At the Vitrolife Group, we work every day to unlock the full potential of science and technology to reduce the barriers towards building a family. Together we help our customers and their patients to fulfill the dream of having a baby.
Location: Englewood, CO (fully on-site)
Salary Range: $22 - $24 / hr
Position Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Animal Technician / Lab Technician to support laboratory animal care and mouse embryo assay (MEA) operations. This role is responsible for maintaining animal welfare standards, supporting laboratory activities, ensuring accurate recordkeeping, and assisting with laboratory testing and reporting processes. The ideal candidate is passionate about animal care, comfortable working in a regulated laboratory environment, and committed to quality and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Perform daily husbandry, care, and handling of laboratory animals.
Support maintenance of the vivarium and animal housing facilities.
Coordinate with laboratory staff and management regarding animal inventory, health monitoring, and quality system compliance.
Maintain accurate animal and laboratory records.
Perform general laboratory support activities.
Assist with troubleshooting and maintenance of culture systems.
Support routine mouse embryo assay (MEA) activities, including:
Laboratory solution preparation
Culture dish preparation
Sample processing
Data collection and analysis
Results reporting
Adhere to GLP, SOPs, internal quality systems, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
Required:
Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a laboratory environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Zoology, Animal Science, or a related field.
Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements.
Work Environment
Benefits
Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays
401(k) with Employer Match
Medical, Dental, Vision
IVF Coverage to support family building needs
GAP Insurance
Basic Life and AD&D Coverage
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Optional AFLAC Supplemental Policies
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
An offer of employment is contingent on the successful passing of a background check. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Vitrolife Group is a global provider of medical devices and genetic services. Based on science and advanced research capabilities, we develop services and products for personalized genetic information and medical device products. We support our customers by improving their clinical practice for the patient's outcome of fertility treatment.
We are currently approximately 1 100 colleagues worldwide, with headquarters in Gothenburg, Sweden. Vitrolife Group's products and services are available in more than 110 countries through our own presence in 30 countries and a network of distributors. Vitrolife Group is a sustainable market leader and aims to be the preferred partner for IVF-clinics by providing superior products and services with the vision of fulfilling the dream of having a baby. The Vitrolife share is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.