An Animal Research Technician working with the Equine Team and supporting a Biocontainment and Biomedical Research environment at the Zoetis Richland, Michigan site. Primary species of responsibility are horses but may also include other livestock. Mustproperly useandmaintainall necessary equipment and follow proper techniques asdeterminedby departmental SOPs and institutional Policies.
Responsibilities:
Perform all phases of clinical and pre-clinical animalstudies associatedwith the discovery and/or development of animal health products.
Sets up and performs a variety of animal activities, including husbandry, sample collection, processing analysis, data handling, record keeping, and laboratory and instrument maintenancein accordance withapplicable Animal Welfare andGXPpolicies.
Carries out duties according to protocol and applicable SOPs.Assistwith all aspects of study execution including but not limitedto:in-vivo study protocol review; animal procurement; biological sample collection and data collectionin accordance withregulatory requirements.
Lead and manage study execution.
Clean and disinfectpenning androoms.
Utilizes knowledge of how functional areas are used andmaintainedin the completion of researchprotocols.
Responsible for all steps of room maintenance related to studies, with priority on cleaning and disinfecting.
Communicate with andassistsmanagers and researchers andsupportsthe clinical veterinarians with all aspects of veterinary care.
Helps onboard new employees and serve as a mentor.
Provide training in standard animal procedures which may include handling, dosing, biological sampling, end of study, necropsy, and biosecurity.
Identifyand implement process improvements and share knowledge andexpertisewith others inworkgroup.
Operate a variety of equipment, including, but not limited to,skidsteers, loaders, and animal handling equipment.
Qualifications:
High school diploma + 4 years related experience or education combined
Flexibility, enthusiasm, and adaptability within the work environment, anda track recordof successfully working in a fast-paced setting involving multiple projects and tasks.
Demonstrated math and reading comprehensionrequired
Extensive horse handling experiencerequired
Desirable attributes:
Bachelorsdegree in Animal Science/AALAS Certification
Previousexperience in an animal research setting
Basic computer skillsincludingnavigating the internet and communicating via email.
Physical Position Requirements:
Ability to lift 50Ibsroutinely.
Weekend and holiday workexpectedand performed on rotation.
Ability to withstand frequent twisting and bending throughout the day.
Must be able and willing to start work as early as4:30amasappropriate
Role requires the usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) anda very highlevel of personal hygiene to bemaintainedwhile at work.
Full timeRegularColleague
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