Animal Technician
Global Technical Talent - Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
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Animal Technician Duration:
12 Months Work Type:
Onsite Location:
Durham, NC
Job Summary:
The Animal Technician will perform daily laboratory animal care duties, including animal health monitoring, animal husbandry, and routine cleaning and sanitation. All work assignments will be performed in accordance with SOP and protocol instructions. The Animal Technician must maintain and demonstrate positive working relationships with co-workers, customers, be able to work independently to perform tasks, and have regular attendance.
The essential duties and responsibilities:
Performs animal husbandry duties to maintain the quality and health of research animals to include daily feed/water/enrichment, and cage or room cleaning as required. Cleans assigned animal rooms, isolator environments, animal care equipment, and associated animal facility areas daily. Animal Technician maintains accurate records of animal health. Assists with handling and manipulations as per SOP and protocols. Operates equipment and uses supplies according to safety guidelines, performs general housekeeping, and adheres to safety procedures. Maintains required attendance level and adheres to work schedule in accordance with required staffing levels to ensure that assigned duties are completed. Weekend and holiday coverage is required on a rotation basis. Maintains focus on animal welfare, reporting all concerns to management and/or others as required. Must ensure animal welfare guidelines are met, building and equipment are maintained accordingly for internal IACUC inspections and maintenance of LAC accreditation. Conducts all euthanasia as trained according to AVMA guidelines and completes all documentation. The Animal Technician assists in maintaining and stocking inventory. Takes the initiative to complete tasks and anticipates upcoming tasks. Ability to work independently. Pays attention to detail.
Job Qualifications
Education - degree preferred Experience - Lab Animal or agricultural experience is desired
Other information:
Candidates are not allowed to own poultry or swine Ability to lift up to 50lbs, roll heavy objects, use ladders, work in conditions up to 90 degrees or down to freezing. Subject to objectionable odors, aerosols, dust, animal dander, and noise. Not allowed to own poultry or swine Multiple showers a day may be required for biocontainment; showering includes washing of hair. Work requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including Tyvek, hairnets, respirator or PAPR, gloves, safety glasses, provided uniforms, and shoes. An enhanced background check will be conducted by the client as part of the onboarding process. A FIT test will need to be conducted before being allowed into Vivarium areas.
Benefits:
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans 401k Retirement Fund
About The Company: Leading Animal Health Company We are a global leader in animal health, dedicated to advancing care for animals worldwide. With over 70 years of experience, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of medicines, vaccines, diagnostics, and technologies to predict, prevent, detect, and treat animal illnesses. As a Fortune 500 company, we are committed to innovation and excellence. Our team of dedicated professionals works collaboratively to deliver solutions that make a difference in over 100 countries. Key Benefits: Global reach and impact Innovative products and services Collaborative and supportive culture Opportunity to make a difference in animal health
About GTT
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
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