Vivarium Facility Technician II

Perspective Therapeutics•Coralville, IA

About The Position

The Vivarium Facility Technician II will be an integral part of our vivarium facility team, reporting directly to the Director of Discovery Preclinical Pharmacology . This role will primarily involve providing the comprehensive support for all aspects of the vivarium; animal husbandry and welfare, technical support of investigators and overall operation and maintenance of the facility. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining the welfare of research animals and supporting ongoing research activities. Essential Functions Provide daily care for research animals, including feeding, watering, and monitoring health and behavior insuring animal welfare and compliance. Perform cage changing, provision of enrichment, facility sanitation and maintenance. Support research activities by assisting with experimental procedures, handling and restraint of animals, and maintaining accurate records. Perform common rodent skills such as IV, IP, SQ, tumor measurements as needed. Perform inventory management, ensuring adequate supplies are available while minimizing waste. Collaborate with Scientific and veterinary staff to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation requirements. Develop and implement training programs for staff involved in animal care and research procedures. Maintain accurate records and documentation related to IACUC, animal care, experimental procedures, and facility operations. Perform facility maintenance tasks, including equipment cleaning and routine inspections. Take the lead in developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols to ensure the well-being of animals and personnel. Order, schedule and receive laboratory animals. Work Holidays and weekends assigned in a rotation. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Veterinary Technology, or related field. Minimum of 2 years of experience working with rodents (mice and rats) in a mixed job setting(s) involving husbandry and technical work. Working Knowledge of USDA, Guide for Care and Use Lab Animals, AAALAC Demonstrated proficiency in common rodent skills, husbandry and sanitation practices. LAT or LATG , CVT Certification Knowledge / Skill / Ability Be able to read and write in English. Working knowledge of excel, word and power point. Excellent communications, interpersonal and collaboration skills, and ability to interact professionally with a wide range of individuals and organizations, internal and external. Ability to work independently with minimal direction, and drive deliverables through to completion by deadlines provided. Highly organized with strong attention to detail and commitment to high quality animal care and use. Full range of motion and ability to use both hands mandated by machinery. High degree of manual dexterity. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks associated with animal care and facility maintenance. Ability to maintain focus on a complex task for 4-6 hours at a time. Ability to work within a corporate culture in which enthusiasm, respect, integrity, and teamwork are expected to the highest of standards. Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as required. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be willing to work in a facility producing radioactive materials and requiring all employees to participate in safety programs designed to minimize potential and/or actual exposure levels. Must be able to work outside of regular work hours, including off shift, weekend, and holiday work as business needs require. May be required to sit or stand for long periods of 8+ hours a day while performing duties. Occasional kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, or reaching may be required. Must possess good hand-eye coordination; close attention to detail is required. Must be able to work indoors and outdoors with exposure to mechanical/moving parts, hazards including radioactive, corrosive, flammable and toxic material, dust, dirt, odors, and irritants. Must be willing to wear a variety of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including eye and hearing protection, as needed. Willingness to complete safety training within allotted timeframes, and work in a team-based environment. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This job description reflects key responsibilities and expectations and may evolve as business needs change. Perspective Therapeutics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. For information on Perspective Therapeutics, visit our website at: www.perspectivetherapeutics.com .

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Veterinary Technology, or related field.
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with rodents (mice and rats) in a mixed job setting(s) involving husbandry and technical work.
Working Knowledge of USDA, Guide for Care and Use Lab Animals, AAALAC
Demonstrated proficiency in common rodent skills, husbandry and sanitation practices.
LAT or LATG , CVT Certification
Be able to read and write in English.
Working knowledge of excel, word and power point.
Excellent communications, interpersonal and collaboration skills, and ability to interact professionally with a wide range of individuals and organizations, internal and external.
Ability to work independently with minimal direction, and drive deliverables through to completion by deadlines provided.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and commitment to high quality animal care and use.
Full range of motion and ability to use both hands mandated by machinery.
High degree of manual dexterity.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks associated with animal care and facility maintenance.
Ability to maintain focus on a complex task for 4-6 hours at a time.
Ability to work within a corporate culture in which enthusiasm, respect, integrity, and teamwork are expected to the highest of standards.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as required.

Responsibilities

Provide daily care for research animals, including feeding, watering, and monitoring health and behavior insuring animal welfare and compliance.
Perform cage changing, provision of enrichment, facility sanitation and maintenance.
Support research activities by assisting with experimental procedures, handling and restraint of animals, and maintaining accurate records.
Perform common rodent skills such as IV, IP, SQ, tumor measurements as needed.
Perform inventory management, ensuring adequate supplies are available while minimizing waste.
Collaborate with Scientific and veterinary staff to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation requirements.
Develop and implement training programs for staff involved in animal care and research procedures.
Maintain accurate records and documentation related to IACUC, animal care, experimental procedures, and facility operations.
Perform facility maintenance tasks, including equipment cleaning and routine inspections.
Take the lead in developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols to ensure the well-being of animals and personnel.
Order, schedule and receive laboratory animals.
Work Holidays and weekends assigned in a rotation.