Animal Research Technician

• Job Title:Toxicology Associate (Veterinary Technician)
• Job Location: Newark, DE 19711
• Job Type: More than 2 years Contract
• Max Pay: $28/hr on W2 without benefits
• Shift: 1st Shift (7:00am - 3:30pm)
• Hours: 40hrs/week

Job Responsibilities:

• Humane care to laboratory rodents; careful handling/restraint of animals
• Evaluation of developmental/reproductive toxicity endpoints across multiple generations.
• Test substance administration by dietary administration or oral gavage
• Data collection manually and electronically (experience with Provantis Integrated Preclinical Software a plus)
• Making cage cards and all necessary study labels using Microsoft Word and Excel
• Blood collection (via tail vein)
• Collecting, recording, documenting and reporting results with a high degree of accuracy and precision in a timely manner

Requirements

• B.S. degree in animal science, biology or related science field with 2 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and ability to learn other software/validated systems
• Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, an attention to detail, and commitment to quality
• Ability to work safely under specific time constraints, prioritize workload, use time productively, and work well independently or in a team setting

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience administer test substances to rats & mice & collect weight and blood samples? Explain

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 2 years (Required)
• Rodent toxicology: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person