JOB SUMMARY: This position is located in the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), National Animal Disease Center, Animal Resources Unit in Ames, Iowa. In this position, you will serve as working Lead, performing technical work in support of the care, maintenance, health and behavior of animals involved in research projects. 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 10 years. MAJOR DUTIES: Set the pace of work, demonstrates proper work methods, and answer questions concerning procedures, policies, instructions, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other directives. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.