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Animal Research Technologist

Twist Bioscience
Quincy, MA
Full-time

This full-time position requires one weekend day per week plus four weekdays. Schedule options are Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday;

hours fall between 5 : 30am and 5 : 30pm per the facility light schedule. Holidays are staffed on a rotating schedule.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Perform specialized duties Sample collection for genotyping, pathogen testing, titer bleedsPerform tissue harvests using aseptic techniqueAdminister immunizations via SQ, IP, ID, IM, IVInduction / monitoring of animals under general anesthesiaReview project documents and coordinate activities with Project ManagementAssist in daily mouse husbandry, including cage changes, adding enrichment, and replacing food and water
  • Perform daily health and welfare observations, report findings, and perform treatments under the direction of the Veterinary Nurse
  • Maintain accurate, detailed daily records, which may include project documents
  • Perform euthanasia techniques per AVMA guidelines (primary method : CO2)
  • Assist in disinfection / sanitation of equipment and facility
  • Assist in receipt of animals from outside vendors
  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace
  • Function within a high performing team with a strong focus on collaboration and communication
  • Participate in departmental and company meetings and presentations
  • Interface with laboratory, operations, and management staff
  • Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures and help improve current processes
  • Follow Institutional, local, state, and federal regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure proper animal care, health, and welfare
  • Other duties as assigned, which may include cross-training to support other roles

QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Proficiency in verbal and written English required
  • 5+ years of lab animal or veterinary experience preferred, level dependent on experience
  • Experience in an AAALAC accredited facility preferred
  • AALAS certification at the Laboratory Animal Technician level (LAT) preferred; must sit for exam within 12 months of employment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

  • Lift 40lbs
  • Walk and stand for several hours per day
  • Perform repetitive motions (bend, squat, kneel, twist, reach above shoulder height, bottle capping, push / pull)
  • Perform quick, simple grasping motion with both hands for several hours per day
  • Wear full Personal Protective Equipment for several hours per day (mask, coveralls, gloves, shoe covers, hairnet)
  • Ability to work around and with inhaled anesthetic gasses
  • 30+ days ago
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