Animal Technician

Animal Technician

Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.

Job Description

Title: Animal Technician

Location: Cambridge, MA

Duration: 6 Months+

Responsibilities:

• Understand and execute breeding schemes to support study cohort generation or maintenance breeding
• Receive mice and arrange for housing
• Set up mating pairs, record births and weans
• Perform timed mating and plug checks
• Took biopsy samples for genotype purpose
• Record colony management information timely and accurately into internal databases
• Perform general housekeeping and adhere to safety procedures

Qualifications:

• Minimally one year of colony management
• Basic understanding of genetics and genetic engineering
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Reliable, independent, and able to work in a team environment
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to regularly lift/push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• Regular work schedule is 40 hours per week in addition to weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
• This position is a contract position and over time is eligible.

Qualifications

Education: Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent, Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.