Animal Care Tech
proclinical staffingColumbus (OH)
Animal Care Tech
Posted 2 days ago
proclinical staffingColumbus (OH)
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal CaretakersResearch and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
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About the role
Animal Care Tech - Contract - Columbus, OH
Do you have a passion for animal welfare and want to play a hands-on role in supporting vital scientific research?
Proclinical is seeking an Animal Care Technician to join a team in Columbus, OH.
Primary Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will support vivarium operations and assist with non-clinical study data collection. This is a hands-on position requiring a passion for animal welfare and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The schedule will transition to Sunday through Thursday after training, with initial training occurring Monday through Friday.
Skills & Requirements:
Associate or bachelor's degree in a scientific field preferred.
Willingness to work holidays and weekends as needed.
Passion for animal welfare and care.
Experience in laboratory animal handling and restraint techniques.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills and ability to follow verbal instructions.
Familiarity with laboratory methods, SOPs, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
The Animal Care Tech's responsibilities will be:
Perform daily husbandry tasks for study animals, including cage changes and welfare checks.
Conduct colony management tasks and oversee routine maintenance.
Receive rodents and assist with pest control checks.
Operate and maintain cage wash, autoclave, and laundry equipment.
Ensure compliance with operational standards and implement strategies for improvement.
Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Study Protocols, Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Document activities with precision and attention to detail.
Handle rodents humanely and confidently.
Perform additional related duties as required.
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