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

McGill University Health Centre; Montreal; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious biomedical research institute as an Animal Care Technician. In this vital role, you will be responsible for the health and well-being of laboratory animals, performing essential duties such as administering treatments, conducting diagnostic tests, and providing surgical care. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research while working alongside dedicated professionals in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about animal welfare and research, this is the perfect chance to make a meaningful impact in the field of biomedical science.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care and handling, preferably in a research setting.
• Knowledge of veterinary procedures and animal health monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Observe and perform physical examinations of laboratory animals.
• Administer treatments and perform diagnostic tests as prescribed.
• Conduct routine and specialized techniques on laboratory animals.

Skills

Animal Care

Veterinary Procedures

Diagnostic Testing

Data Entry

Inventory Management

Education

Bachelor's 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).