Animal Care Technician Trainee | Path to Specialist

Marc Jacobs International, LLC

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 37,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Telemedicine and disability/life保险

Job summary

Taconic Biosciences seeks Animal Care Technician Trainees to join the Seattle site, progressing from level 1 to 3 with potential Senior Specialist opportunities. You will follow Taconic SOPs, support animal care for rats and/or mice, and contribute to advancing research efforts and client specifications.

Training is provided; post-training progression and regular manager check-ins ensure guidance for success.

Qualifications

High School diploma, General Education Diploma (GED), or equivalent life experience.
Preferred experience in a laboratory animal setting, showcasing proficiency in handling and care.
Exemplary attendance record and strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to teamwork, consistently offering assistance and fostering a collaborative environment.
Proactively engages with a contagious enthusiasm and curiosity, continuously seeking opportunities for learning and growth.
Prioritizes safety above all else, ensuring meticulous adherence to safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.

Responsibilities

Ensure high standards of animal welfare are met.
Report inhumane treatment regarding animal care, use or abuse.
Perform husbandry; supply feed, water and house according to SOP.
Monitor temperature and humidity and report problems to appropriate person.
Maintain cleanliness of area.
Document work performed according to SOPs.
Follow procedure for dress and/or required showering.
Follow procedures to maintain health status of designated area.
Follow procedures for breeding of specific strains or project lines. Achieve expected production.
Take part in weight, feed, and production studies.
Take samples for quality control.
Determination of timed pregnancy, as assigned.
Reserve, select, and accurately pack animals for orders.
Maintain various types of animal colonies.
Order supplies, load and unload supplies, containers or supply cylinders.
Transfer to and receive animals from other colonies.
Maintain accurate inventories and breeding records, and complete weekly reports as required.
Escalate issues to others as necessary.