Animal Care Technician I

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This Client's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that address complex health issues and enhance people's lives.

Position: Animal Care Technician I

Location: North Chicago, IL, 60064

Duration: 6 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Job Description:

• Maintains the vivarium and support areas through proper execution of assigned tasks.
• Directly performs the daily activities involved with cleaning and spraying cages, disinfecting and sanitizing equipment, and stocking supplies.
• Follows department procedures, to include but not be limited to: cage cleaning, room sanitation, equipment preparation and moving, and cage changes.
• Maintains daily husbandry tasks through proper execution of training materials and assigned tasks.
• Directly performs animal handling, carrying and holding animal cages and animals, using and moving carts, hoses or any other lab equipment and supplies.
• Follows department procedures to provide comprehensive observation and handling of various research animals.
• Assists with the receiving and housing of research animals; including preparing for the housing activity.
• Documents tasks in both written and electronic platforms in accordance with regulatory expectations.
• Documentation style must be neat, organized, and consistent with departmental standards.
• Maintains area of responsibility by practicing good observation skills and attention to detail.
• Physical dexterity, visual and auditory acuity, and sensitivity to changes in environmental conditions are utilized in daily task performance.
• Uses experience and training to make minor decisions to execute daily responsibilities to support animal care operations.
• Applies basic computer skills to maintain regulatory compliance and training to include but not limited to, email, calendar, and computer based training modules.
• Assures duties are completed accurately and in a timely manner not to impact pipeline activities and/or integrity of regulatory expectations.

REQUIREMENTS/COMPETENCIES:

• High School Diploma Required
• Problem-solving ability consisting of taking initiative to handle basic issues autonomously and working with team members for more complex issues to support animal care operations.
• Ability to consistently perform functions consistent with company leadership behaviors and attributes.
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds, consistently stand and walk for extended periods of time, to include walking and adhering to safety rules and expectations including but not limited to: grasping, squeezing, pushing, pulling, squatting, stooping, and bending.
• Willing and able to work a rotating schedule which includes some level of mandatory weekend coverage and holiday coverage.
• Ability to work in compliance with all local, federal, and USDA regulations.
• Good communication skills and the ability to maintain efficiency in the workplace and effective in a team environment.
• Attention to detail to provide good animal welfare.
• 2 years experience
• Certification through AALAS is preferred
• Previous animal care experience preferred

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.