Animal Care Technician I

Northern Biomedical Research Inc; Norton Shores (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Biomedical Research Inc in Norton Shores, MI is seeking an Animal Care Technician I to support research staff with basic husbandry, enclosure upkeep, and data collection.

You'll perform health observations, assist with restraint, and help maintain vivarium operations while adhering to GLP and safety protocols. This on-site role may require lifting and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED in required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and ability to learn additional applications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Decision making and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Ensure animal welfare and work to improve quality of life for laboratory animals.
• Clean and set up enclosures, pens, trays, and equipment.
• Feed, water, and may provide enrichment to the animals.
• Assist with restraint, handling, and manipulation of animal species.
• Perform daily health observations to maintain welfare of research animals.
• Receive animals upon arrival at the facility.
• Participate in vivarium maintenance activities, including pest control.
• Collect and record data in a LIMs system in accordance with GLP for colony studies.
• Data collection may include observations, body weights, and minimal blood collections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team Player

Coachable

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Fast-paced work

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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OLT-In-Life Full Time Operations Norton Shores, MI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1325

Role Summary

The Animal Care Technician I will be engaged in basic animal husbandry, routine care, and maintenance of animal living quarters while supporting research staff in study-related tasks. Introduction to basic technical skills will also be required with minimal data management.

Role Responsibilities

• Ensure a high level of animal welfare and work to improve the quality of life for laboratory animals.
• Clean and set up enclosures, pens, trays, and equipment to keep animals clean and comfortable.
• Feed, water, and may provide enrichment to the animals.
• Assist with restraint, handling, and manipulation of animal species.
• Perform daily health observations to maintain quality and health of research animals
• Receive animals upon arrival at the facility.
• Participate in general vivarium maintenance activities, which may include pest control management.
• Collect and record data on paper and/or electronically in a laboratory information management system (LIMs) in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) mainly related to colony studies
• Data collection may vary from detailed observations, body weights, and minimal blood collections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Role Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office core applications and the ability to learn and use additional applications
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment
• Decision Making/Problem Solving
• Team Player
• Coachable

Special Requirements

• This role works predominately in a laboratory setting. There will be exposure to animal pathogens and chemicals. There will be handling of and/or exposure to animal tissues and zoonotic organisms.
• Ability to don and wear personal protective gear, including N95 respirators.
• Physical activity includes lifting (up to 50lbs), carrying (up to 40lbs for up to 50 feet), pushing/pulling (up to 75lbs force), reaching, gripping/pinching, standing, and ascending a ladder without restriction.
• Ability to work beyond typical work schedule including but not limited to evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts with short notice.