What are the responsibilities and job description for the BFT CCM Summer Undergraduate Internship: RESEARCH ANIMAL SPECIALIST position at Massachusetts General Hospital?
General Overview
The Summer Undergraduate Internship at the Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Comparative Medicine offers students hands-on training in laboratory animal husbandry and care. Under the guidance of CCM Managers, Veterinarians and Team Leads, Interns will work alongside Research Animal Specialists in state-of-the-art biomedical research facilities. Through this opportunity, interns will gain experience using organizational tools and management strategies to improve the quality of care offered to laboratory animals in the support of biomedical research.
This is a paid internship opportunity that offers interns a hands-on working experience.
The Internship dates are the beginning of June until the end of August. (Dates are flexible to accommodate school schedules). Daily work is scheduled weekdays from 7am to 3:30pm. It is expected that candidates will work the entire duration of the internship.
Responsibilities
Specific internship experiences may vary by location, but usually include:
*Biology, husbandry, and basic veterinary care of common vertebrate species used in a laboratory setting.
*Handling and sample collection methods.
*Rodent breeding strategies.
*Disease surveillance and colony health management.
*Occupational safety.
*Regulatory oversight & ethics.
*Continuous improvement using Lean Management tools.
Skills / Abilities / Competencies Required
*Able to effectively work in a team environment.
*Customer-focused attitude.
*Commitment to animal welfare.
*Ability to learn CCM and MGB computer applications.
*Physical Requirements
oAbility to lift and transport up to 50 lbs on a regular basis
oAbility to stand for long periods of time and perform repetitive motions required for animal husbandry.
*Working Conditions:
oPotential exposure to noise, dust, animal byproducts, and chemicals associated with lab animal care.
oWork is conducted in laboratory spaces, often in rooms without windows to the outside.
Please apply online and be prepared to furnish 2 academic or work-related references. To be eligible, you must be in an undergraduate program.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience lab animal care experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate well person to person as well as per E-mail. - Ability to work in a team setting as well as independently. - Good verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions. - Excellent observational skills. - Ability to maintain accurate and thorough records. - Ability to stand for long periods of time. - Ability to perform a variety of physical functions including frequent squatting, twisting, reaching, and bending.
Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience lab animal care experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate well person to person as well as per E-mail. - Ability to work in a team setting as well as independently. - Good verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions. - Excellent observational skills. - Ability to maintain accurate and thorough records. - Ability to stand for long periods of time. - Ability to perform a variety of physical functions including frequent squatting, twisting, reaching, and bending.
Physical Requirements
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
