Animal Lab Technologist

Nittobo America, Inc. has an excellent opportunity for candidates who are interested in working with large animals. The Animal Lab Technologist performs animal laboratory procedures to collect plasma, immunize animals and process antisera. All duties are performed in accordance with approved procedures and with moderate supervision. All duties are performed in a manner that is consistent with the goals and policies of the company, as well as in compliance with ISO standards, where applicable.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Nittobo America, Inc. was established in 1986 and is a primary manufacturer of bulk high quality polyclonal antisera and calibrators used in the IVD market. We are ISO Certified (9001:2015).

COMPANY PHILOSOPHY

The people in the Nittobo Group, with regard to all corporate activities and business development, contribute to the succession of our precious global environment for the next generations, with sustainable development and by providing eco-friendly products and services.

COMPANY MISSION STATEMENT

To manufacture diagnostic products that create consistent value for our customers and contribute to a healthy and comfortable lifestyle; we will do this by managing our business with integrity, the highest ethical standards, and in a socially responsible manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sets up centrifuges and gathers supplies needed for plasmapheresis procedure. Selects appropriate labels distributed with the Weekly Worksheet to correctly label individual plasma bottles and/or test bleed tubes.

Stocks plasmapheresis room with materials needed for procedure (i.e.. bottles, bags, saline, etc.)

Identifies and secures animals needed for plasmapheresis procedure based on Weekly Worksheet produced by the lab.

Determines catheter insertion location and inserts intravenous catheter into animal to begin collection procedure.

Monitors animals during procedure, identifies when the animal is finished with the procedure and disconnects the animal.

Utilizes centrifuge machines to spin collected blood, uses a plasma extractor to remove the plasma from the red blood cells, adds saline to the red blood cells and returns both back to animal.

Processes the collected plasma by measuring the volume, recording volume on the Weekly Worksheet, adding preservative, and placing in the refrigerator.

Performs a variety of processes (i.e. pipetting) and uses lab equipment (centrifuges, scales, etc.) according to SOPs.

Performs assigned test bleeds of animals following SOPs.

Mixes adjuvant and antigens according to procedures and immunizes animals as assigned, following all documented procedures.

Records volumes in database.

Maintains a clean and safe animal laboratory environment, adhering to cleaning policies, procedures, and schedules.

Informs Animal Operations Sr Staff Technologist about animal health concerns and problems. Informs Supervisor of supply shortages.

Other duties may be assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree in biology or relevant life sciences; or 3 to 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with large animals preferred. ALAT Certification preferred.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on and on-going basis without sponsorship

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship?
• Do you have experience working with large animals?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22