2024-5150 Laboratory Animal Care Technician

Inotiv; Denver (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to improving global health through research and science as an Animal Care Technician. This role involves caring for laboratory animals, maintaining a clean and compliant environment, and ensuring accurate recordkeeping. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about animal welfare. With opportunities for growth and a commitment to diverse skills, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in drug discovery and development. If you're ready to contribute to transformative health solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health and Dental Coverage

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401K

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care is highly preferred.
• Ability to follow sterile procedures and maintain a clean environment.

Responsibilities

• Caring for animals, including feeding, cleaning, and breeding responsibilities.
• Keeping accurate records of breeding, feeding, cleaning, and care activities.

Skills

Animal Care Experience

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Ability to Handle Laboratory Animals

Physical Stamina

Education

ALAT Certification

Job description

We are seeking an Animal Care Technician to join our dynamic team! This position will focus on overall animal care and welfare, production and selection for customer orders, facility upkeep, recordkeeping, and procedural duties. The person in this role should be passionate about working with animals, organized, and committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant work environment. We seek someone who is hardworking, detail-oriented, proactive, team-oriented, and positive.

Responsibilities

1. Caring for animals, including feeding, cleaning, and breeding responsibilities.
2. Following protocols to ensure the health and welfare of the animals.
3. Coordinating order details such as selection, packaging, and verifying accuracy.
4. Keeping accurate records of breeding, feeding, cleaning, and care activities.
5. Maintaining sanitation of animal facilities, cages, and support areas.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care is highly preferred.
• ALAT or related certification is desirable but not required.
• Willing and able to handle laboratory animals.
• Ability to follow sterile procedures and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis, with flexible hours for shipments and imports.
• Willingness to work overtime when necessary.
• Ability to understand and adhere to confidentiality, privacy rules, and protect company property.
• Physical ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Capacity to stand and walk for extended periods.

*This position may be offered at different levels depending on education and experience. Salary will be adjusted accordingly to match the role level and the candidate's qualifications.

Inotiv is a growing company in drug discovery and development, committed to impactful solutions that improve health worldwide. We value diverse skills and offer opportunities at all career stages. If you are motivated to make a difference, join us to impact global health through research and science.

Salary depends on experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, disability insurance, paid time off, parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fair employment practices regardless of age, race, gender, or other protected characteristics. We ensure nondiscriminatory employment policies across all aspects of employment.