Husbandry Technician I, Vivarium

Crown Bio • San Diego, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the Husbandry Technician I position is to provide animal care and to maintain a clean working environment within the vivarium.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with animals, preferably in a research or laboratory setting, is highly desirable.
• Experience with basic animal husbandry practices, including feeding, cleaning, and health monitoring, is advantageous.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to observe and document animal behavior and health accurately.
• Cleaning and Sanitation: Proficiency in maintaining clean and sanitary animal habitats.
• Animal Handling: Basic skills in safely handling and restraining a variety of laboratory animals.
• Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills to effectively report observations and issues.
• Teamwork: Ability to work well as part of a team and follow instructions from supervisors.
• Physical Stamina: Capability to perform repetitive physical tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot minor issues related to animal care and facility maintenance.
• Regulation Compliance: Understanding of and adherence to relevant regulations and guidelines for animal care and use in research (e.g., IACUC standards).

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrating reliability, a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude, particularly when it comes to maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
• Willingness to accept new projects as required.
• ALAT certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Providing daily care for research animals including feeding, cleaning, changing cages, and monitoring their health and well-being.
• Receiving animals from suppliers, identifying orders from documentation, housing appropriately based on policy and study requirements, and distributing animals to appropriate locations.
• Maintaining clean and sanitary conditions within the vivarium, including sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing equipment.
• Fogging rooms and areas as needed for decontamination.
• Using and maintaining the autoclave for uses such as sterilizing surgical equipment and test articles.
• Observing animals for signs of illness or distress and reporting any issues to veterinary or supervisory staff.
• Collecting clearly labeled swabs, cultures, and fecal samples for pathogen testing.
• Maintaining accurate and complete records of animal health, animal receipt, completed tasks, and environment conditions.
• Maintaining adequate inventory of supplies within the vivarium.
• Ensuring supplies are unexpired and acceptable for use.
• Assisting in the maintenance of equipment and supplies related to animal care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED