Technical Specialist

About the role

This position is a critical role in day-to-day animal facility operations and portfolio execution, providing care for companion animals in a research environment at the Kalamazoo, MI site. Primary species of responsibility are cats, dogs, and rodents, but may also include cross-support with other species. Weekend and holiday work is expected and performed on rotation.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily animal husbandry for cats, dogs, and rodents.
• Sample collection, sample processing, executing technical aspects of study protocols, and data collection.
• Utilize knowledge of functional areas to maintain rooms related to studies, clean and disinfect animal areas, and ensure facilities are inspection-ready.
• Provide training on animal activities.
• Maintain laboratory and instruments in accordance with Animal Welfare, GXP, and policies.
• Conduct all responsibilities in accordance with protocols and applicable SOPs.
• Comprehend and follow research protocols.
• Communicate with and assist lead technicians, managers, and researchers.
• Assist and support clinical veterinarians with all aspects of veterinary care.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and share knowledge with the work group.

Requirements

• High school diploma + 3 years of related experience or education combined and/or valid veterinary technician license/certification.
• Experience working with animals, preferably cats and dogs, in a commercial or veterinary research setting.
• Proven ability to work well in a team setting.
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, and adaptability within the work environment.
• History of successfully working in a fast-paced setting involving multiple projects and tasks.
• Demonstrated math and reading comprehension.

Desirable attributes

• Associate degree in a related field.
• AALAS Certification.
• Previous experience in an in vivo research setting.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Role requires the usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and a very high level of personal hygiene.

About Zoetis

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture, and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics, and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. Our award-winning culture focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection, and support, offering competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with programs to support employee well-being.