Animal Technician

Pharmaron • Woburn, MA

1d • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Animal Technician to join our Woburn in vivo research team. In this role, you'll provide daily husbandry, care, and monitoring for colonies of research rodents, ensuring high standards of animal welfare, facility cleanliness, and data integrity in accordance with IACUC guidelines, SOPs, and PHS policy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or ALAT certification preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience handling rodents in a research or animal care setting.
• Understanding of animal welfare regulations (IACUC, PHS Policy) and standard husbandry practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive physical tasks safely.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and adaptable to changing research priorities.
• Team-oriented with strong communication and attention to detail.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Receive, identify, and house research rodents; prepare cage cards per study protocols.
• Perform daily husbandry tasks including feeding, watering, health checks, and enrichment.
• Maintain accurate records of animal health, environmental conditions, and facility operations.
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain cages, racks, and equipment following SOPs.
• Assist with breeding colony management, genotyping sample collection, and record updates.
• Support research procedures including injections, blood and tissue collection, and euthanasia under supervision.
• Conduct environmental and microbiological monitoring (e.g., RODAC, PCR sample collection).
• Maintain inventory of feed, bedding, enrichment, and general vivarium supplies.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, biosecurity, and regulatory requirements.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Insurance including Medical, Dental & Vision with significant employer contributions
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Employer-paid Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401k plan with generous employer match
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees