Animal Care

The Animal Care Technician is responsible for assisting the contract research group with maintaining the well-being of research animals in accordance with all SOPs, applicable state and federal regulations, as well as guidelines set forth by the on-site clinical veterinarian.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Use simple laboratory equipment/apparatus under supervision.
• Maintain written records in laboratory notebooks, laboratory forms, or log book.
• Maintain laboratory animal colony.
• Clean and sanitize caging, equipment, animal rooms, and support areas.
• Dismantle, clean and assemble laboratory apparatus and equipment.
• Maintain good housekeeping in own work area.
• Maintain an adequate supply of stock items in own work area.
• Act as messenger for supervisor, as directed.
• Perform functions as assigned by supervisor.
• Participate in in-house training programs for the technical staff
• Maintain confidential information
• Support and participate in other company initiatives as directed by senior management
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Maintain an adequate supply of stock items in own work area.

Skills and Abilities:

• Possess knowledge of animal physiology and morphology with the ability to use laboratory instrumentation.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to use a computer to compile data, maintain database/spreadsheet records and inventory utilizing the appropriate software.
• Ability to learn techniques used in the laboratory.
• Ability to handle laboratory instruments and tools, under supervision.
• Ability to handle animals and related equipment as required.
• Record data clearly and accurately.
• Exhibit a quality approach to work, possess an eye for detail, and demonstrate the ability to follow written instructions and work with a minimum of supervision.
• Possess a knowledge and understanding of appropriate regulations and demonstrate the ability to apply these practices daily.
• Ability to read and interpret animal identifications, dose groups, and color codes.
• Adhere to all pertinent safety regulations and operating procedures.
• Possess a favorable attitude and disposition toward people and animals.

Working Conditions

• Frequent involvement with solvents, grease, oil, irritants, acids, bases, and other hazardous chemicals, electro-mechanical hazards, flammable materials and bio-hazards. Due to exposure to hazardous biological materials, immunization  to diseases may be a required
• Will be exposed to animal dander, bites, scratches, etc, and material associated with animal husbandry
• Able to wear latex gloves, dust musk and/or respirator, and safety glasses as required.
• The noise level is usually moderate to loud requiring ear protection
• Mantoux TB test with negative result is required

Interested Applicants should send resume to Shelley Nance at snance@basinc.com