What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Technician I position at CBSET, Inc.?
Description: CBSET, Inc. is a recognized leader in preclinical biomedical research. We make it our mission to help our sponsors accelerate the development of novel and innovative pharmaceuticals, biotechnologies, and medical devices. CBSET offers extensive regulatory and scientific expertise to the Medtech and biopharma industry around the globe in order to rapidly transform early-stage concepts into novel therapies.
We at CBSET are committed to providing exceptional animal care and this can only be achieved through hiring exceptional technical talent. By working as an Animal Care Technician, you will be part of a collaborative effort with our clients to advance biomedical research through innovative, high-quality services. In addition, CBSET is proud to offer a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and an opportunity to participate in a 401(k) plan.
BASIC SUMMARY: An entry-level technician with the expectations of supervised functionality involved in the daily function of animal care and maintenance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Cleaning and sanitization of animal housing
- Handle multiple species of animals
- Observation of issues related to animal care and housing
- Perform food consumption and clinical observations
- Assist, as needed, technical staff in departmental areas
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Work effectively as a team member
- Perform other related duties as required
SKILLS:
- Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to interact professionally with all employees and outside personnel
- Must be able to work effectively and harmoniously as part of a team
- Basic computer proficiency
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High school or GED required.
Experience: Preferred.
Certification/Licensure: ALAT preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to perform laboratory procedures, which require, talking, hearing, standing or sitting for long periods of time, entering data into a computer, using appropriate instruments, reaching with hands and arms, working in narrow spaces, and wearing safety equipment (PPE) according to OSHA regulations and company standards.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to consistently lift and move at least 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Animal facility and laboratories with moderate noise possible.
- Working with potentially hazardous/noxious devices (e.g., needles, scalpel blades etc), chemicals (e.g., anesthetic gases, formalin, alcohols, xylenes, etc) and/or radiation.
- General office working conditions.
COMMENTS:
- This position will require performing duties on weekends and/or holidays.
- Hours may vary.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.95 - $28.56 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $29