Responsibilities As a Biological Science Laboratory Technician (Animal) within the National Wildlife Health Center, some of your specific duties will include: -Animal Husbandry-Provides general husbandry (feed, water, cage cleaning) for a wide variety of laboratory and wild-caught birds, mammals, amphibians/reptiles, and fish in accordance with the Animal Welfare Act and the Public Health Service Guide. -Maintains inventory of supplies and materials. -Animal Health Observations - Performs detailed animal health observations and maintains accurate records. -Clean, decontaminate, and sterilize animal facility and equipment - Cleans, decontaminates, sterilizes, and maintains animal rooms, cages, and equipment in accordance with strict containment protocols and procedures using specialized equipment and chemicals. -Laboratory Techniques - Assists veterinary and research staff in transporting and restraining animals, administering medications, collecting samples, taking scientific measurements, anesthesia, and euthanasia. -Planning and monitoring animal care budget. -Overseeing the daily work of animal care technicians, including staffing levels, schedules, assigned tasks, and compliance with facility policies and husbandry protocols.