Laboratory Animal Care Technician

Inotiv•Westminster, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The ACT is responsible for providing exceptional animal care to the research animals at Inotiv. This includes performing daily husbandry and care and of laboratory animals in a research environment as well as sanitization and preparation of animal housing equipment, including operation of a large bulk rack washer. The ACT I may be responsible for performing animal technical procedures and providing animal study support with supervision. The ACT I will work as part of a team conducting routine procedures required for vivarium operation. Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

Requirements

Minimum of High School Diploma required.
Individuals must demonstrate strong communication skills and be able to work efficiently in individual and team settings.
Able to lift 50 lbs repetitively
Able to work overtime, as needed

Nice To Haves

College courses and/or associates or bachelor’s degree in animal science or Husbandry are highly desirable
0-3 years of work experience

Responsibilities

Provide food, water, and clean housing to rodents according to SOPs
Perform daily health observations with demonstrated ability to recognize and report abnormalities and common signs of illness
Handle and restrain rodents
Learning opportunities to assist research technicians with various lab procedures, but not required
Maintain accurate records (e.g. documentation of various facility procedures & metrics)
Perform routine facility sanitation procedures; maintain a clean, clutter-free facility
Prepare and stock room supplies
Monitor and record facility environmental parameters
May perform euthanasia procedures as directed
Operate husbandry-related equipment (e.g. cage washers, autoclaves, air flow hoods, etc.) using approved procedures
Wash and prepare caging and equipment.
Maintain work area in an organized, clean, and safe condition
Other duties as assigned