Comparative Medicine Technical Associate, Animal Care

As part of the Comparative Medicine team, you will provide basic husbandry, handling, restraint and health surveillance of laboratory animals in compliance with federal and local regulatory requirements. You will also be responsible for maintaining inventory of animal supplies and provide basic technical assistance (i.e., restraint, injections, blood collections) in support of research studies.

Responsibilities

Provide basic husbandry, handling, restraint and health surveillance of laboratory animals in compliance with federal and local regulatory requirements; Maintain inventory of animal supplies; Provide basic technical assistance (i.e., restraint, injections, blood collections) in support of research studies; 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; Provide basic technical services (restraint, dose administration, blood collection) to research investigators; Work with all species housed at the site

Requirements

High school degree or GED with 2 to 3 years of experience; 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; Weekend and holiday work are required; Required to work with all species housed at the site; May be required to work under 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; Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer

Nice to have

AALAS Certification preferred; Experience working with laboratory animals

Benefits

Eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company's policies; 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions; Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution; Paid vacation, holiday and personal days; Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave; Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage; Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility