JOB SUMMARY: These positions are located within the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Northeast Area (NEA), at the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center (BARC), in Beltsville, MD. In these positions, you will provide the daily care of agricultural and small laboratory animals to ensure their well-being and safety. This is a term, time-limited appointment with an initial duration no less than 13 months and can be extended up to a total of 4 years. MAJOR DUTIES: Assists in preparing carcasses for experimental work and in collecting animal samples such as blood, urine, feces, and tissues as required. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.