What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Technician position at Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI )?
Job Title: Animal Care Research Assistant
Location: Wilmington, MA
Duration: 8 Months (Temp to hire)
**We are looking to hire people who are interested in going from temp to perm for this role**
**ENTRY LEVEL JOB OPENING**
FULL- TRAINING OF ANIMAL CARE WILL BE PROVIDED.
Schedule: Monday - Friday - 1st shift, no weekends required.
NOTE:
- This is an entry-level position that will allow you to gain experience and begin your career in life sciences.
- The training and development offered to our entry level Animal Care Associate’s is best-in-class and designed to help you succeed.
Job Details:
- As an Animal Care Associate for our GEMS Breed Group in Wilmington, MA, you will be responsible for the well-being of our research animals.
- Your contribution will ensure the health of our animals, as well as impact the lives of patients across the world.
- Maintaining the quality and health of our animals, including providing their food and water and ensuring their environment is clean.
- Receiving, inspecting, and putting away incoming animals.
- Performing health observations, administering medications, taking blood samples, and giving injections while respecting protocols.
- Other responsibilities, including the restocking of supplies, may be required.
Job Qualifications:
If you possess the following qualities, we will train you in the rest:
Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Strong attention to detail.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Enjoys being part of a team.
NO High School Diploma or GED required.
Local to the area, as this role is onsite.
