Animal Care Technician

MSD; Millsboro (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the veterinary healthcare sector is looking for an Animal Care Technician to oversee the welfare and health of various animal species. This position includes responsibilities such as feeding, cleaning, and observing animals while adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will be dedicated to animal care, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to animal health innovation.

Qualifications

• One-year professional animal-related experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED is mandatory.
• Ability to work in inclement conditions, including extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Feeding and watering of animals.
• Daily observations of animals.
• Cleaning of animal cages, pens, and/or rooms.

Skills

Animal Handling

Analytical Instrumentation

Problem Solving

Clinical Care

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description

Our Animal Health Division is a trusted global leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to preserving and improving health, well-being, and performance of animals and the people who care for them. We are a global team of professionals working together to make a positive difference in animal care and the world’s food supply and have a deep sense of responsibility towards our customers, consumers, animals, society, and our planet.

We are seeking a Growth and Improvement minded Animal Care Technician that can help drive our Strategic Operating Priorities.

• Invent| Pursue the Most Promising Internal and External Science to Address Significant Unmet Medical Needs

• Execute| Prioritize Resources Behind Our Key Growth Drivers (Oncology, Vaccines, Select Specialty Areas, Animal Health) While Optimizing Our Base Business)

• Adapt| Develop Our People, Culture and Business Model to Evolve with a Dynamic Landscape

• Diverse Talent| We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment with supporting leadership behaviors because having a high-performing, engaged workforce is critical to our ability to deliver innovative solutions to patients and customers around the world

• Values and Standards| Our Steadfast Commitment to Our Values and Standards will Continue to Guide Us as We Take on New Challenges and Will Always be Fundamental to Our Success – They are a Competitive Advantage for Us

Summary

An Animal Care Technician is responsible for the welfare and health of animals and will work with a variety animal species. At all times, technicians must follow Standard Operating Procedures, adhere to all safety and company policies and perform duties assigned by department supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Work independently and as a Team member with Integrity | Precision | Accomplishment | Principled Ambition | Respect

• Feeding and watering of animals

• Daily observations of animals

• Cleaning of animal cages, pens and/or rooms

• Room, pen and cage set-up for animal studies

• Equipment set-up and operation

• Assist in maintaining inventory of animal husbandry supplies

• Maintain accurate record keeping

• Capable and willing to work in inclement conditions, including extreme heat and cold weather

• Compliance with federal ,state, and site regulations and guidelines (USDA, OSHA, GLP, SOP)

Education

• High School Diploma/GED

Required

• One-year professional animal-related experience

Schedule Requirements

• Work weekends and holidays

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Required Skills:

Analytical Instrumentation, Analytical Instrumentation, Analytical Laboratory Equipment, Analytical Method Development, Animal Handling, Animal Husbandry, Biological Analysis, Biopharmaceutics, Chemical Analysis, Clinical Care, Clinical Data Interpretation, Clinical Documentation, Clinical Techniques, Emergency Care, Global Manufacturing, Healthcare Innovation, Immunotherapy, Microbiological Analysis, Oncology, Problem Solving, Product Safety, Qualitative Testing, Quality Improvement Programs, Quality Standards, Quantitative Assay {+ 4 more}

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

06/24/2025

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