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At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them.  No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team! Whether you’re a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it’s time to discover your future at Altasciences.
We are better together and together We Are Altasciences.
About the Role Provides basic husbandry services or perform tasks involved in the care, maintenance, and welfare of animals (e.g. mice, rats, rabbits, dogs, non-human primates). What You’ll Do Here • Comply with the appropriate safety and study requirements as described in the standard operating procedures (SOPs), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and governmental regulations • Comply with appropriate safety and health practices including personal protective equipment and barrier requirements, as applicable • Perform animal identification tasks (tattoo, sex, ear tag, etc.) • Recognize animal behavior, health status and report to appropriate channels • Perform animal husbandry (clean, feed, sanitation, enrichment, etc.) on a regular basis • Operate, maintain, and perform equipment tasks (e.g. cage washers, autoclave, cage movement) on a regular basis • Observe and report any aberrations in animal room environments (room temperature, humidity, lighting, ventilation, vermin, etc.) • Perform general facility cleaning, stocking, and inventory • Prepare rooms, sanitize, and repair as needed • Receive, and distribute animals for isolation, study assignment or consolidation • Attend training programs to become more knowledgeable of and develop expertise in laboratory animal science What You’ll Need to Succeed • High School Diploma or GED equivalent • Any previous animal experience would be beneficial • AALAS certification preferred • Basic computer Skills • Basic maths skills • Able to work with a diverse group of people in a fast-paced environment • Positive attitude toward work and co-workers
MOVING IN UNISON TO DELIVER A BIG IMPACT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH
Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!
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