Laboratory Animal Care Technician

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

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Hours: Variable daytime hours, typically starting between 6-8am

Weekend & Holiday Rotation

Overtime available

*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range is $18-$20/hr will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person's relevant experience and/or education level.

Responsibilities & Duties

Corporate

• Follow all SOPs and other applicable laboratory or company policies and procedures
• Maintain confidential information

General

• Support and participate in company initiatives as directed.
• Ability to read/write English and understand scientific protocols and reports.
• Perform periodic review of all applicable SOPs to ensure accuracy and confirm procedures are being performed according to SOPs. Participate in SOP writing, reviews, and revisions, as needed.
• Complete training requirements as assigned and maintain appropriate training documentation.
• Maintain compliance and adhere to all safety regulations, policies, and procedures
• Maintain thorough knowledge and ensure compliance with GLPs, USDA, AAALAC, OLAW and other applicable regulations.

Specific

• Perform routine husbandry (food, water, cleaning pens) for a variety of animal species.
• Perform general room cleaning procedures.
• Perform animal husbandry sanitization and water monitoring.
• Complete daily animal welfare check and animal husbandry records.
• Perform animal receiving procedures including preparation of cage cards and completion of animal receipt records.
• Ensure animals have adequate space, safe and secure housing, and appropriate enrichment
• Provide animal transportation for acquisition and disposal.
• Ensures animals well-being, health and sanitation is adequate
• Learns to perform daily observations and recording into the electronic data capture system or on paper records.
• Learns to restrain a variety of animal species.
• Learns to perform entry and study start physical exams.
• Monitor temperature and humidity in animal rooms and report HVAC issues.
• Assist with stocking supplies, monitoring for expiration, and notifying appropriate employee of items that need to be ordered.
• Study protocol and notebook review prior to study initiation.
• Feed, bedding, and animal facility supply ordering and inventory maintenance.
• Perform pest monitoring for rodents and insects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Education and experience

• HS diploma/GED required.
• Animal handling experience preferred
• ALAT Certification or commitment to attaining certification within 18 months of start date.
• Willingness to participate in continual training opportunities

Skills and abilities

• Good organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work with personnel at all levels of the organization.
• Must have the ability to work independently as well as a team environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks in a high energy, fast paced environment.
• Proficient in the use of a computer to compile and maintain simple data, spreadsheets, checklists and reports for records and inventory, utilizing the appropriate software.
• Exhibits an aptitude for quality, an eye for detail, the ability to follow written instructions and work with a minimum of supervision.
• Displays a basic understanding of GLP, AAALAC, OLAW regulations and standards with the ability to apply these practices daily.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge and awareness of general laboratory procedures. Maintains a commitment to adhere to all safety regulations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an ability to follow detailed instructions with a sense for scientific method.

Physical Activity & Working Conditions

• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds and move heavy equipment in a safe manner
• Ability to stand and move (e.g., walk, bend, reach, lift, crouch, push, pull, lift.) throughout an entire work shift
• Manual dexterity (e.g., feeling, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion) to operate necessary equipment and perform essential tasks outlined in position description
• Required to have close visual acuity (e.g., preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small parts) and depth perception (with or without glasses/contacts)
• Required utilization of provided personal protection equipment (PPE)
• Occasional exposure to potential hazards such as hot water, steam, mechanical equipment, biological substances, loud noise, odors, chemicals, and to range of outdoor weather conditions
• Occasional exposure to potential hazards such as hot water, steam, mechanical equipment, biological substances, loud noise, odors, and chemicals
• Regular on-site attendance as scheduled by management

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.

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Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.

*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person's relevant experience and/or education level.

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.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.