TEMP - Sr. Technician, Vivarium

Neurocrine Biosciences•San Diego, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for various aspects of vivarium operations including performing various technical procedures and assisting scientists with conducting surgical studies/experiments. In addition, responsible for performing routine small animal husbandry, animal health monitoring, cage changing, operation/ preventative maintenance of facility equipment and maintains inventory of supplies.

Requirements

High School Diploma / Associates degree and 5 years or more of previous experience conducting various technical procedures and experiments in a Vivarium setting.
Requires deep experience in animal husbandry
Developing specialized skills through job-related training and on-the-job experience
Applies relevant skills and substantial understanding in a range of processes, procedures and systems to carry out assignments
Seek opportunities to implement the 3 Rs (Reduction, Refinement, and Replacement)
Extensive knowledge of vivarium operations
Demonstrate knowledge of the Animal Welfare Act regulations and the guide for the care and use of Laboratory animals
Knowledge of BSL procedures
Ability to transport equipment and supplies throughout facility
Ability to work in a collaborative, team environment
Ability to work inside a controlled environment under strict atmospheric, temperature and humidity standardized parameters
Can accommodate a flexible working schedule; may need to work hours outside the regular working times of M-F, 9-5, including weekends and Holidays
No known animal or dust allergies

Nice To Haves

AALAS Certification
Expert knowledge of general sanitation practices and use of equipment such as automatic cage washer and autoclave
Ability to track / order inventory and process received goods

Responsibilities

Works closely with in-vivo research scientists to conduct pharmacokinetics (PK) studies in animals by IV infusion or injection (IV/SQ/PO) and sampling by catheter, tail vein, via orbital sinus, or cardiac puncture
Conducts surgical support on rats and mice such as providing pre and post op treatment care
Perform in-vitro studies including sampling culture and dilutions
Maintain sample documentation and utilize electronic sampling systems
Coordinate maintenance on vivarium and laboratory clinical research equipment
Ensure established SOPs are followed and may help in creating new ones as required
Assist with animal breeding including record keeping, health checks, and PCR sampling
Uses preventative medicine techniques such as collecting and submitting samples and sentinels for disease surveillance
Provide training to vivarium and research personnel
Support inspection readiness by ensuring compliance with IACUC guidelines
Support environmental enrichment programs and assessment / introduction of novel items as needed
May perform routine animal husbandry activities; provides quality support in the animal facility cage wash areas.
Cage changing, collects dirty cages and equipment, removes bedding and food, completes cage pre-wash and sanitation, runs cage washer, receives and unpacks supplies, stocks supplies, maintains appropriate inventory of clean cages, supplies, autoclaves cages and water, maintaining sanitation in treatment and surgery facilities, instrument cleaning and sterilization, etc.
Performs additional duties as assigned