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Vivarium Operations Animal Care Technician

2 months ago


Cambridge, United States Synectics Full time

Description :Supporting Cambridge discovery research through providing high quality animal care and husbandry, facility maintenance and ensuring compliance with regulations within a multi-building, multi-species AAALACi accredited research program.Daily husbandry to animals (small rodents), clinical observations, maintenance of the animal facilities (sanitation of animal and procedure rooms, equipment)Strictly follows all procedures necessary to maintain animal housing areas or semi-rigid isolator environments, including room or facility personnel entry; personnel protective equipment use, spraying in all equipment and materials into controlled areas.Assists with receipt of incoming animals and relocations and putting incoming animals awayOperates equipment and uses supplies according to safety guidelines and adheres to safety procedures.Responsible for ensuring compliance with all institutional and regulatory protocols, policies, and guidelines as well as reviewing and comprehending SOPs.Provide consistent and high quality on-site animal care and vivarium supportEffectively gain certification and proficiency on all applicable operational skills Team oriented and interactive.Foster peer/team development and performanceStrong attention to completion of tasks in an efficient/consistent manner and strong communicationContinuously support Vivarium Operations Management in maintaining compliance with all internal and external regulatory agencies in accordance with the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory AnimalsExecute detail-specific operational supportBoth Shifts: Tues-Sat 7AM-3PM; Sun-Thurs 7AM-3PM Qualifications : GED or High School degree required4-year Science degree, or a combination of experience with higher education preferredALAT Certification desirable or pursued after startWorking knowledge of federal, state, local (Animal Welfare) laws and departmental SOPsRequires strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate openly, be motivated and work independently as well as work successfully within and across teams.Thorough understanding and comprehension of operational standards, processes, equipment, etc. as they relate to operational responsibilitiesSome related experience in animal husbandry working with animals or performing animal husbandry in a research setting or animal environment setting.A strong commitment to providing quality research support, be dedicated to providing consistent, humane animal care in accordance with Laboratory Animal Care regulations/standards.Must be reliable, independent, work well in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment and have well developed interpersonal and communication skills.Must be able to maintain positive work environment by behaving and communicating in a professional manner with coworkers, collaborating partners and peers.Ability to read, write, speak and understand high school level English.Computer literacy using timekeeping, training software and programs and word processing is required.Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and move heavy objects.Must be able work from a standing position for prolonged time periods and perform repetitive motion tasks.Strong commitment to providing humane, consistent, and high quality daily care to research animalsStrong interpersonal skills (transparency, professionalism, communication)Strong sense of personal accountability, reliability and integrityTeam-oriented and interactive. Fosters peer/team development and performance.Organized, effective time management, detail-oriented, thorough and consistentAbility to independently identify and resolve standard vivarium operational issues/challengesSelf-starter requiring no daily oversightOpen to supporting transitional operations and schedule changesCommitted to professional development and continuous learningThorough knowledge of animal care expectations/responsibilitiesKnowledge of facility operational parameters and standardsRecognition of typical/atypical animal health and behaviorsEffective time management/prioritization for operational expectations/responsibilitiesKnowledge of Federal, state and local Animal Welfare regulations and recommendationsProficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook required, database use desirableAble to perform standard animal care responsibilities. Benefits: Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics. Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st. Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification. Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.