Swine Neonatal Care Technician

eGenesis•Madison, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

eGenesis is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing human-compatible engineered organs to address the severe global organ shortage. The Company’s proprietary genome engineering platform enables extensive, multiplex gene edits to remove key biological barriers, add protective human transgenes, and inactivate endogenous retroviruses. EGEN-2784, a genetically engineered porcine kidney, is the Company’s lead program and is currently being evaluated in a multi-patient Expanded Access study at MGH. eGenesis is headquartered in Cambridge, MA. At eGenesis, our core values —innovation, collaboration, compassion, resilience, and passion—are at the center of how we work. We engineer hope and bring passion to everything we do. We collaborate and learn from one another, combining diverse expertise to tackle complex challenges. We innovate boldly, pushing boundaries and science to new heights. where no pig organ has gone before. With resilience, we navigate challenges and celebrate progress together. And in all we do, we lead with compassion—for our patients, our people, and our pigs. POSITION SUMMARY The Neonatal Care Technician will be responsible for animal care, cleaning, and communication between neonatal and veterinary staff. The individual in this role should be reliable, timely, and observant. This member needs to efficiently perform all required procedures overseen by the neonatal supervisor. All team members must abide by all eGenesis policies and procedures that are relevant to this position.

Requirements

Exposure to animal handling and basic animal health concerns
Knowledge of equipment disinfection and infection control practices
An eagerness to learn or further knowledge relating to animal health
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Proficiency in MS Office
Schedule flexibility

Nice To Haves

AALAS certification
1+ years of relevant experience in animal research or veterinary care
Knowledge and expertise of veterinary procedures
Knowledge and expertise in animal research

Responsibilities

Perform daily care of piglets in the eGenesis Neonatal facility
Take daily weights and temperatures of each piglet
Clean daily following provided standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Feed piglets following provided SOPs
Observe piglets and record clinical observations
Provide recommended treatments according to veterinary instruction (includes giving emergency care and assisting in veterinary procedures such as sedation/anesthesia, venipuncture, and euthanasia.)
Record all information in the dedicated databases.
Interpret and report piglet health status
Express interest in furthering knowledge pertaining to piglet health
Work with all team members to fully understand each piglet’s medical history
Communicate piglet clinical signs with supervisor and veterinary staff
Participate in department, division, and other meetings as requested
Be responsible to ensure SOP compliance
Complete all training on SOPs relative to the position
Monitor environment for deviations from the SOPs and inform supervisor
Inform team members and supervisor if any deviations from SOPs are observed to ensure all aspects of the position are being completed correctly
Promote and adhere to safety in workplace
Promote safety awareness
Correct unsafe acts and conditions and ensure equipment is properly maintained
Report and investigate all accidents/incidents
Inspect own area and take remedial action to minimize or eliminate hazards
Complete required training assignments, forms, and other paperwork
Ensure compliance with company biosecurity practices to safeguard health of neonatal animals
Promote and adhere to the eGenesis animal welfare policies
Follow all applicable regulatory requirements (USDA, FDA, OLAW) regarding animal welfare and ensure humane care according to the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals and the Animal Welfare Act