Role Description: An animal research technician supporting the Biopharma, non-biocontainment livestock and calf hutch facility research environment at the Zoetis Richland site. Primary species of responsibility are swine and cattle.Must properly use and maintain all necessary equipment and follow proper techniques as determined by departmental SOPs and institutional Policies.
Responsibilities: Perform all phases of animal experiments associated with the discovery and/or development of animal health products.
Set up and perform a variety of animal activities, including husbandry, sample collection, processing analysis, data handling, record keeping, and laboratory and instrument maintenance in accordance with applicable Animal Welfare regulations and GxP policies.
Carry out duties according to protocol and applicable SOPs while maintaining the highest standards of animal care, biosecurity and safety.
Assist with all aspects of study execution including but not limited to: in vivo study protocol review; animal procurement; biological sample collection and data collection in accordance with regulatory requirements. Cleaning and disinfection of penning and rooms.
Utilize knowledge of how functional areas are used and maintained in the completion of research protocols. Responsible for all steps of room maintenance related to studies with priority on cleaning and disinfecting.
Positively communicate with and assist managers, researchers and fellow technicians and support the clinical veterinarians with all aspects of veterinary care.
Help onboard new employees and serve as a mentor.
Provide training in standard animal procedures which may include handling, dosing, biological sampling, humane euthanasia, necropsy and biosecurity.
Identify and implement process improvements and share knowledge and expertise with others in work group.
Operate a variety of equipment, including, but not limited to, powered lift trucks, farm vehicles, and animal handling equipment.
Qualifications:
High School plus 3 years related experience or education combined and/or valid veterinary technician license/certification.
Great attitude and a willingness to learn! Flexibility, enthusiasm and adaptability within the work environment, and a track record of successfully and collaboratively working in a fast-paced setting involving multiple projects and tasks.
Demonstrated math and reading comprehension required.
Desirable attributes:
Previous experience in an animal research setting.
Previous experience working with infectious disease models in a biocontainment and or biopharma facility.
AALAS certification at any level.
Basic computer skills including navigating common applications, the internet and communicating via email.
Physical Position Requirements:
Ability to lift 50 Ibs routinely.
Weekend and holiday work expected and performed on rotation.
Ability to withstand frequent twisting and bending throughout the day.
Must be able and willing to start work as early as 4:30am as appropriate.
Role requires the usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and a very high level of personal hygiene to be maintained while at work.
Full time
Regular
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