to support the position. 

Offer contingent upon successful completion of a pre-placement medical evaluation.

This is an in-person position based on our campus in Boston.

The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Requirements. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/. 

Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.

Harvard University offers an outstanding benefits package including:

• Time Off: 3 - 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 12.5 paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year.
• Medical/Dental/Vision: We offer a variety of excellent medical plans, dental & vision plans, all coverage begins as of your start date.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program, incredibly affordable classes directly at the Harvard Extension School, and discounted options through participating Harvard grad schools.
• Transportation: Harvard offers a 50% discounted MBTA pass as well as additional options to assist employees in their daily commute.
• Wellness options: Harvard offers programs and classes at little or no cost, including stress management, massages, nutrition, meditation, and complementary health services.
• Harvard access to athletic facilities, libraries, campus events, and many discounts throughout metro Boston.

The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture of faculty, staff, and students with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. We appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Harvard Medical School Mission and Community Values

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.