Departmental Objective

To effectively manage and provide research facilities, animals, and veterinary support that is compliant to the Quality Management System (QMS), the Animal Care and Use Program, and project timelines.

To expand and improve the site research activities through innovation, development, and customer focus.

Primary Job Purpose

Perform routine basic duties in the care of research animals off study as part of the site re-use colony and the sanitation of animal facilities used to house colony animals.

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing basic animal care for animals according to prescribed procedures and instructions, such as:

• feeding and watering animals
• cleaning and sanitation of animal rooms, cages, and facilities
• disposing of waste materials

• Assist with animal treatments and procedures

Qualification, Training and Experience Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent and a desire to work as a part of a team

Specific Job Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviors: General Competencies

• Knowledge and Skill – A consistent demonstration and application of required levels of job competency and skill. Continuous development in line with job requirements
• Service and Customer Focus - Using skills and expertise to effectively deliver high quality service, helping others to achieve their goals
• Communication - Communicating clearly and concisely (verbal, non-verbal and written) in understandable and relevant manner to all stakeholders to ensure productive working relationships
• Teamwork - Actively participate and encourage team work to achieve shared outcomes and aims
• Delivering quality work within the required timelines - Contribute to high quality service delivery with attention to detail and required specifications consistent with the company’s values and strategies within set timelines

Physical Requirements

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to communicate effectively by talking, listening, reading, and writing in a professional manner as defined by our code of conduct
• At all times, be sober and clear of influence of any substances including alcohol and legal recreational drugs, which may affect the ability of user, safety of animals and other staff members, and work quality in any manner
• Ability to maneuver 50 pounds regularly, while maintaining balance on uneven terrain, confined spaces, or on wet and slippery surfaces

• Ability to safely climb ladders and step stools while carrying up to 40 pounds
• Ability to work the duration of an eight-hour shift, on your feet, in constant motion
• Comply with any pertinent local legislative requirements and any additional physical requirements as determined by the Occupational Risk Evaluation Profile for the position

Work Environment

• The employee is required to: 

• work in an office / laboratory / outdoor environment 
• may interact with and handle animals 

• be available and work during normal work hours as well as after-hours according to pre-arranged departmental schedules that may require evening, weekend, and public holiday work

Compliance Requirements

• Perform duties according to quality guidelines (e.g., GCP/GLP as relevant), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), and in line with the relevant study protocols or study plans
• Perform duties in compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements

• Observe occupational health and safety regulations and comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements as required for the position
• Identify, record and report incidents, maintenance faults and issues impacting animal welfare, biosafety, and study conduct
• Work outcomes and behavior should be in accordance with company and departmental standards as well as values and ethics. Continuous evaluation and/or assessment may be used to determine compliance thereto
• Meet continuous professional development requirements, if relevant, inclusive of registration and points requirements with the relevant council, institutions, etcetera
• Continuous training, development and supervision are mandatory to comply with company policies, procedures, guidelines, and job role standards