Animal care and research support associate Job at Pfizer (Groton)

Animal Care and Research Support Expert

The Technical Expert primary responsibility is to provide basic husbandry, handl...

Location

United States , Groton

Salary:

33.11 - 55.18 USD / Hour

Pfizer

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school degree or GED required
LAT certification required
6+ years experience required
Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work standing up lifting items above shoulder level for extended periods of time
Ability to perform repetitive physical activities such as: pushing and pulling racks of caging, lifting bags of feed and bedding, reaching, stooping and bending
For this position, you are expected to enter the nonhuman primate areas as part of your job responsibilities, a pre-hire requirement is either providing proof of measles immunity or receiving the measles vaccination before hire
This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States

Job Responsibility

Perform routine animal husbandry and welfare duties as directed
Observe and report status of animal health, food and water consumption, appearance, behavior
Provide support in basic veterinary medical treatment as prescribed by the veterinary staff
Support cage wash equipment operations and maintenance
Support research by providing specialty technical services (dose administration, blood collection, tissue collection, preparation, vascular access port maintenance, surgery, data collection, record keeping and additional services) in support of WRD research programs
Required to work with all species housed at the site
Assist the facility manager and other Technical Leads in identifying the need for updating or initiating procedures
Train and instruct CM personnel in proper techniques, SOP’s, regulatory guidelines and general duties associated with animal care and welfare
Set a workplace standard through leading by example, showing mastery of all SOP’s, regulatory guidelines and Pfizer policies and behaviors
May be required to work under one of the following: The United States Department of Agriculture Animal Welfare Act and associated Regulations and Standards, the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, Good Laboratory Practices, Public Health Service Policy and/or AAALAC accreditation standards

What we offer

Eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation, holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Relocation support available

Fulltime

Animal Care and Research Support Specialist

The Technical Specialist’s primary responsibility is to provide basic husbandry,...

Location

United States , Groton

Salary:

29.83 - 49.72 USD / Hour

Pfizer

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school degree or GED required
4 years’ experience required (+certifications)
Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work standing up lifting items above shoulder level for extended periods of time
Ability to perform repetitive physical activities such as: pushing and pulling racks of caging, lifting bags of feed and bedding, reaching, stooping and bending
Pre-hire requirement is either providing proof of measles immunity or receiving the measles vaccination before hire
Required to work with all species housed at the site
May be required to work under one of the following: The United States Department of Agriculture Animal Welfare Act and associated Regulations and Standards, the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, Good Laboratory Practices, Public Health Service Policy and/or AAALAC accreditation standards

Job Responsibility

Perform routine animal husbandry duties as directed
Observe and report status of animal health, food and water consumption, appearance, behavior
Provide support in basic veterinary medical treatment as prescribed by the veterinary staff
Support cage wash equipment operations and maintenance
Support research by providing basic technical services (restraint, dose administration,) to research investigators
Train and mentor new hires in animal husbandry and facility support duties fulfilling department training requirements

What we offer

Eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation, holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Relocation assistance may be available

Fulltime

Primate Animal Research Technician

Plays a critical role as a part of supporting Boston Children’s Hospital pediatr...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

19.83 - 29.49 USD / Hour

Boston Children's Hospital

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of high school level of education is required
A degree (Associates, Bachelors, etc) in Biological or animal sciences is preferred
A minimum of two years of husbandry and/or veterinary experience working with animals in a research or clinical setting

Job Responsibility

Daily health and clinical observation of research animals
Monitor anesthesia and obtain vitals during sedated procedures
Prepare and administer oral, intramuscular, and intravenous research and clinical medications/study agents
Biological sampling (blood draws, bone marrow aspirates)
Support during surgical procedures and maintaining post-operative care, and tether systems
Daily communication with the team regarding animal status and project progress
Maintaining accurate research and medical records
Welfare and compliance monitoring

What we offer

flexible schedules
affordable health, vision and dental insurance
childcare and student loan subsidies
generous levels of time off
403(b) Retirement Savings plan
Pension
Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement
cell phone plan discounts
discounted rates on T-passes

Fulltime

Vice Chair of Research Affairs and Section Chief of Comparative Medicine

The Department of Pathology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine is seek...

Location

United States , Winston Salem

Salary:

Not provided

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Terminal degree (i.e., DVM, PhD, DO, PharmD, MD)
Experience in nonhuman primate models
Academic stature as an established principal investigator
Current rank of Associate Professor or higher
Record of extramural grant funding and scholarly productivity
An outstanding track record of academic accomplishment in administrative, scholarly, and educational endeavors
The ability to create and articulate an inspiring vision for the section
Ability to build purposeful research programs to recruit and develop research faculty
An entrepreneurial and creative approach to developing new, innovative ideas
Established excellence in mentoring and experience teaching and mentoring graduate students/postdoctoral fellows

Job Responsibility

Drive the department's research mission, setting strategic priorities and promoting innovative research
Initiate and enhance pioneering programmatic translational research
Oversee research operations, budget, infrastructure, and compliance
Support faculty in securing research funding and foster collaborative grant applications
Provide guidance for junior faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and trainees
Promote partnerships for interdisciplinary research
Lead initiatives to ensure integrity, quality, reproducibility, and impact of research outputs
Ensure adherence to institutional animal care and use policies and regulatory requirements
Establish metrics for research productivity
Represent the department's research enterprise at meetings and conferences

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay
Incentive pay
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

Senior Associate (In Vivo Pharmacokinetics and Drug Metabolism)

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative Senior Ass...

Location

United States , Thousand Oaks

Salary:

79424.85 - 107457.15 USD / Year

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master's degree
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2 years of rodent laboratory animal research experience
Associate's degree with a minimum of 4 years of rodent laboratory animal research experience
High school diploma / GED with a minimum of 6 years of rodent laboratory animal research experience

Job Responsibility

Support senior team members in the execution of preclinical in vivo PKDM-BA studies using mouse and rat models
Assist with routine handling, restraint, husbandry support, and dosing of mice and rats through multiple administration routes including intravenous (IV), oral gavage (PO), subcutaneous (SC), and intraperitoneal (IP)
Perform biological sample collection from rodents including blood, plasma, serum, urine, feces, and tissue specimens under the guidance of experienced scientists and study leads
Conduct clinical observations, monitor rodent health and welfare, and accurately document findings in accordance with study protocols and institutional guidelines
Support rodent necropsy procedures, tissue collection and processing, and basic surgical manipulations as directed by senior staff
Prepare study materials, dosing formulations, laboratory supplies, and associated documentation to facilitate efficient study execution
Maintain accurate, organized, and compliant experimental records and laboratory documentation
Assist with laboratory organization, equipment readiness, and inventory management of research consumables and animal study supplies
Adhere to institutional animal care and use guidelines, SOPs, and laboratory safety procedures
Collaborate effectively with scientists, veterinarians, and laboratory staff to support research timelines and study objectives

What we offer

A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible

Fulltime

Veterinary Technician

The Veterinary Technician position is an opportunity for motivated, driven indiv...

Location

United States , Oakland

Salary:

Not provided

Argenta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Associate degree in Veterinary science or equivalent education and experience
Experience working with animals
large and small
Ability to work well with others and maintain composure
Ability to work collaboratively as well as communicate effectively both written and orally
Attention to detail and analytically driven
Dependability, flexibility and ability to multitask and manage time effectively
Willingness to be on call and in on-call rotation, including weekends
Live within a satisfactory distance to assist in on call purposes and procedures
Ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly

Job Responsibility

Clean and perform daily chores repeatedly under the direction of senior staff and veterinarians
Collect research data and samples in accordance with study protocols and Good Documentation Practices
Assist veterinarians in observations and procedures and inform veterinarians if abnormalities are observed
Promote and maintain the well-being of animals including feeding and basic care
Repair, maintain and operate equipment/machinery
Perform administrative duties that support the care of animals and site functions
Responsible for recording information both timely and accurately
Build relationships with key individuals and contributors in the organization and beyond

Fulltime

Veterinary Technician III

The Veterinary Technician III provides veterinary care to research animals at th...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

19.96 - 27.94 USD / Hour

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Associates Degree in Veterinary Technology Required
4 years as a practicing licensed veterinary technician with extensive surgical and anesthetic experience or equivalent combination of education and experience Required
Current NY state professional license as a veterinary technician upon hire Required
Experience in a biomedical research facility Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology Preferred
Knowledge of Federal and State Animal Welfare Regulations and current veterinary care standards required by AAALAC, International and NIH. Preferred

Job Responsibility

Provides veterinary care to research animals
Inspects research animals housed by URMC
Monitors health status of research animals
Evaluate and implement a diagnosis and treatment plan for sick or injured animals
Participate in collecting biological samples on a variety of species
Provide routine care, such as vaccinations and parasite control
Keep detailed and accurate records of health evaluations and surgical procedures
Participate in the training of others Bio methodology and required skills
Working in the area of the rodent health-monitoring program
Performing various diagnostic procedures

Fulltime

Veterinary Technician III

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to M...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

19.96 - 27.94 USD / Hour

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Veterinary Technology required
Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Technology preferred
Four years as a practicing licensed veterinary technician with extensive surgical and anesthetic experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in a biomedical research facility preferred
Knowledge of Federal and State Animal Welfare Regulations and current veterinary care standards required by AAALAC, International and NIH preferred
Current NY state professional license as a veterinary technician required

Job Responsibility

Provides veterinary care to research animals
Inspecting research animals housed by URMC
Monitoring health status of research animals
Evaluate and implement a diagnosis and treatment plan for sick or injured animals
Participate in collecting biological samples on a variety of species
Provide routine care, such as vaccinations and parasite control
Keep detailed and accurate records of health evaluations and surgical procedures
Participate in the training of others biomethodology and required skills
Working in the area of the rodent health-monitoring program
Performing various diagnostic procedures

Fulltime

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