Animal Care Tech
About The Position
At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them. No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team! Whether you're a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it's time to discover your future at Altasciences. We are better together and together We Are Altasciences. About the Role The Animal Care Technician (ACT) shall be responsible for the coordination, movement, and maintenance of facility equipment and supplies. Participate in sanitation through the central cage wash/ In-life and perform monthly environmental tasks for the facility. Provide basic husbandry services or perform tasks involved in the care, maintenance, and welfare of animals (e.g. non-human primates).
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Basic computer and math skills
- Able to work with a diverse group of people in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude toward work and co-workers
Nice To Haves
- Previous animal experience is beneficial
- AALAS certification, preferred
Responsibilities
- Comply with the appropriate safety and study requirements as described in the standard operating procedures (SOPs), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and governmental regulations
- Comply with appropriate safety and health practices including personal protective equipment and barrier requirements, as applicable
- Perform animal identification tasks (tattoo, sex, ear tag, etc.)
- Recognize animal behavior, health status and report to appropriate channels
- Perform animal husbandry (clean, feed, sanitation, enrichment, etc.) on a regular basis
- Operate, maintain, and perform equipment tasks (e.g. cage washers, autoclave, cage movement) on a regular basis
- Observe and report any aberrations in animal room environments (room temperature, humidity, lighting, ventilation, vermin, etc.)
- Perform general facility cleaning, stocking, and inventory
- Prepare rooms, sanitize, and repair as needed
- Receive, and distribute animals for isolation, study assignment or consolidation
- Attend training programs to become more knowledgeable of and develop expertise in laboratory animal science
Benefits
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
- Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
- Telework when applicable
- Training & Development Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
