What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care and Clinical Technician position at Exemplar Genetics LLC?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Animal Care and ClinicalTechnician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for animal care and welfare by following strict protocols and guidelines to maintain high ethical standards. This role involves providing essential support in the care and management of swine involved in research, ensuring their health and well-being in a safe environment.
Responsibilities
- Administer necessary treatments
- Assist in research protocols
- Provide daily care for animals including feeding, cleaning, breeding, farrowing, weaning and observation
- Obtain necessary tissue and data to provide to internal and external research organizations
- Maintain detailed and accurate records for animal treatment, observation, and inventory
- Work as a team to accomplish the tasks required for the day
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in animal housing areas, to prevent contamination and disease spread
- Monitor animal behavior and health, reporting any concerns to the team.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations related to animal handling.
- Working rotational weekends & holidays, typically once a month.
Experience
Desired experience or skills in the following areas, but not required:
- BS/BA in Animal Science or other related field, or equivalent experience.
- Training in laboratory procedures and animal care guidelines (AWA and AAALAC)
- Knowledge of AAALAC requirements and GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) procedures utilized in research involving animals
- Prior Experience in neonatal piglet and adult pig care preferred.
- Experience with Word, and Excel.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to be on your feet a majority of working hours
- Ability to lift, carry and reach for items at least 50 lbs
- Ability to take multiple showers daily
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Flandreau, SD 57028 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Flandreau, SD 57028: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $25