Job Description

The Enrichment Technician performs a variety of tasks related to the implementation and maintenance of the behavioral management program for nonhuman primates.

• Prep and prepare food for distribution to each colony area.
• Ensure food enrichment is within expiration guidelines prior to distribution.
• Maintain inventory of food supplies.
• Assists with stocking, cleaning, and maintaining all kitchen equipment including break-down, maintenance and restoration of equipment.
• Research, design, implement and evaluate new enrichment devices or items. This includes for indoor housing, indoor/outdoor housing, and field cages.
• Collects data on use of enrichment devices and tailored programs and alters as necessary to meet the needs of the animal and to continually improve the enrichment program.
• Identifies animals that need to be placed on the intervention program and creates a tailored enrichment program specific for the animal’s needs.
• Organizes enrichment schedules, prepares devices, and distributes enrichment paperwork and or equipment throughout the site.
• Works closely with area supervisors to understand specific enrichment needs based on housing and business decisions.
• Expected to come up with new ideas to continually enhance the animal’s environment through structural, physical, or positive human interaction.
• Responsible for maintaining an approved, compiled list of enrichment devices, availability, maintenance, and forecasting business needs.
• Assist with animal socializations and compatibility assessments.
• Performs habituation and operant conditioning techniques to animals when necessary and/or requested.
• Follows departmental safety procedures.

Qualifications:

• High school Diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with a wide variety of personnel.
• Mandatory TB tests.
• Work in inclement and extreme temperatures.
• Holiday, weekend or “off hour” work may be required.

*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.

At Inotiv, our work helps advance the development of new medicines and therapies that can improve people's lives. As a leading global contract research organization (CRO), we partner with researchers to tackle complex scientific challenges, drive innovation, and help build a healthier, safer world. Bringing together scientists, researchers, technical experts, and business professionals, we provide the expertise and collaboration needed to move research forward. Our people make this work possible, and we value the knowledge, ideas, and contributions each person brings to the team. Whether you are starting your career or bringing years of experience, Inotiv offers opportunities to learn, grow, and play a meaningful role in advancing treatments for patients around 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.