Animal Support Technician I (EG) Recent/Upcoming Grads Encouraged to Apply!
Req ID #: 227081
Frederick, Maryland, USA
Ce que vous ferez
We are seeking an Animal Support Technician to join our Insourcing Solutions team, located in Bethesda, MD.
As the Animal Support Technician I, you will maintain and monitor the health, production and physical environment within the IS commercial and academic client animal facility. Perform animal care and husbandry, to include daily equipment checks; providing appropriate food and water; performing cage changing and/or cage cleaning; recording animal health concerns, cage wash duties and sanitation. Provide environmental enrichment appropriate to species and support to multiple client's lab animal facilities.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Maintain accurate records of animal breeding, health, and housing/isolator or support areas.
- Assist with restraint, handling and manipulation of various animal species as assigned by the on-site supervisor or facility/attending veterinarian.
- Perform humane chemical and physical euthanasia in accordance with the Guide for Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, the AVMA Guide on Euthanasia, and under the direction of the attending veterinarian, or designee.
- Follow all procedures necessary to properly maintain animal housing areas, including room or facility personnel entry; personnel protective equipment use, and sanitation/decontamination of equipment and materials.
- Receive, inspect and house incoming animals.
- Operate equipment and use supplies according to safety guidelines; perform general housekeeping and adhere to safety procedures.
- Sanitize, maintain, and repair caging materials as directed. Maintain cage wash facilities in a clean and organized manner.
Ce dont vous aurez besoin
The following are minimum requirements related to the Animal Support Technician position.
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in biology or animal science or related field of study preferred.
- Zero to Six (6) months of animal handling experience.
- Obtain AALAS certification at the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician level (ALAT) upon eligibility.
The pay range for this position is $20.00-21.00 USD per hour. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
Ce que vous obtenez
Core Benefits
- Mental/Dental/Vision Plans
- Vacation and Holiday
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Value Added Programs
- Employee discount program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition and Referral Program
Additional Benefits
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Fitness Reimbursement and Wellness Programs
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Parental Leave
À propos de Charles River
Charles River est une organisation internationale de recherche de phase initiale sous contrat (ORC). Ici, nous sommes passionnés par notre rôle dans l'amélioration de la qualité de vie des gens. Avec 100 sites au travers le monde, nous sommes positionnés stratégiquement pour coordonner des ressources mondiales et appliquer des perspectives pluridisciplinaires à l'élaboration de solutions aux défis uniques de nos clients. Notre base de clientèle comprend des sociétés de biotechnologies et des laboratoires pharmaceutiques internationaux, des agences publiques, et des établissements hospitaliers, d'enseignement et de recherche partout dans le monde.
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