A Laboratory Technician performs routine tests on samples of body fluids, tissues, and other substances for diagnostic and research purposes. Works under the supervision of a medical laboratory technologist in a laboratory or healthcare facility.
Join a company that is in the forefront of the global Custom Antibody industry. Led by innovative minds in immunology and antibody development field, the company has implemented a cutting-edge technique in antigen design, antibody development, production, and other analyses, but is also constantly working on ways to improve and advance technology to match the ever-changing world of science. The Laboratory Technician provides care and feeding to laboratory animals, cleaning and changing cages, in a safe, sanitary and humane manner. This position requires excellent time management and organizational skills. Must be comfortable working with animals. This is a great opportunity for a high school or college student. Part-time job, 2-3 hours/day.
Job Duties:
Perform daily, weekly and monthly animal husbandry tasks, including but not limited to: Daily check of adequate feed and water levels in all cages. Daily check for sick, injured or animal(s) and mark the cage & notify the PI. Daily check for wet bedding and leaking water bottle. Bi-weekly change of cages. Clean and sweep animal room floors, walls, air vents, and cage racks. Record keeping (daily and monthly census). Maintain inventory for animal related supplies (Feed, Bedding, Wood blocks, Coiled paper, Cage card and other supplies), sentinel test. Clean and wash cages bi-weekly. Set and check (daily) vermin traps. Keep animal facilities clean & organized. File monthly and annual census report Assist with completing the OLAW and AAALAC annual report filing. Prepare sterile mouse cages with feed and sterile water bottles for the immunocompromised mouse strains. Certification of vaporizer and isoflurane inventory. Maintain regular communication (monthly) with the attending veterinarian and when needed. General Lab support Daily check liquid nitrogen levels of Labs 40. Weekly check and filling of liquid nitrogen Dewars. Check CO2 tank levels weekly. Help maintain and clean the lab as needed. Stock and maintain inventory Fill and Sterilize pipet boxes (200 ml tips and 1000 mltips). Prepare and Autoclave glass bottles Fill and bake Pasteur pipettes PBS and PBST preparations. Water line filter changes. Eye wash station daily check • Other duties as assigned by the manager.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Working knowledge of husbandry practices as routinely required in a laboratory animal environment is a plus. Ability to operate standard lab animal equipment including scales, autoclaves, cage changing hoods, cage washers. Ability to lift bag feed, cages, animal bedding and other items in the lab. Ability to work in personal protection equipment. Solid written and oral communication skills. Ability to take initiative to complete work tasks and provide updates to the manager. Take relevant CITI class certifications.
Experience & Education:
High school diploma is a plus. Experience working in an animal laboratory is preferred, but not required. This is a great opportunity to high school students or college students. A&G Pharmaceutical is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
