Rodent Health Technician

BioSpace; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Rodent Health Technician to support animal health and welfare. This entry-level, full-time role involves providing veterinary care for rodents, assisting with anesthesia and surgical procedures, and supporting rodent studies. The technician will work closely with veterinary staff and investigators while maintaining compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in lab techniques, effective communication skills, and a commitment to animal welfare. Join a team that makes a meaningful impact on healthcare solutions and animal care standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with lab experience required.
• AALAS certification preferred for rodent health technician role.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care for rodents and assist with procedures.
• Support rodent studies and maintain compliance with regulations.

Skills

Oral dosing in rodents

Blood collection in rodents

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

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Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care, along with products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

Job Description
The rodent health technician supports animal health and welfare to aid AbbVie's pipeline by providing animal health care for rodents under the supervision of the Veterinary Technician Manager and Veterinarian. Responsibilities include treatments, observations, preventative medicine, surgical and anesthesia support, and study-directed activities. The technician communicates with investigators and other stakeholders and works autonomously on weekends and holidays. The role also involves contributing to projects within the Comparative Medicine department, maintaining regulatory compliance, and ensuring animal care standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care for rodents under supervision
• Assist with anesthesia and surgical procedures
• Support rodent studies, including technical tasks like tail vein bleeding and oral gavage
• Manage time effectively, prioritizing animal welfare and workflow
• Communicate with veterinary staff and investigators
• Support rodent health monitoring programs and documentation
• Train staff in rodent techniques
• Maintain facilities and report operational issues
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with four years of lab experience, or an Associate's/Bachelor's degree
• Technical skills in oral dosing and blood collection in rodents
• At least 2 years of experience working with rodents
• AALAS certification preferred
• Flexibility for weekend and holiday work
• Effective team and independent work skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of GLP and regulatory documentation preferred
• Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel

Additional information regarding compensation, benefits, and equal opportunity employment is provided in the original description. The role is entry-level, full-time, in the healthcare provider industry, based in North Chicago, IL.