Animal Health Technician - Temporary Part-time Occasional (Research Institute)

McGill University Health Centre; Montreal; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in biomedical research is seeking a dedicated Animal Care Technician to join their team. This role involves performing essential animal health-related duties, including physical examinations, administering treatments, and providing technical support in a laboratory environment. The technician will play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of laboratory animals while supporting research initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to work in a prestigious research institute, contributing to groundbreaking biomedical advancements. If you are passionate about animal care and research, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care and handling in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to perform technical procedures and administer treatments.

Responsibilities

• Observe and perform physical examinations of laboratory animals.
• Administer treatments and conduct diagnostic tests as prescribed.

Skills

Animal care

Technical procedures

Observation skills

Diagnostic tests

Training and orientation

Education

Degree in Animal Science or related field

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).