Animal Research Technician - Care, Protocols & Lab Ops

Zoetis; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoetis is seeking an animal research technician to support day-to-day animal facility operations at the Kalamazoo, MI site. You will care for companion animals in a research setting, primarily cats, dogs and rodents, and participate in all phases of clinical and preclinical studies while rotating weekend and holiday shifts.

Responsibilities include husbandry, sample collection, protocol execution, and collaboration with veterinarians and researchers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 3 years related experience or veterinary technician license/certification.
• Experience with animals (cats and dogs) preferred in a commercial or veterinary research setting.
• AALAS Certification.
• Associate degree in related field.
• Previous experience in an in vivo research setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily animal husbandry for cats, dogs and rodents.
• Sample collection, sample processing, executing technical aspects of study protocols and data collection.
• Maintaining room cleanliness and inspection-ready animal facilities per SOPs and policies.
• Provide training on animal activities.
• Maintenance of laboratory instruments per applicable policies.
• All responsibilities conducted per protocols and SOPs.
• Comprehend and follow research protocols.
• Provide communication with lead technicians, manager, and researchers.
• Assist clinical veterinarians with all aspects of veterinary care.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and share knowledge with the team.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Math skills

Reading comprehension

In vivo research

Education

High school diploma + 3 years experience

Associate degree in related field

AALAS Certification

Veterinary technician license/certification

Job description

Zoetis is seeking an animal research technician to support day-to-day animal facility operations at the Kalamazoo, MI site. You will care for companion animals in a research setting, primarily cats, dogs and rodents, and participate in all phases of clinical and preclinical studies while rotating weekend and holiday shifts.

Responsibilities include husbandry, sample collection, protocol execution, and collaboration with veterinarians and researchers.