The Fountain Group is currently seeking an ­­­­­­­­Animal Lab Technician for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in ­­Ridgefield, CT. Details for the position are as follows:

Job Description:

• This position functions under general guidance/supervision of AR management or designee to perform functions in support of AR operations in accordance with federal, state and local regulations, guidelines and policies on the use of laboratory animals.
• This position may include rotational assignment to various animal and/or support areas.
• In addition, this position functions as a member of a work team, actively promotes a team-oriented work environment, and may be expected to assist in the training of others and quality review of records.
• Functions with primary responsibility for animal care and enrichment of routine and specialized animal colonies, and cleaning and maintenance of associated facilities and equipment including cage sanitization and preparation for use; includes animal handling, animal observations, reporting of abnormal findings, adherence to veterinary directives and monitoring of room conditions.
• Maintains functional knowledge and ability to operate and maintain animal facility equipment including but not limited to cage/rack washers, environmental monitoring equipment etc.
• May be assigned to specialized tasks or roles as a primary responsivity under the direction of a more senior technician or AR management.
• Ensures timely and accurate documentation of task completion; may assist in quality review of records.
• May assist in training of team members in AR operations and procedures
• May identify and assist in the evaluation of new technologies, equipment and methodologies aimed at animal program improvement or advancement.
• Functions as a team member; displays the behaviors and attributes required to complete inter-dependent and cross-functional tasks within a highly dynamic work environment where success depends on effective communication, coordination, cooperation and personal accountability.
• Verification of training proficiency in general husbandry, facility maintenance and use of associated equipment; increasing the extent of skills training increases the utility and value of the technician to the team
• Documentation, timely and accurate, of task completion related to animal husbandry, facility maintenance equipment use and maintenance according to SOP’s and as directed by AR Management
• Findings of quality deficiencies during visual inspections of the animals and the animal facility including safety standards
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and positively in a team environment
• Maintenance of current LOS training records and AALAS registry standing
• Identification and evaluation of Client approaches aimed at program improvement.
• Complies with applicable company policies and guidance’s, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Federal, State and local regulations (e.g., USDA, FDA GLPs) and performs work in a safe manner.

Qualifications:

• HSD/GED (with 2+ years vet/animal research experience) -OR- AS/BS in animal science or related field (with recent animal-related research experience)
• Animal Handling / Animal Husbandry Skills
• Experience Using PPE (goggles, gloves, masks, etc.)
• Microsoft Office Skills (word, excel, outlook)
• AALAS Certification – highly preferred!

Compensation: $20-29 per hour depending on experience