Animal Research Technician I (Temporary- Potential Permanent)

About the position

We are seeking Temporary to Potential Permanent Technician I at our Safety Assessment site located in Mattawan, MI. The pay for this position is $20/hour plus benefits. A Technician I is responsible for assisting management, scientists, veterinarians and study related items. The technician performs basic skills independently and continues to work under supervision to gain proficiency on skills still in development. They administer substances to animals, perform husbandry duties including cleaning/transporting caging and providing food and water; perform observations of animals to determine morbidity/mortality; collect and handle data and specimens.

Responsibilities

• Ensure good welfare and humane care for all animals worked with through gentle, positive human-animal interactions.
• Train in onboarding skills which may include animal handling, husbandry, observations, basic physiological indices, and data collection/recording to support each skill.
• Collect, document, review, and verify data on forms, or in electronic data capture systems.
• Maintain appropriate communication with other personnel.
• Use and maintain instrumentation and equipment according to SOPs.
• Capable of repetitive gripping, pinching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to independently routinely lift or carry up to 50lbs, or team lift weights exceeding 50lbs.
• Ability to perform repeated twisting, bending, and reaching; exposure to hot and/or humid environments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.), required.
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent in a biological science, preferred.
• No previous experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), commensurate with essential functions, including the ability to learn a validated system.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule includes evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
• Ability to ensure that a safe working environment is maintained observing all safety procedures and working methods.

Benefits

• Pay of $20/hour
• Flexible working hours
• Potential for permanent position