In Vivo Technician

About the role

Join our innovative team as an In Vivo Technician, where you'll handle a variety of animals including pigs, sheep, goats, rabbits, mice, and rats. This role involves performing injections, weight checks, observations, and other essential tasks to support laboratory testing in compliance with established protocols.

Responsibilities

• Prepare test articles, materials, and animals in accordance with protocols and procedures.
• Review documentation and associated data for completeness and accuracy.
• Perform routine testing activities and conduct appropriate data analysis.
• Communicate testing schedules and updates to management as necessary.
• Prepare, label, and maintain reagents, extracts, and test articles required for laboratory testing.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, including logbooks, worksheets, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor and replenish laboratory supplies and ensure testing equipment is properly maintained.
• Perform routine calculations, interpret test results, and escalate findings to management.
• Conduct and document daily animal health assessments.
• Administer test articles or extracts according to established protocols and study requirements.
• Perform necropsies when required.
• Ensure proper animal care and welfare in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Conduct routine inspections and operational checks of laboratory equipment.
• Support laboratory inventory management, including ordering supplies when needed.
• Interface with clients and regulatory auditors during audits and inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, animal science, or environmental science.
• Open to new graduates.
• Willingness to work in a facility with live animal testing.
• Ability to handle exposure to sharps, human and animal blood, and hazardous chemicals.

Required Skills

• Animal handling expertise.
• Proficiency in lab report writing and in vivo assays.
• Knowledge of chemistry, biology, and laboratory techniques.
• Understanding of GMP and animal science.
• Experience in veterinary practices and anesthesia.
• Knowledge in animal research and clinical research.

Work Environment

The position operates within a lab and animal care unit, primarily on a 1st shift from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Flexibility to work weekends on a rotation basis is required. The role is physically demanding, requiring you to be on your feet and active throughout the day. This is an excellent opportunity for career growth in medical device research, offering the potential to advance into higher-level positions and different departments within a consistently growing organization.

Job Type & Location

Contract to Hire position based out of Northwood, OH.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $19.50/hr.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)