Research Technician - Level 3 Companion Animal

Transpharmation Ltd.; Fergus; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic preclinical contract research organization is seeking a Research Technician III to lead in vivo study procedures in the Companion Animal Department. The role requires advanced technical skills and keen attention to detail, along with responsibilities for documentation and procedural execution. A Bachelor's degree is preferred. The position offers competitive wages and benefits, including dental and vision care, and paid time off.

Benefits

Dental and vision care

Employee assistance program

On-site parking

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Experience with in vivo study procedures.
• Proficient in documenting experimental details with integrity.
• Ability to perform drug administration and blood collection.

Responsibilities

• Lead in vivo study procedures in the Companion Animal Department.
• Document experimental details accurately.
• Assist in data summary reports and quality control.

Skills

Advanced technical skills

Attention to detail

Animal health understanding

Data management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Centrifuge

Veterinary equipment

Job description

Transpharmation is a dynamic preclinical contract research organization specializing in high-quality, translational drug discovery services. The company offers a friendly, team-oriented work environment, competitive wages, and benefits.

The Research Technician III (RT III) will demonstrate advanced participation in study procedures, requiring keen attention to detail and higher technical skills than Level II roles. The RT III will work with minimal supervision, be responsible for study duties, documentation, setup, and execution, and have a clear understanding of study objectives and protocol variations. This position also requires a higher understanding of animal health.

Duties and Responsibilities

Key Activities

• Leading in vivo study procedures in the Companion Animal Department.
• Documenting experimental details with integrity and accuracy.
• Assisting in data summary reports, data entry, and quality control.
• Performing husbandry duties ensuring animal care according to guidelines and SOPs.
• Leading team efforts to ensure project success and quality.
• Maintaining inventory of supplies.
• Assisting with animal facility maintenance in accordance with guidelines and laws.
• Participating in internal committees and explaining techniques to new staff and visitors.
• Training staff on procedures and other duties as assigned.

Technical Skills and Procedures

Operate centrifuges, perform blood separation, restrain animals, and conduct basic and advanced procedures including drug administration, blood collection, catheter placement, sedation, veterinary treatments, behavioral testing, data management, and more.

Benefits

• Dental and vision care
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Additional Information

• French language not required
• Bachelor's Degree preferred

Work location: In person.