Animal Health Technician (Research Institute)

McGill University Health Centre; Montreal; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious biomedical research institute as a technician in the Animal Resources Division. This role offers the opportunity to engage in animal care, perform vital health assessments, and assist in technical procedures that contribute to groundbreaking research. You'll work closely with veterinarians and research staff, ensuring the well-being of laboratory animals while supporting innovative studies. If you are passionate about animal welfare and research, this position provides a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in the field of biomedical sciences.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care and handling, especially in a research environment.
• Ability to perform technical procedures and maintain animal health.

Responsibilities

• Perform health-related duties and monitor animal conditions.
• Administer treatments and conduct diagnostic tests as needed.
• Support research staff with training and technical procedures.

Skills

Animal Care

Technical Procedures

Diagnostic Tests

Data Entry

Inventory Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science or related field

Certification in Animal Care

Tools

Surgical Instruments

Monitoring Equipment

Job description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position summary
Under the general supervision of the manager of the Animal Resources Division, the technician performs animal care-related duties, technical procedures and administrative duties related to the care and use of laboratory animals.

General Duties

1. Performs animal health-related duties: observes and performs physical examinations of animals.
2. Identifies, records and reports animal health problems to the Veterinarian and Investigators/research staff.
3. Administers treatments and performs diagnostic tests as prescribed by the Veterinarian.
4. Provides training and orientation to the PIs and research staff.
5. Prepares the required equipment, instruments, and supplies for surgery or procedures and provides surgical pre and post-op care.
6. Conducts routine and specialized techniques on laboratory animals.
7. Provides information to PIs and Research staff concerning animal health, administration of treatment, techniques and animal use protocols.
8. Performs husbandry and technical duties related to the care and maintenance of animals.
9. Helps maintain inventory of materials, medications and equipment.
10. Operates and monitors appropriate equipment, tools, materials and instruments.
11. Administrative duties (data entry, coordinate meetings, reception, training sessions).