Associate - Research Operations B7 I - USA

Location:

Cambridge, MA (Onsite)

Salary Range:

Not specified

Introduction

This position is an experienced animal care and vivarium operations role responsible for supporting research by providing high quality and consistent animal care/husbandry, vivarium operational service support, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards within a multi-building, multi-discipline research program.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• GED or High School degree required; 2-year degree in Veterinary Technology, 4-year Science degree, or a combination of experience with higher education preferred
• ALAT Certification desirable or pursued after start
• Working knowledge of federal, state, local (Animal Welfare) laws and departmental SOPs
• Strong experience (2 – 4 years) working with animals or performing animal husbandry in a research setting
• Prior work experience at client or in client's Industry
• Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Thorough understanding and comprehension of operational standards, processes, equipment as they relate to operational responsibilities
• Recognition of typical/atypical animal health and behaviors
• Proficiency in Client Office, Outlook required, database use desirable

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Principally responsible for daily husbandry to animals, clinical observations, maintenance of the animal facilities, receipt of incoming animals & supplies, fulfilling research requests, animal transfers, and relocations
• Ensure compliance with all institutional and regulatory protocols, policies, and guidelines
• Provide consistent and high-quality on-site animal care and vivarium maintenance
• Identify and resolve on-site vivarium operational issues/challenges

Company Benefits & Culture

• Team-oriented and interactive, fostering peer/team development and performance
• Strong commitment to professional development and continuous learning
• Supportive of transitional operations and schedule changes

For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.