Laboratory Animal Care Specialist

2 weeks ago


Ridgefield, Connecticut, United States eTeam Full time
Job Title:

Animal Research Technician

This position functions under general guidance/supervision of AR management or designee to perform functions in support of AR operations in accordance with federal, state and local regulations, guidelines and policies on the use of laboratory animals.

This position may include rotational assignment to various animal and/or support areas. As a member of a work team, actively promotes a team-oriented work environment, and may be expected to assist in the training of others and quality review of records.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintains functional knowledge and ability to operate and maintain animal facility equipment including but not limited to cage/rack washers, environmental monitoring equipment etc.
  • Ensures timely and accurate documentation of task completion; may assist in quality review of records.
  • May assist in training of team members in AR operations and procedures
  • May identify and assist in the evaluation of new technologies, equipment and methodologies aimed at animal program improvement or advancement.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent plus 2 years experience in an animal research facility or veterinary practice required; Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in animal science or equivalent preferred.
  • AALAS certification is highly desirable
  • Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and Outlook are highly desirable

Working Conditions:

This position requires a high degree of physical work effort including but not limited to: bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs), squatting, pushing/pulling, reaching and long periods of standing, in addition to handling and restraint of small and large laboratory animals.

Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including uniforms, respiratory, eye, hearing, hand and foot protection

Required to work on scheduled weekends and holidays



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