Animal Care Technician Trainee — Growth & Training

Taconic Biosciences; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance within 30 days

Paid time off

Work-life balance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Telemedicine access

Disability & life insurance

Job summary

Taconic Biosciences in Seattle, WA is seeking Animal Care Technician Trainees to join our operations team. You will progress from Technician 1 to 3 through our comprehensive training program, mastering Taconic's SOPs and regulatory standards while caring for rats and/or mice.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and ongoing learning, with paid time off, insurance, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent life experience.
• Preferred experience in a laboratory animal setting.
• Exemplary attendance record and strict SOP adherence.
• Demonstrates teamwork and eagerness to learn.
• Prioritizes safety and follows safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards of animal welfare and husbandry.
• Monitor environment and report issues promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and document SOP-compliant work.
• Follow SOPs for breeding and production as assigned.
• Assist with weight, feed, and production studies.
• Maintain accurate inventories and breeding records.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Teamwork

Adaptable & flexible

Education

High School diploma or GED

Laboratory animal experience preferred

Job description

Taconic Biosciences in Seattle, WA is seeking Animal Care Technician Trainees to join our operations team. You will progress from Technician 1 to 3 through our comprehensive training program, mastering Taconic's SOPs and regulatory standards while caring for rats and/or mice.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and ongoing learning, with paid time off, insurance, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement.