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 seeks a dedicated Animal Care Technician to join their team. This role involves crucial responsibilities, including performing health examinations, administering treatments, and ensuring the well-being of laboratory animals. The technician will also provide training to research staff, maintain inventory, and assist in various administrative tasks. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are passionate about animal welfare and research, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care and technical procedures is essential.
• Ability to perform diagnostic tests and administer treatments.

Responsibilities

• Observe and perform physical examinations of laboratory animals.
• Administer treatments and provide surgical pre and post-op care.

Skills

Animal care

Technical procedures

Diagnostic tests

Data entry

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 session).