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The Center for Discovery and Innovation- CDI was established by Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) as an academic basic and translational research enterprise to rapidly translate science innovation to the clinic and to improve outcomes for patients with cancer, infectious diseases, autoimmune disease and other acute and chronic diseases. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

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Overview:
The Animal Caretaker is the responsibility for the feeding, cleaning and observation of research animals in support of laboratory projects and programs. This position cleans and disinfects cages, rooms and equipment. Additionally, this role supports staff and researchers with handling and restraint of animals. The Center for Discovery and Innovation- CDI was established by Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) as an academic basic and translational research enterprise to rapidly translate science innovation to the clinic and to improve outcomes for patients with cancer, infectious diseases, autoimmune disease and other acute and chronic diseases.  The CDI has grown rapidly since its origins in 2019, and now has 39 labs, 200+ scientists and allied personnel supported by 78 NIH and DoD grants and more than 87 other grants and contracts. Areas of expertise include genomics, epigenetics, drug resistance, stem cell biology, drug discovery, diagnostics and biomarker development, rheumatology and pharmacology.

Responsibilities:
A day in the life of a Animal Caretaker at Hackensack Meridian Health includes: <ul><li>Becomes familiar with laboratory animals, their habits, and their needs. Attends the laboratory animal husbandry course given in the department. </li><li>Maintains, scrubs, and disinfects animal cages, cage floors, and cage pans. </li><li>Under supervision, cleans and sanitizes cages, animal rooms, and related equipment. </li><li>Feeds and waters animals according to the schedule. </li><li>Maintains animal rooms in clean and odorless condition; and maintains room census daily.</li><li>Weighs or restrains animals when required for various technical procedures.</li><li>Collects voided urine and feces when requested in appropriate containers.</li><li>Performs such other duties as may be required for the maintenance and welfare of the animal colony.</li><li>Understands and adheres to all HMH compliance standards as they appear in HMH policies. </li><li>Must be able to carry a minimum of 50 lbs. Lifts a minimum of 50 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 100 lbs. and stands a minimum of 5 hours a day. </li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>

Qualifications:
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: <ul><li>Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of an FBI background check and other regulatory approvals for admittance to BSL3 facilities and/or select agent facilities. </li></ul>Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: <ul><li>High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs preferred.</li><li>Prior experience preferred. </li></ul>Licenses and Certifications Required:<ul><li>ALAT certification must be completed by 18 months of employment. </li></ul> If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Starting Minimum Rate:
Minimum rate of $19.63 Hourly

Job Posting Disclosure:
HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. 

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. 


Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

Hackensack Meridian Health

Animal Caretaker - Center for Discovery and Innovation- CDI

Animal Care

Animal Husbandry

Animal Research

Autoimmune Disease

Background Investigation

Benchmarking

Biomarkers

Cancer

Cell Biology

Chronic Disease

Cleanroom

Compensation Management

Drug Discovery

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

Genomics

High School Diploma

Infectious Diseases

Lift/Move 50 Pounds

Patient Care

Pharmacology

Regulations

Regulatory Compliance

Rheumatology

Specimen Collection

Stem Cells

Translational Research

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You will partner closely with franchise owners and build broker networks that drive deal flow, serving as the primary real estate point of contact and ensuring development timelines stay on track.   Backed by Roark Capital Group, Primrose is entering a new phase of disciplined growth. In this role, you will play a critical part in that expansion by helping identify, evaluate, and secure high-quality sites that support long-term success.   Site Selection & Deal Execution <ul><li>Drive site identification from franchise agreement execution through executed purchase or lease agreement </li><li>Evaluate and present sites using data-driven analysis (demographics, trade areas, competition, and market trends) </li><li>Prepare and negotiate letters of intent, site approval packages, and purchase/lease agreements in partnership with legal counsel</li><li>Coordinate site planning with internal design and construction teams </li><li>Partner with Development Project Manager to ensure deal quality and project feasibility prior to submission </li></ul>  Broker Network Development <ul><li>Build and maintain a high-performing broker network across all markets; serve as the primary contact for brokers, landlords, and sellers</li><li>Drive consistent outreach and relationship-building to generate deal flow </li><li>Educate brokers on Primrose’s site criteria, approval process, and development timelines to enable proactive sourcing </li></ul>  Franchisee Development & Schedule Management <ul><li>Serve as the primary real estate partner for assigned franchise owners during the site search phase </li><li>Initiate site acquisition efforts immediately following franchise agreement execution </li><li>Manage development schedules, proactively identifying risks, delays, and misalignment with key milestones</li><li>Support franchise owners in evaluating sites and preparing site approval packages </li><li>Ensure timely collection and delivery of all required documentation </li></ul>  Market Planning & Analytics <ul><li>Identify target markets and recommend Designated Service Area (DSA) boundaries </li><li>Partner with franchise owners to align on territory mapping </li><li>Leverage data and analytics to support site selection decisions (demographics, traffic patterns, co-tenancy, and competition) </li><li>Maintain accurate pipeline reporting and CRM data to support development visibility </li></ul> WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR  <ul><li>5+ years of commercial real estate experience with a focus on site selection, ideally supporting a multi-unit retail or franchise brand</li><li>Proven ability to manage the full site acquisition lifecycle, from market analysis through executed lease or purchase agreements</li><li>Experience partnering with franchise owners or developers; understands how to navigate development schedules and earn operator trust </li><li>Strong track record building and leveraging broker networks to generate consistent deal flow across multiple markets </li><li>Working knowledge of zoning, permitting, and entitlement processes </li><li>Data-driven approach to decision making; comfortable using market analytics and GIS tools to evaluate sites </li><li>Ability to build and present clear, compelling site recommendations and approval packages </li><li>Disciplined in pipeline management with strong attention to reporting accuracy and timelines </li><li>High ownership mindset with the ability to operate independently across a defined territory </li><li>Strong communicator and relationship builder with a high level of professionalism and integrity </li><li>Ability to travel as needed to support site selection and market coverage </li></ul>WHAT YOU WILL GET   <ul><li>Competitive commission plan designed to reward performance, with top performers earning 1x–2x their base salary through deal closings and portfolio performance </li><li>50% tuition reimbursement for up to three children and/or one grandchild at any Primrose School </li><li>Full-time team members are eligible for health, dental and vision insurance</li><li>401k with company matching up to 3.5% and company provided life insurance</li><li>Employee Assistance Program</li></ul>  This is a remote position.

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