Laboratory Assistant - Comparative Medicine

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Job Description

OBJECTIVE:

• Provide quality husbandry and animal care including feeding, watering, cage changes, performing daily health observations of animals in rooms as assigned and administering treatments under the direction of the Veterinarian or designee.
• Oversee general laboratory upkeep including operation of cage washers and autoclaves, stocking of supplies, routine sanitization, and maintaining a clean, organized environment.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Feeding, watering and daily health observations of animals in rooms as assigned.
• General facility upkeep, routine sanitization and stocking of supplies.
• Operate cage washers and autoclaves.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work completed and animal related observations.
• Administer prescribed medications under direction of the Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
• Transport of supplies and equipment between facilities.
• Weekend Saturday and Sunday work is required.  Schedule can be Sat-Wed or  Wed-Sun. Manage own work, ensuring quality and meeting deadlines.  Some holiday work required. 
• Assess problems or issues that should be brought to the attention of the manager.
• Provide technical support to investigators and their staff (e.g. injections, collection of biological samples, compound dosing, micro chipping etc.) as needed.
• Coach and train peers.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• A.S./B.S. or equivalent in a scientific field (preferred) or animal experience in a veterinary clinic, zoo etc.  or
• HS diploma plus one or more years experience working with laboratory animals.
• AALAS certification at ALAT level preferred.
• Ability to lift 30lbs repeatedly and 50lbs short distances. Ability to push pull large equipment short distances. Ability to work on their feet for long periods of time

This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply

WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU:

• 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
• Tuition reimbursement Company match of charitable contributions
• Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings
• Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days

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Locations

San Diego, CA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time