The Animal Technician works as part of a team caring for mice in a large production setting. Responsibilities include feeding and watering, cleaning cages, operating a cage wash machine, and other animal husbandry tasks. Position may also include cross training in production tasks such as immunizing animals, withdrawing ascites, maintaining supply inventories, and computerized documentation. This job is physically demanding and has exposure to animal odors.
Although this is generally a Monday - Friday position, coverage for weekends and holidays is rotated among all team members. Some overtime is occasionally needed.
Hourly rate may be higher for those candidates with relevant industry experience.
We offer a full training program in animal care and production operations. As a production facility, we require above-average attention to detail and ability to read and understand written technical documents. We expect a high standard of animal care and diligent compliance with animal welfare regulations.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to understand technical documents and work instructions
Ability to work in a team as well as independently
Ability to repetitively manipulate feeding and/or bedding scoops, scrape cages, run a cage wash machine, etc.
Basic computer skills required for data entry and communications.
Ability to frequently lift 50 lbs
