Laboratory Animal Care Technician

INOTIV BOULDER LLC; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Paid time off

401K

Job summary

Inotiv Boulder LLC is seeking an Animal Care Technician to provide daily husbandry and care for research animals in a vivarium setting, including rodents, under SOPs.

You will perform feeding, health observations, sanitation, record keeping, and operation of equipment like cage washers and autoclaves. There is potential for advancement with level-based roles; salary range $18-$20/hr; benefits include health and dental coverage and 401K.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma; college courses and/or associates or bachelor’s degree in animal science or Husbandry are highly desirable.
• Able to lift 50 lbs repetitively and work overtime as needed.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily animal care, feeding, water, and cleaning of housing for rodents.
• Perform daily health observations and report abnormalities.
• Operate and sanitize housing equipment (cage washers, autoclaves, hoods).
• Maintain accurate records of facility procedures and metrics.
• May perform euthanasia procedures as directed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor's in Animal Science or Husbandry

Tools

Cage washers

Autoclaves

Air flow hoods

Job description

Responsibilities and Duties

The ACT is responsible for providing exceptional animal care to the research animals at Inotiv. This includes performing daily husbandry and care and of laboratory animals in a research environment as well as sanitization and preparation of animal housing equipment, including operation of a large bulk rack washer. The ACT I may be responsible for performing animal technical procedures and providing animal study support with supervision. The ACT I will work as part of a team conducting routine procedures required for vivarium operation. Provide food, water, and clean housing to rodents according to SOPs. Perform daily health observations with demonstrated ability to recognize and report abnormalities and common signs of illness. Handle and restrain rodents. Learning opportunities to assist research technicians with various lab procedures, but not required. Maintain accurate records (e.g., documentation of various facility procedures & metrics). Perform routine facility sanitation procedures; maintain a clean, clutter-free facility. Prepare and stock room supplies. Monitor and record facility environmental parameters. May perform euthanasia procedures as directed. Operate husbandry-related equipment (e.g., cage washers, autoclaves, air flow hoods, etc.) using approved procedures. Wash and prepare caging and equipment. Maintain work area in an organized, clean, and safe condition. Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Education and experience Minimum of High School Diploma required. College courses and/or associates or bachelor’s degree in animal science or Husbandry are highly desirable 0-3 years of work experience. Skills and abilities Individuals must demonstrate strong communication skills and be able to work efficiently in individual and team settings. Performance Requirements Able to lift 50 lbs repetitively. Able to work overtime, as needed. *This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range is $18-$20/hr and will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more! *This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level.

About Inotiv

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world‑class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well‑being of people all over the world. There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well‑being of people all over the world. Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more! Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training. At Inotiv, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to equality, opportunity, and diversity, and treating our colleagues with the dignity and respect they deserve. We strive to ensure that our people achieve their full potential, and that they enjoy a rewarding career with us.

Our Services

As a leading contract research organization (CRO), Inotiv supports discovery and nonclinical development through investigational new drug (IND) and beyond. By leveraging our deep expertise and scientific capabilities, we help you increase efficiency, improve data, and reduce the cost of taking new drugs to market. By providing critical research models and related services, we help researchers realize the full potential of their R&D projects, all while working together to build a healthier and safer world.