Animal Care Technician I
NORTHERN BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH INC dbaNorthernB•Norton Shores, MI
27d•Onsite
About The Position
The Animal Care Technician I will be engaged in basic animal husbandry, routine care, and maintenance of animal living quarters while supporting research staff in study-related tasks. Introduction to basic technical skills will also be required with minimal data management.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED required
- Proficient with Microsoft Office core applications and the ability to learn and use additional applications
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment
Responsibilities
- Ensure a high level of animal welfare and work to improve the quality of life for laboratory animals.
- Clean and set up enclosures, pens, trays, and equipment to keep animals clean and comfortable.
- Feed, water, and may provide enrichment to the animals.
- Assist with restraint, handling, and manipulation of animal species.
- Perform daily health observations to maintain quality and health of research animals
- Receive animals upon arrival at the facility.
- Participate in general vivarium maintenance activities, which may include pest control management.
- Collect and record data on paper and/or electronically in a laboratory information management system (LIMs) in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) mainly related to colony studies
- Data collection may vary from detailed observations, body weights, and minimal blood collections.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
