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. In this role, you will be responsible for the health and well-being of laboratory animals, performing critical technical procedures, and providing essential support to research staff. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research while ensuring the highest standards of animal care. If you are passionate about animal welfare and excited to work in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact in the field of health research.

Qualifications

• Experience with animal health and care protocols is essential.
• Ability to perform technical procedures and diagnostic tests.

Responsibilities

• Perform health examinations and administer treatments to laboratory animals.
• Conduct routine and specialized techniques on animals.
• Manage administrative duties including data entry and coordination.

Skills

Animal care

Technical procedures

Diagnostic tests

Data entry

Surgical care

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant 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).